New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn is talking tough, expressing confidence that rookie tight end Kenyon Sadiq will be good to go for the start of the 2026 NFL season. But let’s be real, the No. 16 overall pick in this year’s draft is already facing a significant hurdle, dealing with a hernia issue that just won’t quit.
A “Couple of Weeks” Is a Lifetime in Training Camp
Glenn told ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler that Sadiq is expected to miss “a couple of weeks” during training camp. Now, a “couple of weeks” might not sound like much, but for a rookie, especially one picked so high, that’s crucial time lost. This isn’t just about showing up; it’s about learning the playbook, building chemistry with the quarterback, and proving you belong in the mix. Missing out on those reps in August can set a player back big time, making it tough to hit the ground running when Week 1 finally arrives. Every single practice rep matters, and Sadiq is watching from the sidelines when he should be making an impact.
The Hernia Setback Nobody Wants to See
The real kicker here is this isn’t a new issue. Glenn’s “couple of weeks” comment comes just two days after he admitted Sadiq had a “little setback” related to a hernia surgery he underwent all the way back in May. Think about that: a May surgery, and now in August, during training camp, he’s still having setbacks? That’s not the kind of news you want to hear about your top draft pick. It immediately raises questions about the severity of the injury, the recovery process, and whether this “little setback” could turn into something much bigger down the line. You never want to rush a hernia injury, and this kind of recurrence makes you wonder what’s really going on.
This is a critical period for Sadiq. He needs to get healthy, and he needs to do it fast, or this “little setback” could cost him valuable playing time and development in his first pro year. Everyone’s watching to see if he can truly be ready when the season kicks off.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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