Jets: WR Stephen Hill making progress

New York Jets receiver Stephen Hill has had his ups and downs throughout training camp and the preseason.

However, the rookie second-round pick has impressed offensive coordinator Tony Sparano.

"I'm OK with where he's at," Sparano said of Hill's progress.

Sparano pointed out that with the absence of WR Santonio Holmes (rib cartilage), WR Jeremy Kerley (hamstring) and WR Chaz Schilens (ankle), Hill and WR Patrick Turner are getting many more reps than they normally would and both, but especially Hill, are benefiting.

"He's starting to learn to play with [quarterback] Mark [Sanchez]," Sparano said. "Mark's starting to learn his body. I think he's coming along nicely. Once we get the full group out here, we'll be able to use him differently."

Sanchez agreed Hill has made a lot of progress since arriving in the spring.

"He's really close," Sanchez said of where Hill is as far as being totally settled in the offense.

Hill had two catches in each of the first two preseason games for a total of 38 yards.

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