The Jets aren’t in the running for the AFC playoff picture after their loss to the Bengals last week. But they still will play an impact on the Bills because the AFC East rivals will roundout the 2019 regular season against one another in Week 17.
In the past few days, the Jets have had a whirlwind of injury news come about around their camp.
First, quarterback Sam Darnold discussed a couple of lingering issues he’s had as of late. The second-year QB played through a knee injury in the Bengals loss, per Jets Wire. However, the outlet notes Darnold said “I’m not concerned with (the injury).”
For now, Darnold will stay under center, but with three games separating the Bills and Jets, Darnold’s health is something to watch. If the Bills need a “win and in” scenario in Week 17, no Darnold would be big news.
But there’s a better chance the Jets could be without two star defenders in Week 17. First, CJ Mosley’s season is over. Their marquee defensive signing of the summer is now on the injury reserve list due to a groin injury. He played in only two games this season and didn’t finish either.
In addition, safety Jamal Adams could miss the Bills meeting as well. He suffered a sprained ankle injury in their loss to the Bengals and was listed as “week-to-week” per head coach Adam Gase. If the Jets continue to lose, they could decide just to shut their star defensive back down.
Missing three would be a big advantage for the Bills.
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