Jets Announce Tyrod Taylor as Starting QB Against Buccaneers

New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields will not participate in the upcoming game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers due to a concussion. First-year head coach Aaron Glenn confirmed on Wednesday that veteran quarterback Tyrod Taylor will take the lead for the Jets in their first road match of the season. This decision comes as Fields remains in the NFL’s concussion protocol, which requires clearance from an independent neurologist before a player can return to play.

Fields sustained the concussion during the fourth quarter of last Sunday’s 30-10 defeat to the Buffalo Bills. He was injured when the back of his helmet struck the ground following a hit from Joey Bosa. The Jets are now looking to avoid starting the season 0-3, a record they have not faced since 2021.

Glenn had indicated earlier in the week that the team was preparing for the possibility of Taylor starting. He expressed confidence in the veteran’s ability to lead the team effectively. Taylor, 36, has an extensive career with 58 starts but has not taken the field as a starting quarterback since 2023, when he played for the New York Giants. Last season, he served as a backup with the Jets, primarily sitting behind Aaron Rodgers and appearing only in limited situations.

As the Jets prepare for this critical matchup, the team aims to regroup and build momentum after two challenging losses. Taylor’s experience may be crucial in navigating the pressures of a road game against a competitive Buccaneers squad. Fans will be watching closely to see if he can lead the Jets to their first victory of the season.