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Aaron Glenn won’t commit to Justin Fields as Jets starter despite first win of season
Justin Fields led the New York Jets to a wild comeback win over the Cincinnati Bengals on the road over the weekend, but earning the long-suffering franchise its first win of the season wasn’t enough to solidify him as the starting quarterback heading into the bye week.
New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn watches during an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, in London. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)
Fields has been the Jets’ starter for seven winless weeks in his first season with the team, but entering Week 8 against the Bengals, there were numerous reports speculating that backup quarterback Tyrod Taylor would get the nod against Cincinnati.
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An injury to Taylor forced the Jets to make the decision and Fields once again took control.
Things took a surprising turn when Fields went 21 of 32 for 244 yards and a touchdown, plus 31 yards on 11 carries in the thrilling 39-38 victory. He also threw a pass and had a run for 2-point conversions.
Fields’ standout performance has naturally led to speculation about what the organization will do next at the quarterback position. But on Monday, Glenn didn’t seem ready to make a decision.
Justin Fields and Aaron Glenn of the New York Jets stand on the sidelines during the national anthem before an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on September 29, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Logan Bowles/Getty Images)
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“I think you know what my answer will be to that,” Glenn said when asked if Fields would start against Cleveland on Nov. 9. “This is the bye week and we’re going to focus on ourselves. And listen, I have time to make that decision. Again, that’s one of the good things about the bye week.”
Glenn added: “But seriously, this gives us a chance to focus on the good, the bad and the ugly and try to figure those things out because we know we have a ways to go.”
Fields revealed his emotions about the season after the win, saying he was on the floor of his closet at one point during the week, crying.
Justin Fields of the New York Jets carries the ball for a two-point conversion against the Cincinnati Bengals during the fourth quarter of the game at Paycor Stadium on October 26, 2025 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Justin Casterline/Getty Images)
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“Football is football,” he said, “but it’s much more about the journey and how we got to this point and just facing adversity and fighting through adversity.”
The Jets will have time off to reflect on the victory before returning home to face the Browns, who face their own quarterback dilemma.
