New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) runs for a two-point conversion against the Kansas City Chiefs during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Over the last three seasons, the New York Jets have rarely seen second-overall pick Zach Wilson play as well as he did Sunday night.
Against the defending Super Bowl champions, and the reigning league MVP, Wilson put forth his best overall game of his career. He went 28-39 passing for 245 yards and two scores. His tempo, timing, and footwork were aligned and it kept the Jets in a ballgame they once trailed 17-0.
It was the type of game that could give New York hope they could save their season even despite their 1-3 record.
“He understood what we were trying to accomplish within that game, the different plays that we had, the ways that we were trying to attack them, and he was unbelievably efficient. Whether it was throwing the ball down the field, making plays,” Jets offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett said of Wilson’s play. “He had one great check that ended being an explosive play. That’s very exciting for us to see that he was able to take advantage of it. So, you see him grow every game. I think that is what you are looking for, is just continuing to get better.”
Wilson’s play on the field is one reason for New York’s confidence in him as of late. It’s what he’s done off the field though that can show the fanbase that they have the right man leading the locker room…at least until Aaron Rodgers comes back.
After the Chiefs were able to make the winning plays necessary to beat the Jets by a 23-20 final, Wilson reportedly spoke in the locker room and apologized to the team for being the reason the team closed on Sunday Night. That personal responsibility was appreciated by the rest of the locker room and showed further maturity and growth from the young signal-caller.
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