Jets Drop 24-16 Preseason Opener as Garrett Wilson Returns, Isaiah Williams Climbs Depth Chart
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Updated · New York Post · Aug 14
Jets Drop 24-16 Preseason Opener as Garrett Wilson Returns, Isaiah Williams Climbs Depth Chart
3 articles · Updated · New York Post · Aug 14
Summary
24-16 was the final as the Jets opened preseason with a loss to Tampa Bay at MetLife, but Garrett Wilson’s return stood out after he missed the final 10 games of 2025 with a knee injury.
Wilson caught 2 passes for 32 yards, including a leaping grab, and both receptions moved the chains on third down—an early sign he is back at full speed.
Isaiah Williams also strengthened his case for a regular role, opening with the starters alongside Wilson and Adonai Mitchell while rookie Omar Cooper worked behind him despite 2 catches, including a 26-yarder.
At safety, Andre Cisco got the start opposite Minkah Fitzpatrick, but his extended run with the second unit alongside Dane Belton suggested that competition remains unsettled.