{"id":701461,"date":"2026-05-29T04:36:11","date_gmt":"2026-05-29T04:36:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/701461\/"},"modified":"2026-05-29T04:36:11","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T04:36:11","slug":"jets-geno-smith-reveals-bold-expectations-ahead-of-nfl-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/701461\/","title":{"rendered":"Jets\u2019 Geno Smith Reveals Bold Expectations Ahead of NFL Season"},"content":{"rendered":"

The New York Jets<\/a> made the big decision to bring back their former quarterback, Geno Smith<\/a>, for the 2026-27 NFL<\/a> season as they attempt to improve on a string of disappointing seasons.<\/p>\n

Smith is heading into his 13th season as a pro, having earned two Pro Bowls while playing for the Seattle Seahawks<\/a>. His return to the Jets comes after spending the first four seasons of his career there.<\/p>\n

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He joins a squad that went 3-14 last season, mostly with Justin Fields<\/a> as their starting QB. The expectation is that Smith will give them a much-improved offense and, therefore, a better record. Can they end a 16-year playoff drought?<\/p>\n

Smith seems to have a very strong belief in this Jets roster ahead of their attempt to regain some footing in the AFC East.<\/p>\n

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\"GenoGLENDALE, AZ \u2013 OCTOBER 17: Quarterback Geno Smith #7 of the New York Jets looks to throw the ball during a game against the Arizona Cardinals<\/a> at University of Phoenix Stadium on October 17, 2016, in Glendale, Arizona<\/a>. (Photo by Norm Hall\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

\u201cMe being in the league as long as I\u2019ve been, I understand that you can only focus on what\u2019s right in front of you, and that\u2019s being in the moment, staying in the moment,\u201d Smith told reporters<\/a>. \u201cWe want to be the best team in the world. You know, I don\u2019t feel shy about saying that.\u201d<\/p>\n

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That jaw-dropping statement arrives as the Jets have a wins total set at 5.5 for their upcoming season. The over carries stronger odds, suggesting they could win six or more games. Still, that\u2019s not necessarily the best team in the world.<\/p>\n

They\u2019re still playing in a division featuring two heavyweight contenders, the Buffalo Bills<\/a> and the New England Patriots<\/a>. The Jets\u2019 schedule also looks challenging. Among their early opponents are the NFC North\u2019s Green Bay Packers<\/a>, Detroit Lions<\/a>, and Chicago Bears<\/a>.<\/p>\n

They\u2019ll also face stiff competition that includes Patrick Mahomes<\/a> and the Kansas City Chiefs<\/a>, Justin Herbert<\/a> and the Los Angeles Chargers<\/a>, and Bo Nix<\/a> and the Denver Broncos<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Jets have some reasons for optimism, based on offseason moves. They included a trade with the Miami Dolphins<\/a> for safety Minkah Fitzpatrick<\/a> and a trade with the Tennessee Titans<\/a> for defensive tackle T\u2019Vondre Sweat.<\/p>\n

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Along with that, they held a high pick in the first round of the NFL Draft and added the best defensive player available at No. 2 with edge rusher David Bailey. He could make an immediate impact on defense.<\/p>\n

Smith comes in from one bad team to another, having spent last season with the Las Vegas Raiders<\/a>. He is likely doing his best to fire up his teammates as they prepare for the season ahead. He knows that if they can adopt a winning mindset early, it might translate into success in their games.<\/p>\n

He and the Jets realize that improving upon a three-win season isn\u2019t a tall task, so they might as well dream bigger when it comes to the overall expectations they have.<\/p>\n

More news: Vikings\u2019 Jauan Jennings Makes Surprising Kevin Durant Comparison Amid OTAs<\/a><\/p>\n

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