Overview
- Head coach Aaron Glenn said Gardner entered the NFL return-to-participation protocol after a fourth-quarter head injury against Carolina and was ruled out for the rest of the game.
- New York fell to 0-7 with a 13-6 loss at MetLife Stadium, underscoring the stakes as Cincinnati awaits in Week 8.
- Clearing the protocol requires multiple steps, including independent neurological clearance, leaving his status uncertain days before Sunday.
- Injuries mounted for the Jets: Garrett Wilson missed the game with a knee issue, Breece Hall was limited but is expected to be fine, returner Kene Nwangwu also entered concussion protocol, and defensive tackle Jay Tufele sustained a mild knee sprain.
- Gardner previously missed time with a concussion in 2023, providing context for the team's cautious approach.