{"id":246366,"date":"2025-09-15T14:30:12","date_gmt":"2025-09-15T18:30:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/?p=246366"},"modified":"2025-09-15T13:31:39","modified_gmt":"2025-09-15T17:31:39","slug":"with-fields-out-journeyman-to-lead-jets-next-week-tyrod-taylor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/2025\/09\/15\/with-fields-out-journeyman-to-lead-jets-next-week-tyrod-taylor\/","title":{"rendered":"If Fields Is Out, This Journeyman to Lead the Jets Next Week"},"content":{"rendered":"

Two weeks into the season, and it’s been a less-than-ideal start to the new regime. Despite some bright spots on offense vs. the Pittsburgh Steelers, the week two loss to the Buffalo Bills knocked the team back to reality. Alas, the New York Jets<\/a> were unable to find that same rhythm to score 32 points like last week. Unfortunately, not even a third of it, putting up only ten points on offense<\/a> compared to Buffalo’s 30. Even more frustrating, the offense is already getting a change at quarterback. After sustaining a concussion<\/a>, quarterback Justin Fields is likely out next week vs. the Tampa Bay Buccaneers<\/a>. Who will lead the offense? Fortunately, this veteran quarterback has years of starting experience and is already familiar with Garrett Wilson & Breece Hall. For the time being, journeyman Tyrod Taylor<\/a> will be the next Jets starting quarterback.<\/p>\n

If Fields Is Out, This Journeyman to Lead the Jets Next Week<\/h2>\n

The reality of the sport is already bearing down on the depth of the roster. The week two loss to the Bills not only leaves the Jets winless in their first two home games, but came at the expense of depth. Throughout the game, the Jets suffered four significant injuries during the game. Initially, strong safety Tony Adams sustained a groin injury. Afterwards, both free safety Andre Cisco and beloved Pro Bowl edge rusher Jermaine Johnson II<\/a> also suffered injuries. However, the significance of the final injury will sting for weeks to come. This offseason, the Jets invested in Justin Fields, signing the veteran quarterback to a two-year deal. After a solid debut vs the Steelers, fans had hope Justin Fields<\/a> could really showcase his skills with the Jets. Alas, it seems that his great debut will have to wait to be replicated.<\/p>\n

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Aug 9, 2025; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields (7) runs the ball for a touchdown against Green Bay Packers defensive end Lukas Van Ness (90) during the first quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Kayla Wolf-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

During the fourth quarter, Fields was sacked by Bills edge rusher Joey Bosa<\/a>. During the play, the Jets quarterback left the field, and Fields was examined in the blue tent. Eventually, the Jets training staff escorted Fields to the locker room to examine the quarterback. Soon enough, the Jets ruled Fields out for the rest of the game after the Jets quarterback was diagnosed with a concussion. Prior to the injury, Fields was struggling. Within three quarters, Justin Fields finished the game, completing three passes for 27 yards on 11 throws, along with 49 rushing yards. In addition, Fields lost his 21st career fumble during the game, his first since Week 15 of 2023 while on the Chicago Bears. With the concussion diagnosis, it’s likely Justin Fields will miss the team’s Florida road trip over the next two weeks. After facing the Buccaneers, the Jets will play the Miami Dolphins<\/a> the following week. So, who will start in his place?<\/p>\n

Tyrod Taylor next Quarterback up for Jets<\/h3>\n
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first career TD for the hometown kid<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcfa: #BUFvsNYJ<\/a> on CBS, @paramountplus<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/TSBvBy2eQi<\/a><\/p>\n

— New York Jets (@nyjets) September 14, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n