At the recent minicamp in Florham Park, New Jersey, Jets offensive coordinator Frank Reich took a moment to spotlight quarterback Geno Smith, calling his mental approach to the game elite.
Reich’s high praise
Reich detailed how Smith’s offseason work has been marked by meticulous preparation, noting that the quarterback has studied playbooks, reviewed film and refined his mechanics since his early days in the league.
The quarterback’s resurgence has drawn admiration from teammates, who cite his natural leadership and steady confidence in the huddle as a stabilizing force for a unit that has struggled for consistency.
Reich described Smith as possessing an ‘it factor’ — a blend of confidence and humility that, in his view, is essential for sustained excellence on the field.
Smith, for his part, insists he is staying present, using lessons from stints with the Giants, Chargers and Seahawks to guide the Jets toward a winning culture, rather than dwelling on past narratives.
With the organization emphasizing winning and excellence in every operation, the quarterback’s focus on growth and teamwork could be the catalyst the Jets need to break out of their recent stagnation.