The New York Jets’ brief momentum came to a halt with their 27-14 loss to the New England Patriots. The defeat did not just end their winning stretch. It magnified the deeper issues at quarterback that have been simmering for weeks. The fallout after the game suggested that far more is at stake for the team moving forward.
New York Jets Quarterback Crisis Deepens
Justin Fields turned in another difficult outing, completing 15 of 26 passes for 116 yards as the Jets offense managed only 245 total yards. After the loss dropped the Jets to 2-8, former Jets offensive lineman and Super Bowl champion Willie Colon voiced one of the strongest criticisms yet.
During his postgame remarks, he said, “You don’t need to watch anything – Justin Fields is not an NFL quarterback. Let’s just be honest… he shouldn’t have played in the second half… we watched missed throws, bad mechanics, he doesn’t trust his feet… this is ridiculous.”
“Justin Fields is not an NFL quarterback.”@willcolon66 reacts to Justin Fields’ struggles against the Patriots on Jets Post Game Live:
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Fields has struggled with hesitation all season. While he has thrown only one interception, that statistic reflects his reluctance to challenge defenses instead of efficiency. He averages just 139.8 passing yards per game, a number consistent with an offense that has been unable to produce at a competitive level.
PFSN’s QB Impact metrics reinforce these concerns. Their evaluation shows that Fields holds a QB Impact Score of 68.3 for the 2025 season. He received a D+ grade and ranks 28th for the year. His overall ranking since 2000 sits at 704. Through nine games, he has completed 128 of 204 passes.
These numbers parallel the on-field issues that have become impossible to overlook.
The performance struggles take on even more weight when paired with Fields’ contract details. He signed a two-year, $40,000,000 deal with the Jets that includes a $15,000,000 signing bonus and $30,000,000 guaranteed. His average annual salary is $20,000,000.
For the 2025 season, Fields will earn a $5,000,000 base salary, a $15,000,000 signing bonus, and a $10,080 workout bonus. He carries a cap hit of $8,010,080 and a dead cap value of $30,010,080. These figures highlight the significant financial commitment tied to a quarterback who is now facing increasing criticism.
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Head coach Aaron Glenn maintained that he needed to review the game tape before reaching any conclusions, although Colon argued the issues were too apparent to require additional study. With the team sitting at 2-8, pressure is building to examine alternative quarterback options.
Tyrod Taylor has shown more willingness to throw downfield in previous appearances and may represent a possible direction if the Jets choose to make a change. As their season continues to slip, exploring alternatives may no longer be optional.
The Jets appear to be approaching a defining moment. Whether they continue with Fields or shift toward another option, the scrutiny surrounding the former No. 1 overall quarterback continues to intensify.