Dec 10, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) throws the ball as Houston Texans defensive end Jonathan Greenard (52) defends during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
EAST RUTHERFORD — Perhaps if the New York Jets let Zach Wilson “rip it” earlier this year, the team’s playoff hopes would not be where they are now.
Wilson recorded his best game as a professional quarterback with a 300-yard, two-touchdown day to help end the Jets’ five-game losing streak by a 30-6 final over the playoff-minded Houston Texans.
After returning to the starting lineup for the first time in several weeks, the Garrett Wilson-Zach Wilson connection was out in full force throughout the contest. In total, the reigning offensive rookie of the year tallied nine catches for 108 yards while helping his quarterback settle down early in the contest for some easy completions.
That connection was in particular full force at the start of the second half.
Following a half that saw both the Texans and Jets combine for just 163 yards of total offense and no points, Wilson connected with New York’s top receiver three times on the opening drive of the third to set Gang Green’s offense up in an advantageous spot.
Randall Cobb would make sure the game’s first trip into the red zone would not be in vain. His 15-yard reception was his first of the season and gave the Jets a 7-0 that awoke the seemingly quiet and wet crowd at MetLife.
In his first start since being benched midway through a loss to Buffalo three weeks ago, Wilson looked as sharp as he ever has through the first three years of his NFL career. The former second-overall pick shrugged off some off-field controversy earlier in the week to throw 27-36 passing for 301 yards, and two touchdown throws. He helped orchestrate the Jets’ second scoring drive of the game immediately after the first when undrafted rookie Xavier…
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