He New York Jets They are reportedly making a change at the quarterback position after a disastrous loss to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday.
Third-year quarterback Zach Wilson who took over as the team’s starter following Aaron Rodgers’ season-ending injury in Week 1, will be benched in favor of backup quarterback Tim Boyle, according to multiple reports.
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New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson is sacked by Buffalo Bills defensive end Leonard Floyd in Orchard Park, New York, Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)
The reported decision follows Wilson’s benching in the third quarter of Sunday’s 32-6 loss to AFC East rival Buffalo.
Boyle, 29, completed seven passes for 33 yards and one interception after replacing Wilson with just over two minutes left in the third. Wilson finished the day 7 of 15 for 81 yards, one touchdown and one interception.
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Head coach Robert Saleh remained committed to Wilson throughout the season despite mounting criticism and even praised his growth. But on Sunday, Saleh was noncommittal about his starting status on a short week and will play another division rival on Friday.
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“We’re going to watch the tape and make a decision (Monday),” he said of this week’s game against the Miami Dolphins. “We’ll look at it all. I’m not really answering those questions yet.”
New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh walks on the sideline during the Buffalo Bills game, Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
Friday could mark Boyle’s fourth NFL start and first since 2021 with the Detroit Lions.
“I have to say this, I’m very proud of Zach. The way he’s handled everything this year, he’s done a really good job,” Boyle said Sunday night.
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“He’s been extremely encouraging to me in the fourth quarter. He’s earned a lot of respect from me and I think a lot of respect from the offense. So my heart goes out to him. Obviously, it’s not a comfortable situation, but it’s been wonderful.”
New York Jets quarterback Tim Boyle throws a pass against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)
Rodgers is reportedly considering an early return sometime in December, but it will likely depend on whether the Jets have any playoff potential.
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The Associated Press contributed to this report.
