Jets Face Injury Crisis and QB Uncertainty Ahead of Bengals Clash

The New York Jets, struggling with an 0-7 start, face ongoing quarterback uncertainty as Aaron Glenn refuses to name a starter for their Week 8 game against the Cincinnati Bengals due to Tyrod Taylor's knee injury, confirming that Justin Fields will start. Fields, who signed a two-year, $40 million deal, has struggled significantly, leading to his benching in the previous game and criticism from Jets owner Woody Johnson. The Jets will also be without key players Garrett Wilson and All-Pro cornerback Sauce Gardner, who is sidelined with a concussion, complicating their chances against the Bengals' strong wide receiver duo. Recently acquired defensive back Jarvis Brownlee Jr. is expected to help cover for Gardner, acknowledging the challenge of facing elite receivers like Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Glenn's lack of transparency about the quarterback situation has frustrated fans and media, while the team attempts to manage preparation and morale internally. Despite these challenges, Glenn remains confident the team is ready to compete and is keeping strategic details within the team.