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Jets Place Star DE McDonald on Injured Reserve

12/27/2025

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New York Jets placed defensive end Will McDonald IV on injured reserve with a knee injury.
McDonald, a 2023 first-round pick, led the Jets in sacks last season and has eight sacks.
The Jets must decide by May whether to exercise his fifth-year option.
Head coach Aaron Glenn focuses on secondary, including rookies Jordan Clark, Dean Clark, Malachi Moore.
Second-year cornerback Qwan’tez Stiggers will receive increased playing time on defense.

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New York Jets placed defensive end Will McDonald IV on injured reserve with a knee injury.
McDonald, a 2023 first-round pick, led the Jets in sacks last season and has eight sacks.
The Jets must decide by May whether to exercise his fifth-year option.
Head coach Aaron Glenn focuses on secondary, including rookies Jordan Clark, Dean Clark, Malachi Moore.
Second-year cornerback Qwan’tez Stiggers will receive increased playing time on defense.