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Jets GM Backs Justin Fields to Follow Late-Bloomer Path

New York is building a run-first offense around him following an uneven preseason.

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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

  • Darren Mougey cited steady camp gains in operation, command and leadership, and OC Tanner Engstrand said Fields is progressing in dropback concepts as he was named a team captain.
  • Fields saw limited and inconsistent preseason action, completing 4 of 9 passes for 46 yards with a 13-yard rushing touchdown.
  • He signed a two-year, $40 million deal after the Aaron Rodgers release, joining his third team in three years and learning a fourth offensive system in five seasons.
  • With few proven pass-catching options beyond Garrett Wilson, the plan emphasizes the ground game with Breece Hall, Braelon Allen and rookie tight end Mason Taylor.
  • Multiple outlets report the contract has a potential out after one season via a June 1 designation that could save about $10 million, and the Jets open Sept. 7 against the Steelers.