The Jets are heading into Week 9 with a real cloud hanging over Garrett Wilson, and the latest update doesn’t do much to lift it.
Wilson remains in concussion protocol after Week 8, and his absence from Wednesday’s practice already put his availability in question. Thursday didn’t bring better news. ESPN’s Rich Cimini reported that Wilson was not at practice again, which makes his chances of suiting up against the Kansas City Chiefs look increasingly shaky.
“Jets practice: No sign of Garrett Wilson (concussion) and Harrison Phillips (ankle) during stretching,” Cimini reports. “Breece Hall and David Bailey are practicing.”
That’s a mixed bag for New York. Hall and rookie edge rusher David Bailey being on the field is a positive sign, but Wilson’s situation is the one that matters most. With no practice on Wednesday or Thursday, he’s running out of time to get through protocol before the Week 9 matchup.
There’s still a path for him to play, but it’s a narrow one. Clearing concussion protocol in a single week is no easy task, and the Thursday update makes it feel even less likely that Wilson will be available against a tough Chiefs defense.
If Wilson can’t go, Geno Smith would be without his top receiver, and the Jets would need others to take on bigger roles. Omar Cooper Jr. and Adonai Mitchell would be asked to handle more of the load, while Isiah Williams could also get more involved. Kenyon Sadiq and Mason Taylor should see some action as well.
For now, Wilson’s status is very much in doubt, and unless there’s a late turnaround, the Jets may have to prepare for Week 9 without him.
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