In Sunday’s thrilling 24-17 victory over the Titans, the New York Jets were dealt a major blow with edge rusher Jermaine Johnson’s suspected Achilles tear being the injury headline of the day. The star defender was forced to leave the game due to the injury, casting doubts on his availability moving forward.
However, Johnson was not the only casualty for the Jets on Sunday. Linebacker C.J. Mosley also went down with a toe injury in the first half and did not return to the game. Despite the setback, Jets head coach Robert Saleh expressed optimism that Mosley could suit up for the upcoming clash against the Patriots on Thursday night. The team will closely monitor his progress throughout the week.
Additionally, cornerbacks Michael Carter and D.J. Reed are also nursing injuries that could impact their availability for the next game. Carter, who was dealing with an ankle issue coming into the matchup, struggled to stay on the field during Sunday’s game. On the other hand, Reed was sidelined due to a knee injury. Saleh remains hopeful that both corners, along with Mosley, will be able to return to action soon.
While there is no definitive confirmation on Johnson’s Achilles tear, Saleh and the coaching staff have strong indications that the injury is indeed severe. The team will likely need to make adjustments to compensate for Johnson’s absence on the field moving forward as they aim to continue their momentum from Sunday’s victory.
With key players battling injuries, the Jets will need to demonstrate their depth and resilience as they prepare for their upcoming challenges in the league. Stay tuned for further updates on the injury front as the team navigates through this challenging period.
