Jets coach has five-word response to Justin Fields concern

Following practice, Jets head coach Aaron Glenn was asked about Fields' struggles at training camp. Glenn claimed he wasn't concerned about what he's seen at practice early in August.

"I don’t because it’s early," Glenn said.

The issues at quarterback go beyond Fields, as backup quarterback Tyrod Taylor was sidelined during Tuesday's practice due to a knee issue.

Like when Fields started early in the season for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2024, the Jets are going to have to rely on their rushing attack with Breece Hall and Braelon Allen. Because Fields is dangerous out of the backfield, he gives New York an advantage in the running game.

Even with extra reps as the first-team quarterback in training camp this summer, Fields hasn't emerged as a consistent passer. 

But if he can manage games and not turn the ball over like he did last season in leading Pittsburgh to a 4-2 record (five touchdown passes to one interception), he'll give the Jets defense a chance to win games this season.