Jets' Geno Smith Practices Amid Ankle Soreness

Geno Smith returned to the New York Jets' practice ground Monday with a sleeve on his left ankle after being held out of the preseason opener due to soreness, though he showed up as a full participant in practice at times. Coaches described the sit-out as precautionary and said he would be day to day, keeping his status for the upcoming Friday matchup against the Steelers in doubt. Reports note that rookie Cade Klubnik started the opener in Smith’s absence, with Bailey Zappe and Brady Cook also in the mix, fueling discussions about whether the Jets should pursue a veteran quarterback to add depth. Despite the Monday return, it remains unclear how much Smith will participate in future practices or Friday’s game. The Jets are balancing recovery timelines with the need for stability at quarterback as they plan for their next preseason test. Overall, the situation centers on Smith’s ankle, his practice readiness, and the broader QB depth questions facing the team.