Fantasy football managers are facing a crucial decision this week as New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields deals with a concussion. After an impressive Week 1 showing, Fields encountered difficulties in Week 2 that extended beyond his poor passing performance.
The veteran signal-caller’s availability for this Sunday’s matchup against Tampa Bay has become a major concern for both the Jets and fantasy managers. Will he play in Week 3 against the Buccaneers?
Justin Fields Injury Update
New York Jets QB Justin Fields struggled to repeat his fantastic Week 1 performance against the Buffalo Bills in Week 2.
He completed just three of his 11 passes for 27 yards and added five carries for 49 yards before suffering a concussion. The veteran quarterback is now in concussion protocol and ruled out for Week 3.
Coach Glenn rules out QB Justin Fields (concussion) for Sunday’s game against the Buccaneers
Full injury update: pic.twitter.com/MeSQY1PsAQ
— New York Jets (@nyjets) September 17, 2025
With Fields unable to play, veteran journeyman Tyrod Taylor will start for the New York Jets in the Week 3 game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
— PFSN Fantasy Football Analyst Dan Fornek
Fields Fantasy Outlook
Fields was put into concussion protocol after exiting Week 2’s blowout loss to the Bills late, and his status is cloudy at best.
If he’s active, he has top-10 potential in a game that could go up and down, but it’s wise to plan for a replacement and pivot should all tests come back clear before kickoff.
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Tyrod Taylor is the next man up for the Jets, but not for you. The best rushing days are behind the 36-year-old, and with a career completion percentage under 62%, he doesn’t have many paths to success, even if you aren’t buying the Bucs as a tough matchup.
Rest up, Mr. Fields. We will be using you heavily against the Dolphins and Cowboys in the coming weeks.
— PFSN Fantasy Football Analyst Kyle Soppe
