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Joe Flacco understood why he was demoted the first time this season by the New York Jets. But the second time? Not so much. The veteran quarterback began the season as the starter because Zach Wilson was recovering from arthroscopic knee surgery. When Wilson was cleared to play in Week 4, Flacco knew that his […]

Zach Wilson may have cost the New York Jets a win Sunday, but that doesn’t mean his poor play will cost him the job as starting quarterback. Head coach Robert Saleh confirmed that Wilson will be the QB1 for the rest of the season, barring injury. “He’s our quarterback because we think he’s gonna get […]

The New York Jets are thrilled that Zach Wilson will start at quarterback Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers. But that doesn’t mean he’s expected to cure all that ails the 1-2 Jets as he returns from preseason knee surgery. “We can’t go into Sunday trying to get all six weeks that he missed (since Aug. […]

Zach Wilson couldn’t be any more excited to return as the starting quarterback for the New York Jets on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers. After being sidelined six weeks following arthroscopic knee surgery, Wilson was cleared by doctors Wednesday to play in Week 4. “I’m just excited to be back on the field going through […]

Zach Wilson has been medically cleared by doctors and will be the New York Jets’ starting quarterback when they visit the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday if he doesn’t suffer any setbacks during practice this week. “It’s really just exciting for him to get back on the football field,” coach Robert Saleh said Wednesday. “It’s been […]

Joe Flacco was cheered during pregame introductions Sunday before the New York Jets lost 27-12 at home to the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 3. But the veteran quarterback was booed during the game. And now he may be out of a job. Reports before the game stated that injured starter Zach Wilson will be given […]

Garrett Wilson was knocked out of the New York Jets’ Week 3 game against the Cincinnati Bengals with a rib injury in the second quarter. Fortunately, the good news is Wilson is returning to action for the second half. The rookie wide receiver made a leaping catch on a 13-yard pass from Joe Flacco and […]

No matter how great Joe Flacco plays or last-minute heroics he provides, Zach Wilson will replace him as the New York Jets starting quarterback when healthy. Jets coach Robert Saleh made that abundantly clear Wednesday. “Zach’s the future of the organization and we all know that,” Saleh said. “As soon as the doctors clear him, […]

Robert Saleh wasn’t patting himself on the back nor taking a victory lap one day after the New York Jets’ stunning 31-30 win against the Cleveland Browns. In fact, the Jets coach was turning the page to their Week 3 showdown against the Cincinnati Bengals and advised his players to do the same. “If you […]

Maybe Robert Saleh was on to something earlier this week when he said his team is not “the same old Jets.” It seemed like a bold declaration after the New York Jets’ 24-9 Week 1 loss to the Baltimore Ravens but appeared more telling after an improbable 31-30 comeback win against the Cleveland Browns in […]

The New York Jets won their first game of the 2022 NFL season in improbable fashion Sunday, rallying for a 31-30 victory against the Cleveland Browns. And Jets quarterback Joe Flacco and coach Robert Saleh agreed that a decision made by Browns running back Nick Chubb set the wheels in motion for their comeback. With […]

One week into the NFL season, it feels like the New York Jets are facing a must-win scenario when they visit the Cleveland Browns on Sunday. Ahead of the Jets-Browns game, we’ll be making our Jets Week 2 predictions. Coach Robert Saleh, who has staunchly defended his team throughout the week after their 24-9 season-opening […]

The New York Jets opened their 2022 season with a 24-9 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. One of the main storylines for the Jets was that former Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco would be filling in for the time being as Zach Wilson continues to work his way back from injury. Flacco was OK against the […]

With Zach Wilson still sidelined following knee surgery, Joe Flacco is expected to start for the New York Jets at quarterback in Week 2 Sunday against the Cleveland Browns. But there is the possibility that Mike White could get the starting nod instead. “As of now, Joe’s our starting quarterback,” coach Robert Saleh said Monday. […]

It wasn’t all bad but it certainly wasn’t good enough for the New York Jets in Week 1. They were defeated 24-9 by the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday. New York played a solid first half but couldn’t overcome a string of mistakes on offense, defense and special teams. They held the Ravens to 63 yards […]

Tyler Conklin used some colorful language to share that better days are ahead for the New York Jets despite their 24-9 Week 1 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Tyler Conklin on the narrative around the Jets: “Everybody says, ‘Same old s***.’ It’s not the same old s***. We have a good team.” #Jets — Rich […]

The New York Jets have troubling injury news ahead of their Week 1 game against the Baltimore Ravens and it has nothing to do with Zach Wilson. Offensive tackle Duane Brown has a shoulder injury and could be sidelined for the season opener along with Wilson, who’s out following knee surgery. Brown missed his second […]

Zach Wilson is not happy he’s going to be sidelined for at least the first three weeks of 2022 NFL season. But the injured New York Jets quarterback said he understands why that decision was made by coach Robert Saleh and team doctors. “If it was up to me I’d still try and play right […]

Zach Wilson will not only miss the New York Jets season opener against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday but he won’t return until Week 4 against the Pittsburgh Steelers at the “earliest,” per coach Robert Saleh. Wilson, who had minor surgery on his right knee Aug. 16, was put through a workout Monday. At that […]

Zach Wilson could play in Week 1 of the NFL season when the New York Jets host the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday. Coach Robert Saleh said it’s “possible” after the quarterback, who’s been rehabbing from minor knee surgery, did some running and throwing Monday. “We put Zach through a workout today, looked good, felt good,” […]

The New York Jets franchise quarterback, Zach Wilson, suffered a knee injury in training camp earlier this month. He was forced to have knee surgery and was initially expected to miss the first few weeks of the season. However, recent reports have him progressing nicely with a chance to suit up for the Jets season […]

Robert Saleh said Thursday the New York Jets are in no rush to name their starting quarterback for Week 1 of the NFL season. The Jets open September 11th at home against the Baltimore Ravens. Starting quarterback Zach Wilson is rehabbing following surgery last week to trim the meniscus in his right knee. Wilson also […]

Elijah Moore had himself a day when the New York Jets scrimmaged the Atlanta Falcons on Friday, drawing raves from quarterback Joe Flacco and coach Robert Saleh. The second-year wide receiver made one juke after a reception that was so off the charts that it spun the Falcons defender completely around: This move from @e_moore03 […]

New York Jets offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur had a blunt assessment of how Zach Wilson’s development will be stunted with the quarterback set to miss a chunk of training camp and possibly the start of the regular season after knee surgery Tuesday. “If you want to be good at football, you have to play football,” […]

Zach Wilson was back at the New York Jets’ training complex two days after surgery on his right knee, and coach Robert Saleh said the quarterback will start Week 1 against the Baltimore Ravens if he’s “ready to go.” Right now, that appears to be a long shot, considering that the season opener is three […]

The ball is being thrown a little differently in the New York Jets facility right now according to rookie wide receiver Garrett Wilson. Quarterback Zach Wilson is currently out due to a torn meniscus and a bone bruise. Wilson had surgery on Tuesday but is projected to be back within two-to-four weeks. With the absence […]

Zach Wilson received the best possible news following knee surgery Tuesday, and it’s possible the New York Jets quarterback could be back in 2-4 weeks. It is believed that Wilson has a bone bruise and had minimal damage to the meniscus in his surgically repaired right knee. The plan was for just a meniscus trim, […]

With Jets quarterback Zach Wilson suffering a knee injury in New York’s preseason opener, that opens the door for backup passer Joe Flacco to potentially step into the starting lineup until the second-year starter is back under center. Wilson is reportedly expected to be out between two-to-four weeks, which could sideline him for the Jets’ […]

Joe Flacco is now projected to start for the New York Jets in Week 1 of the 2022 NFL regular season against a very familiar opponent for the veteran quarterback: the Baltimore Ravens. Flacco spoke about the possibility of him going up against the team he had the best years of his pro football career […]

Joe Flacco admitted Sunday that he has thought a “tiny bit” about starting for the New York Jets against his former team, the Baltimore Ravens, in Week 1 on Sept. 11. The veteran quarterback is in position to have such thoughts because Zach Wilson will have knee surgery Tuesday. Wilson injured his right knee during […]

Zach Wilson will have a procedure on his injured right knee Tuesday, but New York Jets coach Robert Saleh revealed he’s cautiously optimistic the quarterback won’t be sidelined for an extended period of time. “They’ll know more once they get in there,” Saleh said Sunday. “We’re optimistic but he’s not out of the woods until […]

Joe Flacco is 37 years old and the New York Jets’ No. 2 quarterback behind Zach Wilson this season. But Jets coach Robert Saleh said Wednesday that the former Super Bowl MVP still has what it takes to be a starter in the NFL. “Joe Flacco is a starting quarterback in this league,” Saleh said […]

The New York Jets may have missed out on Tyreek Hill, but they still managed to get a done in NFL free agency on Thursday, one which seemingly has Zach Wilson excited. The Jets re-upped with veteran quarterback Joe Flacco, announcing he’d be back with the team on a one-year deal. Wilson saw the news […]

The New York Jets are looking to build around young quarterback Zach Wilson. After luring tight end C.J. Uzomah away from the Cincinnati Bengals with a multi-year contract, they made a move to retain their veteran backup. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Jets have signed Flacco to a contract worth $3.5 million. This will […]

The New York Jets are finally dipping their toes into the chaos of the 2022 NFL Offseason. Ahead of free agency, the team has been discussing a future with Joe Flacco, 2013 Super Bowl MVP. According to ESPN Jets reporter Rich Cimini, the feelings are mutual. He tweeted the news Wednesday morning. Not on the […]

The New York Jets have had a tumultuous week, particularly when talking about the quarterback position. Earlier this week, the Jets placed quarterback Mike White on the reserve/COVID-19 list. White failed one of his recent COVID tests. The Jets also placed newly acquired Joe Flacco on the reserve/COVID list, deeming him a close contact of […]

The New York Jets and their 2-8 season has taken another turn with good news and bad news. Of course, since Jets fans are used to disappointment, here’s the bad news first. Most recent starting quarterback Joe Flacco was placed on the COVID-19/Reserve list along with his backup quarterback Mike White. According to ESPN’s Adam […]

The New York Jets are in the midst of another tough season. Entering Week 11, the Jets are 2-7, last in the AFC East. They are an NFL worst -135 scoring on the season. There is not a lot to be optimistic about if you are a Jets fan. In what has become a quarterback […]

The New York Jets have decided to start veteran quarterback Joe Flacco at quarterback on Sunday against the Miami Dolphins, instead of young backup Mike White, and Jets’ linebacker CJ Mosley has heard enough and seen enough to know that is the right choice. With a Miami defense that is known for making young quarterbacks […]