"Glenn was leaning toward Taylor early in the week, sources said. He declined to announce his starter, saying he wanted to use the uncertainty as a competitive advantage. Taylor, who said he took a helmet to the knee last week in relief of Fields, practiced all week on a limited basis, per the injury report. On Thursday, Taylor indicated that he felt well enough to play, but that he was still receiving treatment."
"On Friday, Taylor was listed as questionable. Glenn gave no indication that Taylor was in jeopardy is missing the game. He said all players listed as questionable were trending in a positive direction with regard to game availability. They split the practice reps, both players said. Taylor didn't make the trip to Cincinnati, meaning rookie Brady Cook will be the backup. This means the Jets (0-7), who have gone two games without a touchdown, must continue with Fields."
Tyrod Taylor was ruled out with a knee injury, clearing the way for Justin Fields to start Sunday against the Cincinnati Bengals with rookie Brady Cook as the backup. Glenn initially leaned toward Taylor and declined to name a starter, saying uncertainty could be a competitive advantage. Taylor said he took a helmet to the knee while relieving Fields, practiced on a limited basis, felt somewhat better on Thursday but remained in treatment and was listed as questionable on Friday. Taylor did not travel to Cincinnati. The Jets are 0-7 and have gone two games without a touchdown; Fields has faced recent struggles, including being pulled last Sunday.
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