The Jets’ preseason stumble against the Giants spotlight fantasy angles to monitor. Justin Fields showed rust in a noisy second week, while the Jets leaned into a heavy rushing plan—Breece Hall grinding for 26 yards on seven carries and Braelon Allen chipping in respectably as a split backfield threat. Arian Smith, a fourth‑round rookie, wasn’t dominant but flashed flashes on six targets for 39 yards, suggesting a potential complementary role down the line. Without Sauce Gardner, the Jets’ secondary faced a rough day, and Aaron Glenn’s halftime “sloppy” critique underscored a need for more discipline. Russell Wilson and the Giants exploited the Jets near the goal line, amplifying concerns about situational defense but also highlighting opportunities for opportunistic fantasy add‑ins as the preseason unfolds.

From a fantasy lens, the Jets’ emphasis on the ground game matters. Hall and Allen’s efficiency bodes well for a committee approach that could keep Hall’s ceiling intact even if Fields hits a rough patch in the early going. Smith’s night adds a dart‑throw dynamic to watch if he lands a meaningful role, while the absence of Gardner makes the secondary more vulnerable in August but also paints a clearer target for waiver ads if Gardner returns soon. The Giants’ quarterback shuffle and Wilson’s late drive offer a cautionary reminder: evaluate weekly game scripts and opponent matchups as the Jets’ offensive identity continues to evolve through the preseason.