Overview
- Fields said he “did not anticipate” the demotion and maintained he will be a starting quarterback again, declining to commit to his future with the Jets.
- Coach Aaron Glenn pointed to the NFL’s No. 32 passing attack and Fields’ 116-yard outing vs. the Patriots on Nov. 13 as reasons for the switch.
- Taylor completed 60.7% for 222 yards with one touchdown and one interception in his first start against the Ravens and is set to start again against the Falcons.
- Fields is due $20 million next season, including $10 million guaranteed, with a $23 million cap charge, complicating decisions as the Jets consider draft or veteran quarterback options.
- Teammates, including Taylor, praised Fields’ professionalism, and the staff has discussed potential situational packages that leverage his rushing ability.