Aaron Glenn Evaluates the Quarterback Situation in the Jets
The New York Jets’ coach, Aaron Glenn, usually defiant when questioned about his quarterback’s situation, took a different approach on Friday. In a sober tone, he was open to the possibility of a change in position.Glenn will have extra time to consider whether to replace Justin Fields with Tyrod Taylor, as the Jets (2-8) have a mini-break after their 27-14 loss to the New England Patriots on Thursday night. Although this does not differ from the last few weeks, where Glenn refused to name a starter before each of the last three games, this time he acknowledged Fields’ poor performance.I’m evaluating everything, to be honest.
Aaron Glenn
Fields threw for 116 yards against the Patriots, including only 23 in the first half. In his last five starts, he has only accumulated 505 yards, in one of which he was replaced at halftime.Obviously, we have to improve in the passing game and that has a lot to do with Justin putting the ball in the right hands.
Aaron Glenn
The Jets average 139.9 passing yards per game, the lowest figure in the league, which would be the fewest in the NFL since the 2022 Chicago Bears (130.5). Fields was the Bears’ quarterback that year. Glenn pointed out that Fields “did some good things” against the Patriots – he ran for 67 yards and a touchdown, the team’s high – but also highlighted that “we missed some open players”. Fields also fell victim to three dropped passes, including two from wide receiver Adonai Mitchell, who debuted with the Jets after being acquired from the Indianapolis Colts. Glenn stated that he is looking for more than the proverbial spark, which he describes as “really a short-term deal. I don’t know if this is the decision of other coaches, but, man, I want to make the decision to give us the opportunity to win. The Jets, who will return to action on November 23 against the Baltimore Ravens, will not go to the playoffs, but they hope to end Glenn’s first season on a high note. This would create a positive environment heading into the next two important offseasons. With five first-round picks in the 2026 and 2027 drafts, they have the potential for a bright future. The future of Fields is up in the air. He received a two-year, $40 million contract from the Jets, including $30 million guaranteed, but they could do without him after a year. They could select a quarterback in the draft and bring in another veteran.It’s not good enough.
Justin Fields
Their receiving corps is irregular, especially with Garrett Wilson out of the lineup. Their number 1 receiver has missed three of the last four games. He was placed on injured reserve on Thursday with a knee sprain, which means he will miss at least three more games. Glenn said he doesn’t expect it to be a long-term injury.
Glenn seemed disappointed by the latest defeat. The Jets, trying to win their third straight game, were only down by seven at the start of the final quarter, but their offense generated nothing after that.Yes, it’s tough, but at the end of the day you can’t complain about it. These are the circumstances we’re in right now.
Justin Fields
I’m frustrated by every loss, but this one was really frustrating, the fact that we had the opportunity to show the world exactly how we’ve grown as a team in all three phases.
Aaron Glenn
