The New York Jets’ preseason opener against the Green Bay Packers was supposed to be a proving ground for several receivers jockeying for depth chart spots. Outside of Garrett Wilson, the wide receiver room is arguably the most contentious area of Gang Green’s roster, as the depth chart is riddled with question marks.
Josh Reynolds, Allen Lazard, Tyler Johnson, and Arian Smith are not a supporting cast for Justin Fields that inspires much optimism. And it’s telling that 2024 third-rounder Malachi Corley is failing to beat them out for meaningful playing time.
It’s extremely rare to see a player go from being nicknamed the “YAC King” in college to being out of the NFL in a year’s time.