# Jets finalize roster and prepare for regular season > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/new-york-jets-training-camp-developments > Updated: 2026-09-09T00:35:44.000Z. Sources: 33. Developments: 9. The New York Jets’ preseason concluded with a 23-6 loss to the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. Following earlier decisions to rest starter Geno Smith, the game served as a platform for backup quarterbacks, though rookie Cade Klubnik struggled, completing 6 of 13 passes for 59 yards and an interception. The matchup was overshadowed by a significant injury to Jets rookie running back Chip Trayanum. After scoring the team’s only touchdown of the half on a 1-yard run, Trayanum was tackled by Trace Ford on the final play of the first half and subsequently taken to a hospital with a neck injury. The Jets later reported that Trayanum was “awake, alert, and able to move all extremities.” Following the preseason, the Jets named Klubnik as the backup to Geno Smith for the upcoming season. Head coach Aaron Glenn praised the rookie’s intelligence and improvement, noting that Klubnik finished the preseason with 134 passing yards and 22 rushing yards. To finalize the roster, the team released Bailey Zappe and waived Brady Cook. In additional injury news, edge rusher Joseph Ossai is expected to be sidelined for several weeks after suffering a ruptured plantar fascia in his foot. Ossai is currently considered week-to-week. As the regular season approaches, Geno Smith is set to start at quarterback this Sunday against the Tennessee Titans, marking his first regular-season start for the franchise since October 2016. Smith has also been voted by his teammates as one of the team's six captains. Additionally, running back Breece Hall is progressing from a right groin strain and may be available to play this Sunday. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-09: Geno Smith returns as New York Jets starting quarterback Geno Smith returns as the New York Jets' starting quarterback against the Tennessee Titans, having also been voted as one of the team's six captains. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/geno-smith-returns-as-new-york-jets-starting-quarterback ### 2026-08-31: Cade Klubnik named New York Jets backup quarterback Cade Klubnik has been named the New York Jets' backup quarterback behind Geno Smith. Meanwhile, edge rusher Joseph Ossai is sidelined week-to-week with a foot injury. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cade-klubnik-named-new-york-jets-backup-quarterback ### 2026-08-28: New York Jets rookie Chip Trayanum hospitalized after preseason loss to Giants The New York Giants beat the New York Jets 23-6 in their preseason finale, a game highlighted by a neck injury to Jets rookie running back Chip Trayanum. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-york-jets-defeat-pittsburgh-steelers-in-preseason-matchup ### 2026-08-26: New York Giants and Jets face off in preseason finale The New York Giants and New York Jets face off in their NFL preseason finale at MetLife Stadium as both teams finalize rosters following intensive training camps. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-york-jets-to-host-giants-in-preseason-finale ### 2026-08-22: New York Jets defeat Pittsburgh Steelers 17-0 in preseason The New York Jets shut out the Pittsburgh Steelers 17-0 in a preseason matchup, highlighted by a perfect drive from Geno Smith and a sack by rookie pass rusher David Bailey. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-york-jets-secure-preseason-win-amid-defensive-roster-shifts ### 2026-08-19: New York Jets manage QB depth amid Geno Smith injury concerns The New York Jets are managing Geno Smith's ankle soreness ahead of their second preseason game, while rookie Cade Klubnik continues to develop as the primary backup under Smith's mentorship. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/geno-smiths-status-uncertain-for-jets-preseason-game ### 2026-08-14: Cade Klubnik shines in Jets preseason debut after Geno Smith injury Rookie QB Cade Klubnik led two scoring drives in his NFL debut for the New York Jets after Geno Smith was sidelined with an injury, despite a 24-16 preseason loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/geno-smith-to-miss-jets-preseason-opener-against-buccaneers ### 2026-08-10: New York Jets face preseason challenges with Geno Smith and Mazi Smith The New York Jets face preseason hurdles as quarterback Geno Smith struggles in joint practices and calls grow to trade defensive tackle Mazi Smith. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-york-jets-face-preseason-challenges-with-geno-smith-and-mazi-smith ### 2026-08-02: New York Jets offense shines in camp, Geno Smith goes perfect Geno Smith went 11‑for‑11 with four TDs in Jets camp, while Garrett Wilson caught five passes and a TD, signaling a potent offense for the upcoming season. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-york-jets-offense-shines-in-camp-geno-smith-goes-perfect --- Cite as: Jets finalize roster and prepare for regular season. 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