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Jets Rally Around Justin Fields After Standout Debut, Eye Bills in Week 2

His poised, dual-threat debut has lifted confidence inside the building, coaches say.

Overview

  • In his Jets debut, Justin Fields went 16-of-22 for 218 yards with a 33-yard touchdown to Garrett Wilson and rushed for 48 yards and two scores in a 34-32 loss decided by a 60-yard Chris Boswell field goal.
  • Garrett Wilson, reunited with his former Ohio State quarterback, called the pairing “like a dream” and said Fields is “not done yet” as the offense looks to build on Week 1.
  • Offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand praised Fields for taking what the defense gave him, checking down when needed and showing strong leadership in the huddle.
  • Cornerback Sauce Gardner was limited Thursday with a groin issue and receiver Josh Reynolds missed practice with a hamstring injury as the Jets managed a short week of prep.
  • New York signed Fields to a two-year, $40 million deal after cutting Aaron Rodgers, and the team now turns to a home matchup against the Bills on Sunday.