Jets Set to Appoint Tyrod Taylor as Starting Quarterback
The New York Jets are on the verge of appointing Tyrod Taylor as their starting quarterback for the upcoming Week 8 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. This decision comes after head coach Aaron Glenn replaced Justin Fields with Taylor during the second half of their recent loss to the Carolina Panthers.
Coaching Decisions and Player Performance
Despite initially withholding confirmation about the new starting role, Glenn is leaning towards Taylor as the primary signal-caller. ESPN’s Rich Cimini has reported that the team is “moving toward” this strategic shift. Glenn is expected to address reporters on Wednesday, providing further clarity on the potential change.
Team owner Woody Johnson voiced his concerns regarding the Jets’ quarterback situation during a recent league meeting in New York. He highlighted the difficulties associated with a quarterback who has struggled with performance metrics, stating, “it’s hard when you have a quarterback with a rating that we got.” Johnson also praised the team’s defense and emphasized the need for the offense to improve, particularly pointing out, “if we could just complete a pass.”
Previous Performance Insights
- Tyrod Taylor started for the Jets in Week 3 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers due to Fields’ concussion.
- In that game, Taylor completed 26 of 36 passes, accumulating 197 yards.
- He added two touchdown passes but also faced setbacks, including a pick-six and a lost fumble.
While Johnson has indicated that the final decision rests with Glenn, the owner’s comments suggest a pressing urgency to improve the team’s offensive output. As the Jets prepare for their next game, fans and analysts alike will be closely monitoring the developments surrounding the quarterback position.
