Jets Season Opener: Five Questions Before Week 1

The Jets season opener against the Tennessee Titans is getting closer. JetNation will be in Nashville for thFe game, if you are going let us know. The latest conversations in the JetNation forums highlight the biggest questions surrounding the team. From the backup quarterback and kicking situations to Breece Hall’s health, here are five topics Jets fans are discussing before Week 1.

Aaron Glenn has named rookie Cade Klubnik the backup behind Geno Smith. The fourth-round pick showed some encouraging traits during the preseason, but the Jets are still examining their options at quarterback. Former Titans starter Will Levis and UFL MVP Jack Plummer recently worked out for the team. Either player could provide additional depth without immediately changing Klubnik’s position as the No. 2 quarterback. Jets fans are debating the Jets quarterback workouts with Will Levis and Jack Plummer in the forums.

Blake Grupe is currently the favorite to handle the job, but the Jets have continued working out available kickers. That suggests the coaching staff is not completely comfortable with the position as Week 1 approaches. Grupe has made 81.9 percent of his NFL field-goal attempts. He could receive the first opportunity, but the Jets appear determined to keep their options open. Make your selection in the forum poll asking who will be the Jets opening day kicker.

Hall has been recovering from a groin injury, although Glenn has said he expects the Jets starting running back to be available against Tennessee. Being cleared to play does not necessarily mean Hall will receive his usual workload. Braelon Allen could see additional carries if the Jets decide to bring Hall along carefully during the opener.

Follow the latest Breece Hall injury update and fan reaction in the forums.

Frank Reich has several intriguing options at tight end. Mason Taylor is coming off a promising rookie season, while first-round pick Kenyon Sadiq brings speed and athleticism to the position. Jeremy Ruckert gives the Jets another option for multiple-tight-end formations. The talent is there. The question is how quickly Reich can turn that potential into consistent production.

Share your opinion in the forum discussion evaluating the Jets tight ends.

There are legitimate reasons for optimism. Geno Smith provides experience at quarterback, the offensive line appears improved and the defense added accomplished veterans such as Demario Davis and Minkah Fitzpatrick. Now the Jets must prove it on the field. Winning a road game against Tennessee would be an encouraging start to the second year of the Aaron Glenn era.

Join the Jets season opener against the Titans discussion as Week 1 approaches.