Projected to make the Jets' 53-man roster at tight end.
Kenyon Sadiq
Tight end for the New York Jets
Last updated
2026 season
Season projection
NYJ · TE · TE2
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These are full-season estimates, last updated August 30, 2026. For this week’s matchups and injury status, see Week 2 projections.
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Latest news · 14 reports
Viewed as the Jets' tight end group's X-factor and a potentially unique weapon if they can get him going.
Will have his role scaled back and be eased in slowly after missing significant time.
Went to the side field with the injured players again after stretch.
Ran routes on a side field with trainers throwing to him and appeared to move well.
Moved to the rehab area with other injured players.
Appears set to practice after joining the offense with his helmet on.
Limited to the stationary bike at the start of practice.
Catching passes from staff with limited movement, most activity since injury.
Injured, unavailable for preseason game.
Working on a side field during practice.
Not practicing but able to jog and run while observing drills.
Listed second team on initial depth chart, but expected to have a prominent role.
Out a couple weeks with injury described as good news; expected back before the season.