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Jets Double Down on Run Game as Fields’ Passing Woes, Injuries Test Depth

Coach Aaron Glenn trusts his revamped offensive line to anchor a run-first identity heading into the preseason opener.

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New York Jets center Joe Tippmann speaks to the media at the team's NFL football training camp, Wednesday, July 23, 2025, in Florham Park, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Overview

  • Aaron Glenn and offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand have installed a ground-first scheme designed to leverage Justin Fields’ rushing ability and open up play-action passing.
  • High draft investments in Armand Membou and Olu Fashanu have formed a physical interior front praised by center Joe Tippmann for its downhill blocking.
  • Justin Fields has continued to struggle in team drills, completing only 4 of 16 passes on Monday and extending earlier accuracy issues.
  • Rookie tight end Mason Taylor (ankle) and backup quarterback Tyrod Taylor (knee) sat out practice, while receivers Xavier Gipson and cornerback Kris Boyd will miss the preseason opener with shoulder injuries, raising depth concerns.
  • Glenn will finalize starter participation for Saturday’s preseason game at Green Bay after further assessing his revamped offense and injured players.