Overview
- Head coach Aaron Glenn said the switch to Tyrod Taylor for Week 12 was his call, with Taylor set to face the Ravens after starting once earlier this season.
- ESPN’s Dan Graziano reports the change aims to better assess young pass‑catchers such as Mason Taylor, John Metchie III and Adonai Mitchell by emphasizing the passing game.
- The move is widely viewed as lasting through the season barring injury, with multiple reports indicating the Jets intend to pursue a new quarterback in 2026.
- Fields’ season line through nine starts is 1,259 passing yards with seven touchdowns and one interception, and he offered a brief response to the benching as Breece Hall criticized a reporter over the exchange.
- Contract analyses project costly dead‑cap outcomes if Fields is moved, with reporting pointing to a likely post‑season exit and the Jets’ added draft capital positioning them for a quarterback acquisition.