Johnson’s Confidence in Glenn, Doubts on Fields
Woody Johnson remains supportive of head coach Aaron Glenn, but his opinion on struggling quarterback Justin Fields has shifted.
Jets’ Ongoing Struggles
The Jets have hit rock bottom with an 0-7 record for the third time in their history, and Fields was benched at halftime during the last game.
Quarterback Decision Uncertainty
Glenn has not made a decision regarding whether to return to Fields, who is signed for two years at $40 million, or to start Tyrod Taylor against the Bengals this Sunday.
Johnson’s Assessments
“It appears [Glenn] is making progress,” Johnson stated during the league’s fall owners meeting. He acknowledged the challenge of having a quarterback with a low rating, noting, “If you look at any head coach with a quarterback like that, you will see similar outcomes elsewhere in the league.”
Looking Toward Improvement
Johnson is optimistic about a turnaround thanks to the “pretty good” defense and special teams, but he remains realistic: “You can’t win with hope, but it helps.” He confirmed he trusts Glenn to make the right quarterback choice moving forward.
Offensive Woes
The Jets’ offense ranks 27th in points per game (18.4), with only one touchdown produced in the first three quarters over the last six games. This performance underscores Fields’ misleading 91.1 passer rating.
Future Considerations
As the trade deadline approaches, Johnson’s first-year general manager Darren Mougey is under pressure to potentially add talent, especially at receiver, to energize the offense. Johnson confirmed they are exploring every possible option: “Always scouring what’s going on in football.”
