Overview
- Head coach Aaron Glenn declined to publicly name a starter before Thursday night’s game against the Patriots, telling reporters he won’t discuss the quarterback decision.
- ESPN’s Dan Graziano reported Fields is expected to start on the short week, with the possibility of an in-game switch to Tyrod Taylor if struggles persist.
- Fields is in year one of a two-year, $40 million deal with $30 million guaranteed, and the Jets are already on the hook for $10 million of his 2026 salary.
- ESPN’s Bill Barnwell placed Fields in the “on their way out” category and said it would be a surprise if he returned next season, with a winter release viewed as likely.
- Fields has delivered uneven production, including a 6-of-11, 54-yard passing outing last week in which 42 yards came on a screen to Breece Hall, and his rushing output has dipped in recent games.