Jets Strategize Against Patriots Before Thursday Night Football Clash
Aaron Glenn, head coach of the New York Jets, is tight-lipped about his quarterback situation ahead of the Thursday Night Football clash against the New England Patriots. During a recent press conference, he made it clear that he would not reveal who will start at quarterback. “Please don’t ask me anything about the quarterbacks,” Glenn stated, indicating his reluctance to engage with media inquiries about this critical position.
Quarterback Uncertainty Before Jets vs. Patriots
This ambiguity is not new for Glenn. In two recent victories, he remained noncommittal about the starting quarterback between Justin Fields and Tyrod Taylor. Fields, who has been the Jets’ primary quarterback since the offseason, has led the team in their last two games.
Fields’ Performance Metrics
Although Fields has shown potential, his statistical performance raises concerns. His numbers stand at:
- Completed passes: 113 out of 178
- Completion percentage: 63.5%
- Total passing yards: 1,143
- Touchdowns: 6
- Interceptions: 1
Despite these stats, Fields is ranked among the lowest passers in expected points added per play (-0.039; 29th in the league). The Jets’ offense is averaging just 21.7 points per game, placing them 25th overall in the league.
Looking Ahead to the Patriots Game
John Butchko from Gang Green Nation speculates that Glenn is likely to retain Fields as the starter due to recent victories. However, should Fields falter against the Patriots, further scrutiny on his performance may ensue. Fields has been the starter in all but one of the Jets’ games this season. The only game he missed was Week 3 after suffering a concussion.
As the Jets prepare to face the Patriots, all eyes will be on Fields. If he continues to struggle and the team underperforms, it could lead to significant changes in the coming week.
