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tRY IT NOWHere’s what to look for in the Jets’ third preseason game against the Eagles on Friday at MetLife Stadium:
Backup plan
Tyrod Taylor is still recovering from knee surgery.
The Jets expect him back for Week 1 but they may need insurance.
Can Adrian Martinez or Brady Cook be that guy?
Both have had moments in training but neither has really grabbed the third quarterback spot.
They should get plenty of playing time in this one.
Adrian Martinez looks to pass during the Jets-Giants preseason game on Aug. 16, 2025. Getty ImagesWide-open competition
The most interesting position heading into cutdown day Tuesday is wide receiver.
Jamaal Pritchett, Brandon Smith and Quentin Skinner have all made a case for a roster spot.
Xavier Gipson runs with the ball during Jets practice on July 28, 2025. Bill Kostroun/New York Post
Xavier Gipson has been on the team for the last two years but has missed time in camp with a shoulder injury.
They all could use a good showing against the Eagles.
Chance to tackle
The Jets made two trades for defensive tackles this week.
That ratchets up the pressure on the guys at the position trying to make the team.
Leonard Taylor, Derrick Nnadi and Payton Page are all fighting for roster spots.
