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Jets' Alijah Vera-Tucker Suffers Significant Arm Injury Days Before Opener

With a second opinion pending on a possible surgical fix, the Jets are preparing to reshuffle the interior line.

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Jul 19, 2023; Florham Park, NJ, USA; New York Jets guard Alijah Vera-Tucker (75) talks with media during the New York Jets Training Camp at Atlantic Health Jets Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports/ File Photo
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Overview

  • Multiple outlets report the starting right guard sustained a significant arm injury in Tuesday's practice, putting his Week 1 status in doubt.
  • ESPN reports he is seeking a second opinion and surgery is under consideration, and the team has not issued an official update.
  • Contingency plans discussed include moving Joe Tippmann to right guard and starting Josh Myers at center, with Xavier Newman listed as the backup guard.
  • The captain and 2021 first-rounder has a notable injury history (torn triceps in 2022, torn Achilles in 2023) after playing 15 games in 2024 and enters the final year of his rookie deal at $15.3 million guaranteed.
  • Some reports suggest his season could be in jeopardy, but that outcome has not been confirmed as the Jets prepare to face the Steelers' formidable defensive front.