Jets Owner Blames Fields, Backs Glenn; Taylor Likely Starter

At the NFL fall meetings, Jets owner Woody Johnson publicly backed first-year coach Aaron Glenn amid New York’s 0-7 start, praising Glenn’s approach and saying he is turning around parts of the team. Johnson sharply criticized quarterback Justin Fields’ inconsistent play — citing poor passing, fumbles and low yards-per-game — and noted Fields was benched at halftime of the Week 7 loss to Carolina for Tyrod Taylor. Multiple outlets report Glenn is expected to move toward naming Taylor the starter as the offense continues to struggle to score. Johnson and others pointed to improving defense and special teams and indicated ownership is taking a patient approach rather than firing Glenn midseason. Coverage also questioned the front office’s decision-making, noting GM Darren Mougey signed Fields to a two-year, $40 million deal amid criticism that cheaper alternatives existed.