EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ—Just when the New York Jets fan thought he or she was out, they pulled you back in. Just when you, the rabid, oftentimes nonsensical Jets fan thought your team had executed a relatively injury-free summer, they knock you over the head with a two-by-four.
Sure, the Zach Wilson injury stung, especially considering its non-contact nature. And yes, the Mekhi Becton season-ender seemingly popped up out of nowhere when the pads came on. But considering Wilson avoided season-ending disaster—something all internet doctors could not help but prognosticate over as soon as humanly possible—one could not help but wonder if Gang Green’s injury luck had started to actually turn the corner.