The New York Jets are holding their breath as they monitor the status of star wide receiver Garrett Wilson, whose absence has been deeply felt in an already struggling offense. After injuring his knee in a Week 6 game against the Denver Broncos in London, Wilson has been sidelined, leaving a massive void in the passing game.
With the team ranked 29th in PFSN’s Offensive Impact metrics, his return is critical, even if their playoff hopes are gone. The biggest question heading into Week 10 is whether their most consistent offensive weapon will be back on the field.
Will Garrett Wilson Be Ready to Face the Cleveland Browns?
Here’s how things currently stand regarding his potential status for the upcoming matchup against the Cleveland Browns. After leaving the game early in London, Wilson was evaluated. He ultimately sat out the next two games against the Carolina Panthers and the Browns, with the team splitting those contests 1-1.
When asked about Wilson’s return, head coach Aaron Glenn offered a hopeful update on the situation. The latest news from the team signals a step in the right direction, as Wilson is expected to practice this week. However, the coaching staff has not yet specified his level of participation. This cautious approach suggests the Jets are carefully easing him back in, monitoring how his knee responds to movement and changes of direction before making a final decision on his availability.
A key factor working in Wilson’s favor was the timing of the Jets’ bye week, which allowed him extra recovery time without missing a third game. While the additional downtime does not guarantee a full return, it does mean he will enter this week with more rest than he would have had otherwise.
As the team returns to practice, all focus will be on how Wilson performs in drills and whether the staff feels he can compete at a high level without risking further injury. With three weeks of rest, he likely has a fair shot at playing this week, and his impact on the passing game would be immediate.
If he cannot play, the Jets will be forced to rely on other receivers to carry the load. The team will turn to AD Mitchell, who was recently acquired in a blockbuster trade for Sauce Gardner before the deadline.
Additionally, the offense will lean on Allen Lazard, Arian Smith, Tyler Johnson, Isaiah Williams, and John Metchie III. Metchie joined the team just this week after being acquired from the Philadelphia Eagles for slot corner Michael Carter.