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Jets rookie Omar Cooper Jr. sidelined with ankle sprain

  • Authored By: Sports Now
  • Updated Sep 15, 2026, 20:38 IST

New York Jets wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. is listed as week-to-week following an ankle injury sustained during the team's season-opening victory against the Tennessee Titans.

Jets rookie Omar Cooper Jr. sidelined with ankle sprain

New York Jets rookie wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. is facing a period on the sidelines after suffering an ankle sprain during the team's 23-10 victory over the Tennessee Titans in Week 1. The injury occurred early in the contest, forcing the first-round draft pick to exit the game during the first quarter.

According to reports from NFL Network, an MRI scan on the ankle provided some positive news regarding the severity of the injury. While the team has officially designated the receiver as week-to-week, there is optimism within the organization that he could return to action within the next four weeks.

Impact on the Jets roster and upcoming schedule

Before his departure, Cooper made a significant impact on the game. His final contribution was a 30-yard catch-and-run that set up the Jets' opening touchdown. That score, punched in by fellow 2026 first-round selection Kenyon Sadiq, marked a positive start for the offense, which struggled to find the end zone on opening possessions throughout the previous season.

The injury creates a challenging situation for the Jets' receiving corps, which is already dealing with limited depth. Veteran wide receiver Tim Patrick is currently sidelined on injured reserve, further thinning the options available to the coaching staff in the immediate future.

The injury concerns extended beyond the offense during Sunday's win, as starting safety Minkah Fitzpatrick also left the field with a groin injury. During his media availability on Monday, head coach Aaron Glenn did not provide a definitive update on the status of either Cooper or Fitzpatrick, leaving their availability for upcoming fixtures uncertain as the team assesses their recovery timelines.

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