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Jets GM Backs Justin Fields as Potential Late Bloomer Ahead of Week 1

Mougey’s remarks reflect confidence rooted in Fields’ camp improvement.

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Jun 11, 2025; Florham Park, NY, USA; New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields (7) speaks at a press conference during minicamp at Atlantic Health Jets Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - AUGUST 16: Justin Fields #7 of the New York Jets in action during the NFL Preseason 2025 game between New York Jets and New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on August 16, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Giants won 31-12.
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Overview

  • General manager Darren Mougey compared Fields’ trajectory to Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold and said he has shown daily progress in command, rhythm and leadership during camp.
  • Fields was named a team captain this week and will open the season as the starter in a Detroit-inspired, run-first scheme under coach Aaron Glenn and OC Tanner Engstrand.
  • Preseason results were uneven, with Fields completing 4 of 9 passes for 46 yards and adding a 13-yard rushing touchdown, keeping questions about passing consistency in focus.
  • Mougey said he feels good about the supporting cast — highlighting the running backs, Garrett Wilson and tight ends — even as outside reporting notes limited proven receiving options beyond Wilson.
  • The two-year, $40 million deal gives the Jets flexibility, with reports indicating they could move on next spring, as Week 1 pits Fields against his 2024 team, the Steelers, in Rodgers’ return to MetLife.