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Jets Re-sign Woods, Retain Key Defensive Players for 2026

3/6/2026

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The New York Jets re-signed tight end Jelani Woods ahead of the 2026 season after he joined in 2025 and missed the previous two seasons.
The Jets exercised exclusive rights tenders for defensive tackle Jowon Briggs and linebacker Marcelino McCrary-Ball, ensuring their 2026 returns.
Briggs posted four sacks last season and is expected to anchor the defensive line rotation while McCrary-Ball remains limited by injury but contributes on special teams.

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The New York Jets re-signed tight end Jelani Woods ahead of the 2026 season after he joined in 2025 and missed the previous two seasons.
The Jets exercised exclusive rights tenders for defensive tackle Jowon Briggs and linebacker Marcelino McCrary-Ball, ensuring their 2026 returns.
Briggs posted four sacks last season and is expected to anchor the defensive line rotation while McCrary-Ball remains limited by injury but contributes on special teams.