After ESPN’s Rich Cimini reported that New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson is expected to be sidelined for at least three to four weeks due to a sprained knee, head coach Aaron Glenn delivered an eyebrow-raising response during a press conference. When asked for details about Wilson’s injury, Glenn deflected, saying, “I’m going to pass on talking about injuries since Rich… has all the answers,” indicating that reporters could refer to Cimini for updates.
As the conference continued, a reporter inquired whether Wilson might be placed on injured reserve, which would mandate the 2022 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year miss a minimum of four games. Cimini’s report mentioned that while Wilson won’t require surgery, Glenn continued to deflect, suggesting reporters consult Cimini instead. When one reporter insisted on Glenn’s insight, he reiterated, “Well, I’m telling you to ask Rich.”
Glenn’s reluctance to share injury information is not a new phenomenon; this season, he has frequently clashed with the media regarding player updates. Previously, he abstained from naming a starting quarterback ahead of a Week 8 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals, asserting that such information could provide a competitive advantage. Ultimately, quarterback Justin Fields started that game, leading the team to a narrow victory.
As the Jets prepare to face the New England Patriots, Glenn emphasized the importance of winning, stating, “The more you win, the more confidence you get as players, the more confidence you get as a team.” With the Jets currently holding a record of 2-7, every game presents an opportunity to build momentum and confidence. Fans will be eager to see if the Jets can capitalize on this mindset and possibly string together wins against formidable opponents in the coming weeks.