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Robert Saleh praises Zach Wilson, Mike LaFleur and blames himself for Jets' loss

Head coach Robert Saleh of the New York Jets looks on during the first quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Credit: Jim McIsaac

Robert Saleh defended rookie quarterback Zach Wilson and offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur for the fourth-down play that cost the Jets a win over Tom Brady and the Buccaneers.

Saleh said it starts with him and he takes responsibility for the miscommunication on how the fourth-and-2 play should have been run in Sunday’s 28-24 loss. Saleh praised LaFleur for calling a great game and Wilson for playing a great one.