The New York Jets received crushing news on Wednesday regarding one of their most important players. Just days before their Week 1 showdown with the Pittsburgh Steelers, reports surfaced that veteran offensive lineman Alijah Vera-Tucker suffered a serious injury during Tuesday's practice.
ESPN's Adam Schefter provided an unfortunate update on Vera-Tucker's status, revealing that the USC product has once again suffered a torn tricep, and the fear is that the injury is season-ending.
The injury reportedly occurred during individual drills at the Jets' practice on Tuesday. Vera-Tucker is scheduled to receive a second opinion to confirm the diagnosis and determine whether surgery will be required, but the expectation inside the building is grim.