Jets Rookie TE Kenyon Sadiq Suffers Setback in Hernia Recovery, Missing Practices

What happened

Jets head coach Aaron Glenn confirmed on August 4, 2026, that first-round tight end Kenyon Sadiq suffered “a little setback” in his recovery from offseason hernia surgery and will be out “a little bit.” Sadiq has missed consecutive practices and is currently on a maintenance program. Glenn expressed confidence Sadiq will be ready for Week 1, but the absence limits his early camp reps behind Mason Taylor.

Fantasy impact

Sadiq’s rookie ADP and upside take a hit with the missed practice time. Managers who drafted him as a potential TE2 or late-round flier should monitor his return closely. Increased early opportunities may open for Mason Taylor, Jeremy Ruckert, and other Jets pass-catchers. Sadiq remains a long-term prospect but carries elevated risk for 2026 redraft leagues until he is fully practicing.