As the New York Jets head into Week 15, there’s no sugarcoating it - this season hasn’t gone the way they hoped. Sitting at 3-10, the playoffs are officially out of reach.
But that doesn’t mean the story’s over. With a trip to Jacksonville to face the 9-4 Jaguars on deck, there are still plenty of questions to answer and pride to play for.
This matchup won’t just be about wins and losses - it’s about evaluating what’s left, who’s still fighting, and what this team might look like going forward.
Here are five key storylines to watch as the Jets prepare to take on the Jaguars:
1. The Quarterback Carousel Keeps Spinning
The Jets’ quarterback situation has been a revolving door all season, and Week 15 is no different. Tyrod Taylor is nursing a groin injury.
Justin Fields is dealing with a knee issue. Brady Cook, who took a beating in last week’s loss to the Dolphins, seems to be the healthiest option - but even he’s not at 100%.
As of now, the Jets haven’t brought in another quarterback, which suggests they’re planning to roll with what they’ve got. But who exactly will be under center on Sunday?
That’s still up in the air. And with Jacksonville’s defense capable of bringing pressure, whoever gets the nod will need to be sharp - and protected.
2. Can the Jets Find a Reason to Fight?
Last week’s loss to Miami wasn’t just a blowout - it was a gut punch. The Jets came out flat, looked uninspired, and were officially knocked out of playoff contention. That’s a tough pill to swallow for any team.
Now comes the challenge for head coach Aaron Glenn: Can he get this group to rally and play with pride? There’s no postseason on the line, but there is the chance to play spoiler.
The Jaguars are jockeying for playoff position, and a loss to a struggling Jets team would be a major setback for them. If New York can tap into that underdog energy, they could make things interesting in Jacksonville.
3. Still No Picks - Will That Change?
Here’s a stat that’s hard to believe: The Jets have gone 15 games without recording a single interception. That’s right - not one. Even after facing Tua Tagovailoa last week, who leads the league with 14 interceptions, the drought continued.
Now they face Trevor Lawrence, who’s thrown 11 picks this season. He’s talented, no doubt, but he’s also shown a willingness to take risks.
If the Jets’ secondary is ever going to break the streak, this could be the moment. But they’ll need to capitalize on any mistakes - something that’s been missing from this defense all year.
4. Will Garrett Wilson Suit Up?
The Jets’ offense has missed Garrett Wilson, and that’s putting it mildly. The star wide receiver has been on injured reserve for the past four games with a knee injury, but he’s now eligible to return.
Whether he’s ready to go against Jacksonville is still uncertain, but his presence would be a major boost for a struggling offense. Even in a lost season, getting Wilson back on the field would give the Jets a much-needed spark - and give whoever’s playing quarterback a legitimate weapon to lean on.
5. Cleaning Up the Fundamentals
Last week’s blowout loss to Miami wasn’t just about injuries or bad luck - it was about execution. The Jets came out flat, gave up 239 rushing yards, and couldn’t get anything going offensively. It was a breakdown across the board.
Now the question is: Can Aaron Glenn and his staff fix any of it in time for Sunday? Jacksonville brings a balanced attack and a defense that can create problems. If the Jets want to avoid another lopsided result, they’ll need to clean up the missed tackles, tighten up the run defense, and find some rhythm on offense - even if it’s just in spurts.
Bottom Line: The Jets may be out of the playoff race, but that doesn’t mean Week 15 is meaningless. This is about evaluation, pride, and maybe even playing spoiler.
There’s still something to be said for how a team finishes, especially one that’s had this many setbacks. Sunday’s game in Jacksonville won’t define the season - but it might reveal who’s still fighting and who’s already looking ahead to 2026.