Jets head coach Robert Saleh appeared in Tuesday’s episode of the Morning Show with Boomer and Gio and confirmed that Mekhi Becton’s knee injury is a new injury.
Robert Saleh on Mekhi Becton, on Boomer and Gio: "Still waiting on all the second opinions he's gotta get, but obviously it's not looking good for the initial prognosis. For Mekhi … you feel sick." #Jets
— Zack Rosenblatt (@ZackBlatt) August 9, 2022
Saleh said the Jets are awaiting a second opinion on Becton but said “obviously it’s not looking good.” Saleh also said the organization feels “sick” for Becton.
It was reported last night by Connor Hughes of SNY that the injury could be season-ending for Becton, who played just one game in 2021 before suffering an MCL sprain that cost him the rest of the season. Now, his 2022 season is in jeopardy.
Becton will undergo more tests to determine the severity of the injury, which is to his kneecap and patella.
Chuma Edoga and Max Mitchell are currently the direct backups at the tackle position, whom Saleh expressed confidence in when talking to Boomer and Gio. The Jets will also be without Conor McDermott for about 1-2 weeks with a low ankle sprain.
Saleh also expressed confidence in Chuma Edoga and Max Mitchell. Didn't mention Duane Brown. #Jets https://t.co/kjJyAEWc3u
— Zack Rosenblatt (@ZackBlatt) August 9, 2022