The New York Jets have taken the field for the start of their 2026 NFL minicamp schedule this week.
The Jets kept rolling on with Day 2 of the three-day event.
It’s one of the first chances for the new defensive scheme Glenn wants to run during the 2026 NFL season to get on the same page. The same can be said for the new-look offense with quarterback Geno Smith under center.
With the dust settling on the first day of workouts, here are Jets Wire’s three quick observations from Day 1 of 2026 minicamp:
Mason doesn’t step up
While the Jets will likely deploy tight end sets with both Mason Taylor and rookie first-round pick Kenyon Sadiq next season, someone will be the No. 1.
Sadiq sat out minicamp with an injury this week. That left Taylor alone… however, he did not step up. His poor play included a reported drop in the end zone:
Ponds pounces
Ponds was selected by the Jets at the No. 50 overall selection at the 2026 draft. The comparisons between his play style and the one head coach Aaron Glenn previously had has drawn a lot of connections.
Ponds popped up with some of that during team drills on Day 2. This interception was a strong play:
Showing some trust
In a sign of trust and appreciation for his players, Glenn sent the Jets home early. The team opted not to have a third day of training camp on Thursday. The coach canceled it:
The players will appreciate that.
This article originally appeared on Jets Wire: 3 quick observations from Day 2 of Jets 2026 NFL minicamp
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