Omar Cooper makes much-needed highlight play in fight for Jets receiver spot

Observations from Monday’s Jets practice: Something good Omar Cooper Jr. threw the ball a mile into the air in celebration after catching an 18-yard touchdown pass to punctuate a practice-ending two-minute drill. Geno Smith, who was 5-of-5 on the drive, looked off the coverage and came to the rookie in perfect timing. A nice lift for Cooper as he battles Isaiah Williams to be WR3. Omar Cooper Jr. makes a catch during Jets practice at the team’s NFL football training camp Thursday, July 30, 2026, in Florham Park, N.J. AP Photo/Seth Wenig Something bad Cade York made 3-of-5 field goals and Jason Sanders made 2-of-5 from 33, 38, 43, 48 and 53 yards out. Both kickers missed from 38 and 43 – virtual gimmes in today’s NFL – as the competition seems to be losing steam from a fast start. Is the We