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Insider Has 3 Words for Jets' David Bailey Before Giants Finale
Both teams are expected to play starters as roster battles continue before the NFL cutdown to 53 players on Sunday, Aug. 30, officials said.
On Friday, August 28, 2026, the New York Jets and New York Giants squared off in their preseason finale at MetLife Stadium, marking the final tune-up for both teams before the regular season.
With all 32 NFL teams required to trim rosters to 53 players by Sunday, August 30, this game offered final opportunities for roster bubble players to prove their worth before cuts.
Giants quarterback Jameis Winston started after Dart was held out, while Jets QB Cade Klubnik struggled in the first half, throwing an interception on one of four drives.
Wide receiver Odell Beckham recorded three receptions for 53 yards for the Giants, while Jets pass rusher David Bailey, the second overall draft pick, did not play.
Several starters, including Burns, Holland, Thomas, Edmunds, Reader, and Harris, sat out all preseason games and will make their first appearance in the regular season opener on September 13 against the Dallas Cowboys.