Jets Owner Woody Johnson Supports Aaron Glenn, Attributes 0-7 Season Start to Quarterback Performance
New York Jets owner Woody Johnson has expressed his support for head coach Aaron Glenn amidst the team’s challenging 0-7 season start. Johnson attributed some of the team’s struggles to the performance of the quarterbacks, including Justin Fields and Tyrod Taylor.
Quarterback Performance Under Scrutiny
During Week 7, the Jets decided to bench Justin Fields at halftime in favor of Tyrod Taylor. Unfortunately, the outcome remained disappointing, resulting in a 13-6 defeat against the Carolina Panthers.
Fields started the season promisingly but had faltered significantly since then. In six games, he completed 63.7% of his passes for 845 yards, throwing four touchdowns without any interceptions.
On the other hand, Taylor, who is known for his efficiency, struggled as well. He had difficulty connecting on deep passes and threw two interceptions in the game against the Panthers.
Johnson’s Perspective
- Johnson acknowledged improvements in the defense and special teams.
- He noted, “If we could just complete a pass, it would look good.”
- Johnson supports the coaching staff’s decisions while emphasizing the need for better quarterback performance.
Despite the ongoing quarterback dilemma, Johnson remains optimistic about Glenn’s leadership. His belief in Glenn has not wavered, even amid criticisms regarding the coach’s management of in-game situations.
Future Considerations
As the Jets move into Week 8, Glenn has yet to announce the starting quarterback. Johnson’s comments indicate a potential leaning towards Taylor taking over the role. However, the final decision rests with the coaching staff.
As the Jets continue their search for a franchise quarterback, they face mounting pressure to enhance their offensive performance.
