In a disappointing season for the New York Jets, owner Woody Johnson expressed his continued support for head coach Aaron Glenn. The Jets are currently struggling with a 0-7 record, which Johnson attributes to the performance of their quarterbacks.
Quarterback Performance During the Season
In Week 7, the Jets benched starter Justin Fields in favor of Tyrod Taylor at halftime. Unfortunately, this shift did not lead to improved results, as the team lost to the Carolina Panthers with a score of 13-6. Fields, who showed early promise in Week 1, has exhibited significant difficulties. Over six starts, his statistics include:
- Completion Rate: 63.7%
- Total Yards: 845 yards
- Touchdowns: 4
- Interceptions: 0
In contrast, Tyrod Taylor, while a more efficient passer, struggled in his debut, misfiring on deep balls and throwing two interceptions.
Owner’s Insights
Johnson highlighted the improvements in defense and special teams but emphasized the need for better execution in the passing game. He stated, “If we could just complete a pass, it would look good. We got to complete some passes.” This comment suggests a preference for Taylor to lead the offense, although he expressed that the final decision rests with Coach Glenn.
Future Considerations
As of now, Glenn has not decided who will be under center in Week 8. Regardless of the decision, it’s apparent that the Jets are still in search of a franchise quarterback. Johnson conveyed a sense of frustration regarding the quarterback situation, but he remains steadfast in his belief in Glenn’s potential as head coach.
“I hug him every day. I do. I say, ‘keep the faith, man,’” Johnson remarked, indicating his commitment to supporting Glenn through this challenging period.
