Jets Open as 5.5-Point Favorites Over Buccaneers With Cade Klubnik Set for First Start
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Updated · Covers · Aug 14
Jets Open as 5.5-Point Favorites Over Buccaneers With Cade Klubnik Set for First Start
3 articles · Updated · Covers · Aug 14
Summary
New York enters Friday’s preseason opener as a 5.5-point favorite at MetLife Stadium, with kickoff set for 7 p.m. ET on NFL Network.
Cade Klubnik is expected to make his first start after Geno Smith was scratched with foot soreness, while the Jets still plan to play many starters.
Tampa Bay is expected to sit Baker Mayfield, leaving Jake Browning and rookie Jalon Daniels to split quarterback reps; Browning’s status is uncertain after a back injury Tuesday.
The betting lean also points to the Under 35.5, reflecting limited first-team preseason snaps and doubts about Tampa Bay’s ability to sustain scoring drives.
Jelani Woods stands out as a Jets touchdown pick after extra camp work and recent red-zone flashes, while mild weather is not expected to affect the game.