Cooper Leads Jets Receivers in Loss
Omar Cooper Jr. caught 8 of 11 targets for 58 yards as the Jets fell to the Chiefs in Week 9 with Garrett Wilson sidelined by a concussion.
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November 8, 2026
Giants Lose McCarthy to Injury Against EaglesNew York's starting quarterback left Sunday's game in the third quarter after being hit by Philadelphia linebacker Zack Baun.
November 8, 2026
Jets Safety Surplus Could Lead to Trade Before DeadlineWith four safeties on the roster and a Tuesday trade deadline approaching, the New York Jets face decisions at the position.
November 8, 2026
Jets Rule Out Joseph Ossai AgainThe edge rusher will miss his fourth straight game with an ankle injury when the Jets face the Chiefs on Sunday.
November 6, 2026
Giants Work Out River CracraftThe New York Giants tried out former Dolphins receiver River Cracraft in a workout on Thursday.
November 5, 2026
Harbaugh Backs Zvada Despite Recent MissesGiants coach John Harbaugh says he remains confident in kicker Dominic Zvada, whom he hand-picked, despite shaky kicks before the bye week.
November 4, 2026
Jets Release Tre Brown From Injured ReserveThe New York Jets have released cornerback Tre Brown from injured reserve, ending his stint with the team that began in November 2025.
November 4, 2026
Myers, Briggs Back Jets Coach Aaron GlennTwo Jets players publicly backed head coach Aaron Glenn as the team sits at 2-6 amid hot-seat speculation.
November 3, 2026
Giants Extend Cornerback Greg Newsome Through 2029New York reaches a three-year, $46 million extension with the cornerback after a one-year deal earlier this year.
November 3, 2026
Jets Sign Blake Freeland, Place Max Mitchell on IRNew York adds a former Colts fourth-round pick from Cincinnati's practice squad while its depth at offensive tackle shifts.
November 1, 2026
Glenn Dap Attempt Draws NFL Fine HoldNew York Jets coach Aaron Glenn and two other head coaches face $250,000 fines, held in abeyance pending conduct toward officials.
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