New York Jets tackle Mekhi Becton (77) listens to coaches during practice at the NFL football team’s training facility, Friday, July 21, 2023, in Florham Park, N.J. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
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FLORHAM PARK — Another day at New York Jets practice, and a frustrating performance from the team’s top offensive line group.
Tuesday’s practice was more of the same over the last few weeks from the 1 Jets Drive. The defensive line has looked dominant while the offensive line has struggled to protect Aaron Rodgers for more than three seconds. It all came to a head in the morning session when, after being hit for another play, Rodgers gingerly walked off to the side limping and holding his calf.
Easy to forget that, less than 24 hours ago, the fanbase was celebrating the arrival of Dalvin Cook to the organization. Rodgers may be fine, but the seriousness of the offensive line concerns continues to grow.
New York’s offensive line troubles weren’t the only main takeaways from Tuesday’s practice though as always. Let’s get to the latest here.
Breece Hall Returns
The Jets are getting healthier right before the start of the regular season. Running back Brecee Hall returned to the practice field in a limited role after being taken off the PUP list Tuesday morning. He participated in individual drills for the running back group but did not partake in any team sessions.
After practice, the superstar standout stated that he feels he’s ready to go for Week 1 but doesn’t want to put a timeline on anything or rush his recovery back.
New York, of course, is still excited about the addition of a four-time Pro Bowl running back in Dalvin Cook but the Jets running back room is more focused on preparing for the start of the regular season than anything else.
Further Injury Update
A big reason for the Jets’ starting offensive line troubles could be that their best offensive linemen were not at practice Tuesday. Alijah Vera-Tucker did not…
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