Could Geno Smith help the Jets break decade-long trend to go 2-0? A human skeleton could help explain the turnaround
Quarterback Geno Smith made his return debut with the New York Jets in Week 1 of the 2026 season, guiding the squad to an opening victory against the Tennessee Titans under head coach Aaron Glenn. The offense leaned heavily on time of possession, stringing together a 19-play drive and totaling 39 rushing attempts to keep Tennessee's pass rush at bay.
Following the defeat, Titans center Austin Schlottmann expressed confidence that his group could rebound as they prepare to host the Philadelphia Eagles, while the New York Giants also secured an opening-week win alongside their cross-town counterparts.
Despite starting 1-0, the Jets sat at number 24 in the subsequent NFL power rankings. New York now looks to reverse a decade-long drought and begin the season 2-0 as they prepare to host the Green Bay Packers for a Week 2 matchup.
