Aaron Glenn continues to hide the identity of the Jets’ starting quarterback, feeding the growing curiosity among fans before the matchup against the Bengals. The team has dropped seven straight games and desperately needs answers, yet Glenn keeps the decision between Justin Fields and Tyrod Taylor a secret. He refuses to reveal it because he believes silence gives the Jets a competitive edge.
Reporters pressed him for clarity, but he dodged every attempt. “That’s exactly why I’m saying it: because I don’t want to,” Glenn fired back when questions intensified. Taylor remains questionable with a knee injury, while the team benched Fields during the loss to the Panthers. The tension grew after owner Woody Johnson publicly criticized the offense.
A firm and calculated stance
According to the New York Post, Johnson said about the struggling attack: “If we could complete a pass, it would look pretty good.” Glenn insisted that the locker room remains united. He claims the players already know the decision, but he refuses to share it publicly.
Here’s the full exchange with Aaron Glenn and Jets reporters on why he won’t publicly name a starting QB against the Bengals. pic.twitter.com/TyLCj9TsXA
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Fields and Taylor continue to split reps as Glenn tries to maintain discipline inside the building. His approach resembles other recent scenarios around the league. Glenn referenced his experience in Detroit, where the Lions had to prepare for two different quarterbacks from the opponent. He argues that this situation is nothing new and says he will stay calm and stick to his plan.
Meanwhile, the Jets keep taking hits. Key starters like Sauce Gardner and Garrett Wilson are already ruled out, leaving a thin margin for error. The offense needs stability and leadership, yet the uncertainty clouds everything.
The locker room wants clarity, and fans are demanding answers. Glenn continues to defend his plan and shifts the focus back to weekly preparation. “Our guys know we’re going to keep that between us, and that’s how it’s going to be,” he stated.
The mystery may last until warmups, as the Jets clearly plan to maximize the element of surprise. Cincinnati has taken notice and is preparing for two different game plans.
