"Fields is averaging 59.3 rushing yards per game, more than some of the high-profile running backs in Jets history: More than Breece Hall's average in 2023 and 2024; more than Le'Veon Bell in 2019 (and Bell was paid $13 million per year); and more than Jets legend Matt Snell in the 1968 Super Bowl season. At his current pace, Fields will finish with 949 yards, almost tripling Geno Smith's team mark for most rushing yards by a quarterback in the Super Bowl era (366 in 2013)."
"Fields' signature play came last Monday night, his 43-yard touchdown scramble in which he reversed field, eluded four would-be tacklers and outran the rest of the Miami Dolphins' defense. Based on GPS tracking, he covered 86 yards and hit a max speed of 20 mph, according to Next Gen Stats. Tight end Jeremy Ruckert, who played with him at Ohio State, said it was "definitely the best one" he's seen from Fields."
Justin Fields is producing unprecedented rushing numbers for the New York Jets, averaging 59.3 rushing yards per game. His per-game average surpasses several notable Jets running backs and historical team figures. At his current pace, Fields projects to finish with roughly 949 rushing yards, nearly tripling the franchise single-season quarterback rushing mark in the Super Bowl era. Fields' 43-yard touchdown scramble featured an 86-yard GPS-tracked effort and a recorded top speed of 20 mph. Coaches and a former Ohio State teammate praised the play and highlighted Fields' rare combination of speed, elusiveness and game-changing mobility.
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