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Jets Turn to Tyrod Taylor Amidst 0-7 Struggles

10/22/2025

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Taylor Starts Week 8

Jets expect Tyrod Taylor (Jets quarterback) to start Week 8 against the Cincinnati Bengals after a 0-7 start.
Aaron Glenn, the Jets' head coach, benched Justin Fields during the Panthers loss after Fields had 46 passing yards.
Taylor finished 10 of 22 passes with two interceptions.
Woody Johnson said the quarterback decision rests with Glenn.
Fields, signed to a two-year, $40 million contract, faces an uncertain Jets future.

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Johnson Critiques Fields

New York Jets owner Woody Johnson criticized quarterback Justin Fields, saying, "It's hard when you have a quarterback with a rating that we've got," amid the team's 0-7 start.
The criticism followed Fields' poor showing against the Panthers.
Head coach Aaron Glenn is reportedly leaning toward naming Tyrod Taylor the starter for Week 8 against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Johnson emphasized that the quarterback choice is ultimately up to the coach.

History

Historical Context

In 1993, the New York Jets struggled with a 1-7 record, prompting owner Leon Hess to consider mid-season quarterback changes, reminiscent of the Cleveland Browns' turmoil with Bernie Kosar. As Hess faced criticism, current owner Woody Johnson now grapples with Justin Fields' performance, highlighting how pivotal quarterback decisions can shape a franchise's future in the NFL.

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Taylor Starts Week 8

Jets expect Tyrod Taylor (Jets quarterback) to start Week 8 against the Cincinnati Bengals after a 0-7 start.
Aaron Glenn, the Jets' head coach, benched Justin Fields during the Panthers loss after Fields had 46 passing yards.
Taylor finished 10 of 22 passes with two interceptions.
Woody Johnson said the quarterback decision rests with Glenn.
Fields, signed to a two-year, $40 million contract, faces an uncertain Jets future.

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