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Robert Saleh stands by New York Jets acquiring unvaccinated QB Joe Flacco, describes trade as ‘playing with house money’

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — The New York Jets’ recent trade for backup quarterback Joe Flacco raised questions at the time of the deal, and those questions are bigger now that Flacco, who said last week he’s unvaccinated, is on the reserve/COVID-19 list. Even though Flacco is expected to miss Sunday’s game against the Houston Texans […]

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Mike White to remain New York Jets’ starting QB against Buffalo Bills

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — The New York Jets are sticking with fan favorite Mike White at quarterback this week — and perhaps beyond. With a choice between White and highly touted rookie Zach Wilson, who is returning from a knee injury, coach Robert Saleh announced Wednesday that White will start against the Buffalo Bills. He […]

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New York Jets QB Mike White (forearm) exits in 1st quarter during 45-30 loss to Indianapolis Colts

White left the 45-30 loss late in the first quarter after injuring his right forearm. He was replaced by journeyman Josh Johnson, their third stringer. Starting for the injured Zach Wilson, White was hurt on a 19-yard touchdown pass to rookie Elijah Moore. He banged his forearm on the left arm of defensive tackle DeForest […]

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New York Jets WR Corey Davis not expected to play Sunday after suffering hip flexor injury

“It’s not looking good,” coach Robert Saleh said Friday, referring to Davis. “We’re still holding out for hope, but it’s trending in that direction.” What else can go wrong for the Jets (1-5), who face the heavily favored Cincinnati Bengals (5-2) at MetLife Stadium? Starting quarterback Zach Wilson, who sprained his right knee last Sunday, […]

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New York Jets to start QB Mike White vs. Cincinnati Bengals; QB Joe Flacco’s status unclear

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Mike White will make his first NFL start Sunday against the Cincinnati Bengals, New York Jets coach Robert Saleh confirmed Wednesday. The status of their newest backup, Joe Flacco, is uncertain. Flacco, acquired Monday in a trade with the Philadelphia Eagles, wasn’t at practice Wednesday. He was excused for a personal […]

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New York Jets bring back veteran QB Joe Flacco in trade with Philadelphia Eagles

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — With Zach Wilson sidelined at least two games with a sprained knee, the New York Jets secured quarterback insurance on Monday. They reacquired Joe Flacco in a trade with the Philadelphia Eagles, both teams announced Monday. It cost the Jets a 2022 sixth-round conditional pick, which can improve to a fifth-round […]

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Why are NFL practice squads loaded with big-name players? What to know, how the rules work, more

NFL practice squads used to be an afterthought, a place for late-round picks and undrafted rookies to develop behind the scenes. Now, those squads are well-stocked with veterans who once racked up millions — good players taking jobs they never thought they’d need for less than 30 cents on the league-minimum dollar. Recently expanded practice […]

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2021 NFL roster cuts tracker: Who’s in and who’s out for all 32 teams

Teams in the NFL are required to cut their rosters to 53 players by 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday. Cuts come earlier this season as teams had three preseason games — not four — to accommodate the 17-game regular season schedule. The biggest names let go are New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton and New […]

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New York Jets rookie QB Zach Wilson passes first test with efficient outing in preseason debut

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — New York Jets rookie quarterback Zach Wilson passed his first test with relative ease, delivering an efficient performance in his preseason debut Saturday night against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. Wilson, who started and played two series, completed six of nine passes for 63 yards. He was in control […]

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