New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields (concussion) has been ruled out for Week 3 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, per NFL Network's Tom Pelissero . Fields was forced to leave New York's Week 2 contest early due to a concussion. Given how early in the week Fields has been ruled out, it's possible he could be facing a multi-week absence, but that's pure speculation at this stage. Veteran quarterback Tyrod Taylor will get the start against Tampa Bay in Fields' absence. Taylor completed seven of 11 pass attempts for 56 yards and a touchdown after taking over mid-game in Week 2. His last stretch of extended NFL action came in 2023 for the New York Giants, when he threw for 1,341 yards and five touchdowns and rushed for 197 yards on 38 attempts across 11 games (five starts). The 36-year-old Taylor still offers some dual-threat ability and could be a low-end injury replacement option in two-quarterback fantasy leagues.
Sep 17, 2025 12:07 PM EST
New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields (head) is in the league's concussion protocol after his head slammed to the turf in Sunday's Week 2 loss to the Buffalo Bills, and he's unlikely to play in Week 3 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers if he is unable to practice on Wednesday and Thursday, according to head coach Aaron Glenn. The head coach said it would be "hard for me as a coach" to start Field if he didn't get any practice reps on Wednesday and Thursday. With Fields in the NFL's concussion protocol this week, the Jets are preparing for the possibility of starting backup Tyrod Taylor on Sunday. Fields finished the Week 2 loss to Buffalo with a career-low 1.1 QBR after an impressive Week 1 showing. Taylor, 36, missed the entire preseason due to arthroscopic knee surgery, which raised questions about his readiness for the start of the season. He also hasn't started a game since 2023 with the Giants.
Sep 16, 2025 12:09 PM EST
Zack Rosenblatt, senior writer at The Athletic, reports that New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields is in the concussion protocol, according to head coach Aaron Glenn. Fields exited the game in the fourth quarter with a concussion, and the Jets ended up losing to the Buffalo Bills 30-10 on Sunday. Fields struggled mightily before his departure, completing an abysmal three of 11 passes for 27 yards. He provided fantasy managers with a boost on the ground, rushing for 49 yards on five attempts, but the Jets' offense struggled against a Bills defense that had just allowed 40 points to the Baltimore Ravens in Week 1. Fields will have to progress through the NFL's protocol for head injuries to play in Week 3 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. If Fields isn't cleared for Week 3 action, Tyrod Taylor would be in line to start in his place and would be a QB2. If Fields can suit up, he will remain a low-end QB1 due to his rushing upside.
Sep 15, 2025 10:01 AM EST
New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields (head) has officially been diagnosed with a concussion following Sunday's Week 2 contest against the Buffalo Bills. He was taken to the locker room in the second half to be evaluated, leaving Tyrod Taylor as the Jets' primary option under center. Fields finished Sunday's game having completed three of 11 pass attempts for 27 yards through the air, and he also added 49 rushing yards. The Jets will have one week until their next game, which leaves very little time for Fields to recover and clear concussion protocol. If he can't get healthy in time, Taylor would be in line to start at quarterback against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Sep 14, 2025 4:26 PM EST
While nobody is mistaking New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields for two-time MVP Lamar Jackson, the former first-rounder does have a similar dual-threat skill set at the position and could give the Buffalo Bills defense more issues after they couldn't stop Jackson and the Ravens offense at all in Week 1. Fields and the Jets offense looked much better in their loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, with Fields accounting for three touchdowns (one passing, two rushing). The 26-year-old went 16-for-22 passing for 218 yards while rushing 12 times for 48 yards. Buffalo's defense also gave up three total touchdowns to Jackson while allowing 40 total points, so on that logic alone, Fields and the Jets offense could keep it going in Week 2 at home. Field's rushing upside alone should give him a high floor with QB1 potential every week in fantasy.
Sep 12, 2025 7:41 PM EST
After impressing in his New York Jets debut last Sunday, quarterback Justin Fields appears to have a favorable matchup in Week 2. The mobile Fields will face the Buffalo Bills, who were unable to contain the Baltimore Ravens' rushing attack on Sunday. While the Bills pulled off a stunning 41-40 win, quarterback Lamar Jackson rushed for 70 yards and a touchdown on six carries. He also completed 14 of 19 passes for 209 yards and two scores. To be sure, Fields isn't on the level of Jackson, a two-time MVP and a potential Hall of Famer. However, although Fields hasn't excelled as a passer in four full seasons in the NFL, he has been a major threat on the ground (5.9 yards per carry, 21 TDs on 430 attempts). He flashed his dual-threat abilities in a Week 1 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, carrying 12 times for 48 yards and a pair of TDs and completing 16 of 22 passes for 218 and another score. The Steelers have a better defense than the Bills on paper, which could bode well for Fields in Week 2. The 26-year-old is still available in 13% of Yahoo leagues and may be worth a look as a key component of a run-heavy offense.
Sep 10, 2025 4:33 PM EST
New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields came out ready to play against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 1. He got the fun started off early with a 33-yard touchdown pass to Garrett Wilson in the first quarter. Fields was held in check until he rushed for a two-yard touchdown in the third quarter. He wasn't done yet as Fields rushed into the end zone one more time to give his team the lead late in the fourth quarter. He finished this game 16-of-22 on passing attempts for 218 yards with one touchdown and no interceptions. He also rushed the ball 12 times for 48 yards and an additional two scores. It was an awesome first game for Fields, but we'll see if he can keep the good times rolling against the tough Buffalo Bills defense in Week 2.
Sep 7, 2025 6:16 PM EST
New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields will face stiff competition in Week 1 when he squares off against his former team, the visiting Pittsburgh Steelers. New York's offense figures to take a run-centric approach this season, and that includes their new signal caller, who is capable of wondrous fantasy feats with his legs. His prowess as a thrower, however, is the asset in question, as Fields has yet to completely take the reins of an offense using primarily his arm. Whether that takes place in 2025 remains to be seen, but the 26-year-old could have trouble finding room on the ground during his first appearance in Jets green. Pittsburgh was a top-12 unit against opposing ground attacks in 2024 (109.8 yards per game), and they yielded the seventh-fewest points per game (20.8). Fields comes in at RotoBaller's QB8 this week due to his upside as a rusher, but fantasy managers will want to temper expectations in a contest with the lowest projected combined point total of the week (38.5).
Sep 6, 2025 10:44 AM EST
New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields agreed to a two-year, $40 million contract during the offseason. The signal-caller has had his share of ups and downs throughout his career thus far. However, Jets general manager Darren Mougey appears to have confidence in the 2021 No. 11 overall pick. "I do believe Justin can be one of those guys," said Mougey during a recent interview. "I've seen progress during this camp and look forward to seeing the progress throughout the season as they all come together." Fields spent his first three seasons with the Chicago Bears before suiting up for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2024. In 50 regular-season contests, he's thrown for 7,780 yards, 45 touchdowns, and 31 picks while completing only 61.1% of his attempts. Although his accuracy hasn't been the best, he's at least made up for it by finding the end zone 19 times on the run. With that said, Fields should be considered a starting fantasy option in two-QB formats. On the other hand, he has a way to go before earning a routine spot in 12-team fantasy lineups, especially since it may take him time to get acclimated to his new squad.
Aug 30, 2025 10:24 PM EST
ESPN's Rich Cimini writes that it appears that New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields will not play in the preseason finale on Friday against the Philadelphia Eagles. Head coach Aaron Glenn said "a good amount" of starters will not play, but didn't give specifics. Fields was active for the team's first two preseason games, but the 26-year-old only played three offensive possessions. The former first-rounder by the Chicago Bears in 2021 out of Ohio State showed improvement last year with the Pittsburgh Steelers before being benched in favor of Russell Wilson, and the Jets are now hoping he can take another step forward as their unquestioned starter in 2025. So far during training camp, Fields has mostly just been dumping the ball off in th short and intermediate areas, but his rushing upside is what makes him a low-end QB1 target in fantasy.
Aug 19, 2025 3:52 PM EST
New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields completed 1-of-5 passes for four yards in Saturday's 31-12 loss to the New York Giants. He added five yards on his lone rush. The 26-year-old and the other Jets' starters got just two drives in this one, and the signal-caller had a rough time connecting with his intended targets. Still, he managed to score three points on their second possession, despite dropping back only twice. If that drive is any indication of how Gang Green projects to operate, we can expect some iteration of a West Coast offense from them - bombarding defenses with a run-centric approach and a short, quick passing attack. It seems likely that Fields and the rest of the first-stringers will get an extended look in their preseason finale as a final tune-up before the regular season. That comes against the visiting Philadelphia Eagles next Friday night.
Aug 17, 2025 2:31 AM EST
New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields has been "mostly playing it safe" in the passing game in practices, according to Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic. Rosenblatt notes that Fields has been throwing a lot of "quick slants, dump offs, (and) screens." Fields set a career-high in air yards per pass attempt (7.21) in 10 games last season for the Pittsburgh Steelers, but has typically been more comfortable checking down to underneath targets than most mobile quarterbacks. If the Jets' plan is for Fields to get the ball out of his hands quickly, it could benefit running back Breece Hall's reception totals. It could also remove some chances for Fields to make plays in scramble situations. A good portion of Fields' fantasy value comes from his legs (career 50.2 rushing yards per game).
Aug 12, 2025 9:13 PM EST
New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields completed 3-of-4 passes for 42 yards in Saturday's 30-10 road win over the Green Bay Packers. He added 14 yards and a touchdown on two carries. Fields looked comfortable in New York's preseason opener, displaying his dual-threat ability on an 11-play, 79-yard touchdown drive capped with a 13-yard scamper. The former first-round pick didn't exactly open it up, with all four of his targets coming within ten yards of the line of scrimmage. Nonetheless, it's an encouraging debut for him, although it's worth noting that he didn't look to be running at his full capacity quite yet. Expect the Ohio State product to get a longer leash in his team's next outing, which comes against their cross-town rivals, the "hosting" New York Giants, next Saturday.
Aug 10, 2025 1:34 AM EST
Per head coach Aaron Glenn, New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields, among other starters, will play in Saturday's preseason matchup against the hosting Green Bay Packers. However, he would not note how much run the first-stringers will get. With a new QB at the helm, it makes sense that Glenn would want to give his starters as much time as possible on the field together as they continue to build chemistry and comfort with each other. It bodes well for the team, regardless of how long they'll be in the game. With his recent toe injury seemingly in the rear-view mirror, this could be an exciting year for the 26-year-old. It remains to be seen how Fields will mesh with his new offensive system. Still, his innate ability as a rusher and the talent of the weaponry surrounding him should keep him in the conversation of a viable fantasy QB1.
Aug 7, 2025 3:13 PM EST
New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields (toe) plans to practice with a plastic shield on his cleats for the next couple of weeks, Rich Cimini of ESPN reports. Fields is taking precautions after he suffered a dislocated toe on his right foot last Thursday. The 26-year-old, who returned to team drills Monday, said that the injury is "working its way back to 100%" That's a relief for both the Jets and fantasy managers, as so much of Fields' value depends on his elite mobility. The former Chicago Bear and Pittsburgh Steeler hasn't fared great as a passer since entering the league in 2021, but he has been a force on the ground.
Jul 29, 2025 8:16 PM EST
New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields, who dislocated his toe last week, is practicing on Monday in 11-on-11 drills, Adam Schefter reports. This is an encouraging sign for the Jets and Fields, as he was carted off the field last Thursday with a toe injury. All signs since last Friday have suggested that he has been making progress from the injury over the past few days, and there's a good chance we see Fields suit up for preseason action if this trend continues. Currently, Fields ranks as QB15, according to NFBC, which aligns with RotoBallers' ranking of QB13. The key to monitoring Fields is ensuring that he is moving around well and actively involved in the run game, as this is what elevates his fantasy floor and ceiling. If the toe injury slows him down on the ground, this limits his potential upside and knocks him out of the conversation as a QB1 in fantasy football.
Jul 28, 2025 9:56 AM EST
New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields (Toe) appears to be heading in the right direction after giving the Jets a scare after dislocating his toe on Thursday in practice. According to Zack Rosenblatt, senior writer for The Athletic, Justin Fields was participating in seven-on-seven drills and looked impressive doing so. He went 6-for-6 and had completions to Garrett Wilson (twice), Tyler Johnson, Xavier Gipson, Brandon Smith, and Arian Smith. These are all encouraging signs for the former 2021 first-round pick out of Ohio State. Fields is viewed as a dual-threat quarterback, so the silver lining in all of this is that it will give him some time to focus on his passing game, get in rhythm with his pass catchers, and stay off his feet as much as possible while he tends to the injury. While knowing he can use it when it matters, which is closer to the season. Fields is widely viewed as a mid-range QB1 in fantasy football this upcoming season, primarily due to his dual-threat capabilities.
Jul 26, 2025 2:53 PM EST
New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields (toe) was seen back on the practice field on Friday. This seems surprising considering Fields was carted off the field during Thursday's practice. Afterwards, it was revealed that Fields suffered a dislocated toe. The good news is that he appears to have avoided any major injuries. Fields is already back on the practice field, so an injured toe isn't going to stop him. If he was to miss time, Tyrod Taylor is the primary backup on the Jets. There is still plenty of time for Fields to get fully healthy before the beginning of the regular season. It's looking like Fields is going to be fine going forward, but fantasy managers should stay tuned for more updates.
Jul 25, 2025 9:00 AM EST
New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields (toe) has avoided serious injury and will not miss "significant time," according to the team. Fields was carted off the field during the Jets' practice on Thursday, terrifying fans and fantasy managers alike. Thankfully, it appears as though he will not need surgery or any other significant procedure. Fields should be fine for the start of the regular season, but he may miss practice time. That's important given he's learning a new offense and playing with new teammates this year in New York. The talented former first-round pick is looking to get his career as a starter back on track after serving as Russell Wilson's backup with the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2024. Given his prowess as a rusher, Fields is an intriguing fantasy option. Unless there's an indication that this injury will hamper his mobility, he's a fringe top-12 QB
Jul 24, 2025 3:06 PM EST
Updating a previous report, New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields (toe) was carted off the field at training camp practice on Thursday with a dislocated toe on his right foot, a source tells NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Fields thankfully avoided a fracture after being stepped on in practice, but he will surely miss valuable practice time at camp going into the weekend and possibly beyond. A lower-body injury definitely isn't ideal for a mobile QB like Fields, but the good news is that he has plenty of time to heal up before the start of his first season in New York. In the meantime, veteran Tyrod Taylor will get work with the first-time offense in camp. Fields is still undergoing tests, so the severity of his dislocation is unclear. It remains to be seen how much time he'll miss, but unless we know for sure he won't be ready for the season opener, Fields should still be viewed as a high-end QB2/low-end QB1.
Jul 24, 2025 12:06 PM EST
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