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4 winners (and 2 losers) from Jets’ bounce-back victory over the Browns

Here are four winners and two losers from the New York Jets' much-needed bounce-back 17-12 victory over the Cleveland Browns in Week 5.

By Charlie Baduini · The Jet Press

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 10:00 AM

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The Jet Press named four winners and two losers following the New York Jets' 17-12 victory over the Cleveland Browns.
The Jets snapped a three-game losing streak with head coach Aaron Glenn leading a defense that registered eight sacks.
Rookie defensive end David Bailey stood out as a primary winner after recording three sacks and nine quarterback pressures.

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The Jet Press evaluated standout performers from the New York Jets' 17-12 victory over the Cleveland Browns in Week 5. The writer designated defensive end David Bailey, running back Braelon Allen, defensive tackle Darrell Jackson Jr., and head coach Aaron Glenn as winners. Bailey tallied three sacks, while Allen rushed for 116 yards and a touchdown.

Conversely, the article labeled offensive coordinator Frank Reich and quarterback Geno Smith as losers. The Jet Press criticized Reich's lack of a clear offensive identity and noted Smith struggled with holding the ball too long despite the team snapping its three-game losing streak.

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4 winners (and 2 losers) from Jets’ bounce-back victory over the Browns

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