Jets' Offense Has 1 Burning Offseason Question That Must Be Answered

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Adam Schultz | Last updated Jun 10, 2025 8:33 AM ET

One of the biggest questions aimed at the New York Jets pre-draft was who would be Garrett Wilson's running mate, with the franchise thought to be selecting a receiver at No. 7.

Instead, tackle Armand Membou was selected, then tight end Mason Taylor in the second round. That doesn't move the needle in the passing game with Allen Lazard and Josh Reynolds rounding out Justin Fields' top three weapons.

Is that going to be enough to sustain Tanner Engstrand's offense in 2025? Not likely, but the offseason presents a chance for someone to step up into the No. 2 role.

And for ESPN's Rich Cimini, there are a host of candidates, but none are too appetizing.

"The No. 1 is clear -- Garrett Wilson -- but there's a significant falloff after him," Cimini writes. "Journeyman Josh Reynolds and Allen Lazard are the most likely candidates, but neither brings a dynamic element to the passing offense. Rookie tight end Mason Taylor might be that guy someday, but it's a bit much to expect an immediate impact.

"The Wilson-Justin Fields chemistry is well-documented, dating to their Ohio State days, but Wilson will face an inordinate amount of coverage if the Jets don't have another threat. They used a third-round pick last year on Malachi Corley, thinking he'd be a starter, but he's out because of an undisclosed injury after a disappointing rookie year."

Lazard and Reynolds are solid options, but neither will shift a defense's coverage away from Wilson.

Could Taylor, Tyler Johnson, or rookie Arian Smith step up? Again, that is asking a lot, but they are the current options Fields has to throw to. We aren't sure if the Jets will dip into the free agency market for someone like Amari Cooper, but behind Wilson, there isn't too much to get excited about.

Of course, that could change at minicamp and training camp, as often one player many don't expect shows out, but who will that be for the Jets?

There are a host of candidates, and in truth, someone has to step up and claim the No. 2 role, otherwise Wilson is going to find it mighty tough sledding in 2025.

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

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