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Tyrod Taylor Cleared for Season Opener Against Steelers

8/24/2025

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Tyrod Taylor, backup quarterback for the New York Jets, will return for the season opener after knee surgery.
Coach Aaron Glenn is confident in Taylor's readiness for the Week 1 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The Jets considered other quarterback options during Taylor's recovery, but he remains the primary backup to Justin Fields.
Inconsistent preseason performances from other quarterbacks have raised questions about their future roles.

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Tyrod Taylor, backup quarterback for the New York Jets, will return for the season opener after knee surgery.
Coach Aaron Glenn is confident in Taylor's readiness for the Week 1 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The Jets considered other quarterback options during Taylor's recovery, but he remains the primary backup to Justin Fields.
Inconsistent preseason performances from other quarterbacks have raised questions about their future roles.