Glenn Identifies Jets’ QB1 but Remains Silent

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Glenn Identifies Jets’ QB1 but Remains Silent

New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn has identified his starting quarterback for the upcoming game against the Cincinnati Bengals. However, he has opted not to reveal this information publicly to maintain a strategic advantage over his opponents.

Quarterback Situation for the Jets

Coach Glenn confirmed on Wednesday that a quarterback would take the field on Sunday. Despite this assurance, the situation is complicated by the knee injury of Tyrod Taylor, who is currently classified as day-to-day. Taylor had recently replaced Justin Fields, who struggled during the game against the Carolina Panthers.

Tyrod Taylor’s Injury Concerns

  • Tyrod Taylor underwent arthroscopic knee surgery during training camp.
  • He missed the preseason games but returned healthy for Week 1.
  • In the previous game against Carolina, Taylor threw two interceptions.

Jets owner Woody Johnson criticized Fields’ performance in light of the team’s ongoing struggles, marking them as the only winless team in the NFL with a record of 0-7. Johnson noted the challenges facing a first-year coach when the team’s quarterback struggles to maintain consistency.

Justin Fields’ Performance

Fields, who has struggled this season, posted a career-low Total QBR of 32.1 across six starts. He ranks 31st out of 33 qualified passers. Although Fields displayed promise against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 1, his performance has notably declined in subsequent weeks.

  • In the Week 6 loss to the Denver Broncos, Fields recorded minus-10 net passing yards.
  • Against the Panthers, he completed only 6 of 12 passes for 46 yards.
  • During that game, Fields was sacked three times and was pulled from the game when the Jets were down 10-3.

Head Coach Aaron Glenn’s Support

Glenn has consistently backed Fields, even amidst his poor performance. However, recent events suggest a shift in confidence. When discussing the quarterback decision, Glenn stated that it ultimately lies with him, and he will consult various people within the organization as well.

As the Jets prepare for this pivotal matchup, all eyes will be on the quarterback position. The team’s offensive struggles are evident, with only seven touchdowns in their last six games and none scored in the first halves.

Moving forward, the Jets must resolve their quarterback issues quickly to avoid prolonging their winless streak in the NFL.