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Jets' Justin Fields Cleared to Start Monday Night vs. Dolphins

After full practices, an independent neurologist cleared him to play, a key step for a Jets team trying to avoid 0-4.

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Quarterback Justin Fields #7 of the New York Jets passes the ball during the NFL 2025 game between Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on September 7, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 7: Justin Fields #7 of the New York Jets stands during the singing of the National Anthem prior to an NFL game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at MetLife Stadium on September 7, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Head coach Aaron Glenn confirmed, “Justin is playing,” after Fields was removed from the NFL concussion protocol late Friday.
  • Fields practiced fully multiple days this week before clearance from an independent neurologist, completing the league’s return-to-play process.
  • Tyrod Taylor, who started in Week 3 and threw for 197 yards with two touchdowns and a pick-six, returns to the backup role.
  • Fields’ season has swung sharply, with a standout Week 1 (16-of-22 for 218 yards, one passing TD, two rushing TDs) followed by a rough Week 2 before exiting with the concussion.
  • The Jets and Dolphins both enter Monday at 0-3; New York will be without edge rusher Jermaine Johnson and recent addition Jarvis Brownlee Jr., both sidelined by ankle injuries.