Jets Announce Garrett Wilson News After 1 Missed Game

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Jets Announce Garrett Wilson News After 1 Missed Game

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Chris Trant | Last updated Nov 11, 2026 5:09 PM ET

After a somewhat promising start to the 2026 NFL season, the New York Jets’ momentum has plummeted over recent weeks. The Jets suffered their fourth straight loss on Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs. Now with a 2-7 record, the Jets are in third place in the AFC East.

While quarterback Geno Smith’s numbers are solid, throwing 12 touchdowns to only three interceptions in nine games, the offense has been a source of concern for New York. Garrett Wilson has remained the team’s most reliable weapon, but the offense ranks 23rd in total yards per game and 25th in points per game.

Oct 11, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson (5) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Cleveland Browns during the first quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

In his eight games, Wilson has 43 receptions for 527 yards and three touchdowns, averaging 12.3 yards per reception. Wilson missed the Jets’ matchup against the Chiefs on Sunday after he suffered a concussion late in Week 8’s game against the Las Vegas Raiders.

His absence left an already limited offense without its top target, but he has since taken an important step toward returning to the lineup ahead of New York’s Week 10 game against the Buffalo Bills.

According to ESPN’s Rich Cimini, the Jets wide receiver returned to practice on a limited basis as he continues working through the concussion protocol. While he still needs to fully clear the protocol in order to play on Sunday, his return to practice is an encouraging sign.

WR Garrett Wilson, coming off a concussion, will return to practice today on a limited basis. #Jets
— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) November 11, 2026

Without Wilson, the Jets’ offense struggled mightily. Geno Smith passed for just 165 yards, and the offense recorded only 229 total yards. New York was unable to score a touchdown against Kansas City, scoring just 12 points in the loss.

If he is cleared to return against Buffalo, the Jets would get their most productive receiver back at a time when the offense badly needs a spark.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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