- Mason Taylor
- #85
- Team NYJ
- Pos TE
- Status IRInjured Reserve
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Placed on injured reserve
The Jets placed Taylor (neck) on injured reserve Saturday.
Analysis: Taylor was already ruled out for Week 18 against the Bills, but the move corresponds with other moves the Jets made ahead of Sunday's regular-season finale. The rookie second-rounder ended up missing the final four games of the regular season due to a neck injury, but he should be healthy for the start of the 2026 campaign. Taylor will finish his first NFL season with 44 catches (on 65 targets) for 369 yards and one touchdown across 13 games.
Published: Sat, Jan 3 at 1:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play in Week 18
Coach Aaron Glenn said Friday that Taylor (neck) won't play in the Jets' season finale against the Bills.
Analysis: The same applies to Jelani Woods (hamstring), which leaves Jeremy Ruckert and Stone Smartt as the 3-13 Jets' top available tight ends this weekend. Taylor, who last played Week 14, thus finishes his rookie campaign with 44 catches for 369 yards and a TD (on 65 targets) in 13 regular-season contests. Looking ahead, the 2025 second-rounder should maintain his key role in New York's offense next season, but look for plenty of personnel changes this offseason in terms of the team's skill positions.
Published: Fri, Jan 2 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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Still not practicing
Taylor (neck) did not practice Thursday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Taylor appears an unlikely candidate to retake the field in time for New York's season finale against the Bills. The rookie tight end hasn't played since Week 14, and he's now missed back-to-back practices in advance of Sunday's road divisional matchup. If Taylor can't play this weekend, he will wrap his rookie campaign with 44 catches for 369 yards and one score across 13 regular-season appearances.
Published: Thu, Jan 1 at 12:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't practice Wednesday
Taylor (neck) will not practice Wednesday, Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Taylor hasn't played since Week 14. If the rookie tight end is unable to play in the Week 18 regular-season finale against the Bills, the Jets will once again roll with Jeremy Ruckert, Stone Smartt and Jelani Woods at tight end.
Published: Wed, Dec 31 at 9:55am by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Sunday
Taylor (neck) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Patriots.
Analysis: Taylor, who last saw game action Week 14, thus will target a potential return to action in the Jets' season finale next weekend when the team faces the Bills in Week 18. In Taylor's continued absence, Jeremy Ruckert, Stone Smartt and Jelani Woods will handle TE duties versus New England. During New York's Week 16 loss to New Orleans, Smartt was the busiest of the trio, catching all five of his targets for 34 yards, while Ruckert caught two of his three targets for 14 yards and Woods didn't…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 26 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as non-participant
Taylor (neck) is listed as a non-participant on Thursday's practice estimate, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Jets did not hold an official practice session Thursday, but Taylor is nonetheless certainly trending in the wrong direction for Week 17. He's already missed two straight games and was similarly unable to practice Wednesday. Taylor will have one more opportunity to retake the practice field ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Patriots.
Published: Thu, Dec 25 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Still not practicing
Taylor (neck) didn't practice Wednesday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Taylor has missed two straight games, and a DNP on Wednesday isn't a good sign as Sunday's contest against New England approaches. If he remains sidelined this weekend, Jeremy Ruckert, Stone Smartt and Jelani Woods would handle the Jets' Week 17 TE duties, as they did in the team's Week 16 loss to New Orleans, a game in which Smartt was the busiest of the trio, catching all five of his targets for 34 yards.
Published: Wed, Dec 24 at 3:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Missing second straight game
Taylor (neck) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Saints.
Analysis: Taylor will miss a second consecutive game, and he hasn't practiced during his absence. Newly extended Jeremy Ruckert will top the Jets' tight end depth chart in Sunday's battle between cellar-dwellers. Taylor's next chance to play will be Week 17 against the Patriots.
Published: Fri, Dec 19 at 12:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Fifth straight practice absence
Taylor (neck) remained a non-participant at Thursday's practice, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Taylor missed a fifth consecutive practice Thursday due to a neck injury, which kept him out of the Jets' Week 15 loss to Jacksonville. Barring a surprisingly abrupt recovery from Taylor, Jeremy Ruckert is set to continue filling in as the Jets' primary tight end Sunday against the Saints, with the latter fresh off signing a two-year extension.
Published: Thu, Dec 18 at 1:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as DNP
Taylor (neck) is listed as a non-participant for Wednesday's walk-through practice, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Taylor didn't participate last week and apparently wouldn't have practiced Wednesday if the Jets had held a normal session. It's not looking great for Sunday's game at New Orleans, potentially giving Jeremy Ruckert another chance to fill in as the starting tight end.
Published: Wed, Dec 17 at 1:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out for Week 15
Jets head coach Aaron Glenn ruled Taylor (neck) out for Sunday's game in Jacksonville.
Analysis: Taylor was unable to practice in any fashion this week and now will miss his first game of the season as he tends to the neck injury. The timing of the absence is a tough break for Taylor, who had recorded five catches for 51 yards -- his most since Week 5 -- on eight targets in this past Sunday's loss to the Dolphins. With Taylor sidelined this weekend, the Jets will likely turn to Jeremy Ruckert as their starting tight end.
Published: Fri, Dec 12 at 8:53am by Rotowire.com
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Another DNP on Thursday
Taylor (neck) remained a non-participant at Thursday's practice, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Taylor has missed the first two practices of Week 15 prep. He'll likely need to practice in some capacity Friday to have a chance to play Sunday at Jacksonville. Jeremy Ruckert would likely take on a larger role if Taylor sits out Sunday, with Stone Smartt (concussion) and Jelani Woods also possibly seeing more action.
Published: Thu, Dec 11 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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DNP due to neck injury Wednesday
Taylor (neck) didn't practice Wednesday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: This is a new injury for Taylor, who was the Jets' leading receiver with five catches for 51 yards in this past Sunday's loss to the Dolphins. The rookie second-round pick will have two more chances to increase his participation level ahead of Sunday's game against the Jaguars.
Published: Wed, Dec 10 at 1:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Leading receiver in Week 14 loss
Taylor caught five of eight targets for 51 yards in Sunday's 34-10 loss to the Dolphins.
Analysis: Taylor led the Jets in catches and receiving yards while tying John Metchie for the team lead in targets. Rookie quarterback Brady Cook showed a nice connection with Taylor after replacing the injured Tyrod Taylor (groin) in the first half, so the rookie tight end's fantasy outlook is unlikely to be significantly impacted regardless of whether Cook, Tyrod or Justin Fields (knee) starts at quarterback in Week 15 against a Jaguars defense that has struggled to defend tight ends.
Published: Sun, Dec 7 at 2:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Two catches in win
Taylor caught two of four targets for 21 yards in Sunday's 27-24 win over the Falcons.
Analysis: Taylor finished second on the team in receiving yards, though he was nowhere close to leading receiver Adonai Mitchell, who caught eight of 12 targets for 102 yards and a touchdown. The Jets don't generate much offense through the air, but Taylor reliably gets a few opportunities per game, as this was only the second time in the last six outings that the rookie second-round pick has been held short of three receptions. Up next for Taylor and the Jets is a Week 14 home game against the Dolphins.
Published: Sun, Nov 30 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Three catches with Tyrod at QB
Taylor caught three of five targets for 21 yards in Sunday's 23-10 loss to the Ravens.
Analysis: Taylor didn't see a significant change in production as the Jets benched Justin Fields in favor of Tyrod Taylor (no relation to Mason) at quarterback. Tyrod will likely remain the starter against the Falcons in Week 13. The Jets' rookie tight end has recorded at least three catches in four of the past five games, and that stretch includes Taylor's lone touchdown catch.
Published: Sun, Nov 23 at 3:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Four-catch night in loss
Taylor brought in all four targets for 30 yards in the Jets' 27-14 loss to the Patriots on Thursday night.
Analysis: Taylor put a one-reception effort against the Browns on Sunday behind him with Thursday's performance, his third mult-catch tally in the last four games. The rookie's talent is unquestioned, but his game-to-game production is still subject to the whims of QB Justin Fields' passing performances. As such, Taylor will remain an unpredictable fantasy option in a tough Week 12 road matchup against the Ravens.
Published: Thu, Nov 13 at 9:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Two targets in run-heavy win
Taylor caught one of two targets for four yards in Sunday's 27-20 win over the Browns.
Analysis: The only other Jets player with multiple targets in the game was Garrett Wilson (knee), who had three targets prior to exiting Sunday's win. Taylor has had an inconsistent rookie season, seeing two or fewer targets on four occasions and five or more targets five times. Given the Jets' lack of talent at wide receiver, Taylor could see a bump in volume if the Jets fall behind and pass more against the Patriots in Week 11.
Published: Mon, Nov 10 at 7:44am by Rotowire.com
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Catches game-winning TD in Week 8
Taylor (quadriceps) caught five of eight targets for 34 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 39-38 win over the Bengals.
Analysis: Taylor played through a quadriceps injury and led the Jets in targets. The first touchdown catch of his NFL career was a dramatic one, as running back Breece Hall found Taylor in the back of the end zone on a trick play for the game-winning score from four yards out just after the two-minute warning in the fourth quarter. The Jets could get some reinforcements at wide receiver if Garrett Wilson (knee) or Josh Reynolds (hip) can return after the team's Week 9 bye, but Taylor should remain…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 26 at 2:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Receives green light for Week 8
Taylor (quadriceps) is active for Sunday's game against the Bengals.
Analysis: Taylor wasn't included on the Jets' initial Week 8 injury report released Wednesday, but he then sat out Thursday's practice due to the quad issue before returning to the field Friday as a limited participant. The rookie appears to have made enough progress since Friday's session to give it a go Sunday, though it's possible that the Jets monitor his snaps closely if he's operating at less than 100 percent. Whenever he's on the field for passing downs, Taylor will likely rank as one of the top…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 26 at 8:35am by Rotowire.com
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Likely to play Sunday
Taylor (quadriceps), who has been deemed questionable for Sunday's game against the Bengals, is expected to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Taylor popped up on Thursday's injury report after missing practice due to the quad injury, but he practiced in a limited fashion Friday and now appears likely to give it a go Sunday, barring a setback. In that scenario, Taylor will again be trying to catch passes from Justin Fields, who will remain the team's starting quarterback for at least another week, perhaps partly as a result of backup Tyrod Taylor being ruled out due to a knee injury. Expect Taylor to rank as one of Fields' preferred…read more
Published: Sat, Oct 25 at 7:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable to face Bengals
Taylor (quadriceps) will be listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Eric Allen of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: Taylor is one of eight Jets listed as questionable, about whom head coach Aaron Glenn made the blanket statement, "I like the way those guys are trending." If Taylor's able to suit up Sunday after seemingly suffering a quadriceps injury in practice Wednesday, he would draw a favorable matchup against a Bengals defense that has been the most generous in the league to opposing tight ends. It remains to be seen if Justin Fields or Tyrod Taylor (knee) will get the nod under center for the Jets.
Published: Fri, Oct 24 at 9:07am by Rotowire.com
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DNP due to quad Thursday
Taylor (quadriceps) didn't practice Thursday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Cimini speculates that Taylor was presumably injured in Wednesday's practice, as Taylor didn't appear on Wednesday's injury report. Taylor's injury adds further uncertainty to a Jets offense that could be without top wide receiver Garrett Wilson (knee) and hasn't declared a starting quarterback between Justin Fields or Tyrod Taylor (knee) for Sunday's game against the Bengals. If the rookie tight end is unable to play Sunday, Jeremy Ruckert could see additional involvement against a Bengals…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 23 at 1:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Involved with Wilson absent
Taylor recorded three receptions on five targets for 31 yards in Sunday's 13-6 loss to the Panthers.
Analysis: Taylor stepped up as expected in the absence of Garrett Wilson (knee), though the quarterback play held back his stat line. He finished second on the team in targets behind Josh Reynolds despite not getting any looks until midway through the third quarter with Tyrod Taylor under center. Taylor has shown some promise in his rookie season, but it's difficult to trust any Jets pass catcher while Wilson is sidelined and the signal caller remains in flux.
Published: Sun, Oct 19 at 10:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Major downturn in loss
Taylor secured his only target for two yards in the Jets' 13-11 loss to the Broncos in London on Sunday.
Analysis: Just one week after posting a career-best 9-67-0 line on 12 targets, Taylor nearly pulled a complete disappearing act in Sunday's low-scoring loss. However, the rookie tight end was hardly the only Jets pass catcher to experience a forgettable afternoon, considering Justin Fields threw for just 45 yards and was sacked nine times. The Week 7 outlook for the entire offense is much brighter, however, as New York welcomes in the Panthers to MetLife Stadium for a Week 7 matchup next Sunday.
Published: Sun, Oct 12 at 10:23am by Rotowire.com
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Role continues to grow
Taylor caught nine of 12 targets for 67 yards in Sunday's 37-22 loss to the Cowboys. He also caught a two-point conversion.
Analysis: The rookie tight end led the Jets in catches and targets and was only four yards back of Garrett Wilson for the team lead in that category as well. Taylor is blossoming now that he's put an early-season ankle issue behind him, and over the last three games he's delivered an 18-150-0 line on 25 targets as he begins to establish himself as the team's No. 2 pass-catching option behind Wilson. Taylor will look for his first career touchdown in Week 6 against the Broncos.
Published: Sun, Oct 5 at 6:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready to play Sunday
Taylor (ankle) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Taylor's availability heading into Week 5 had been a bit of a question mark after he was a limited participant in practices Wednesday and Thursday, but he took every rep at Friday's session to erase any doubt about his ability to play through the ankle issue. The rookie second-round pick drew just three looks in the passing game through the first two weeks of the season, but he's seen his role increase over the past two contests, putting together a 9-83-0 receiving line on 13 targets in that…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 3 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Another limited listing
Taylor (ankle) was a limited participant at practice Thursday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Taylor was also listed as limited on Wednesday's practice estimate, so the tight end will likely need to practice fully Friday in order to avoid an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Cowboys. Following a slow start to his rookie season, Taylor has combined to catch nine of his 13 targets (for 83 yards) over the Jets' last two contests.
Published: Thu, Oct 2 at 1:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited at practice Wednesday
Taylor (ankle) was listed as limited on Wednesday's practice estimate, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Taylor now has two more chances to practice fully ahead of Sunday's game against the Cowboys. The 2025 second-rounder is coming off his best game of the season, a 5/65/0 effort on seven targets (while logging an 81 percent snap share) in the Jets' Week 4 loss to the Dolphins.
Published: Wed, Oct 1 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Post season highs on MNF
Taylor had five receptions (on seven targets) for 65 yards in Monday's 27-21 loss to the Dolphins.
Analysis: This was Taylor's finest game through four starts this season after he finished as the Jets' second-leading receiver behind Garrett Wilson. The 21-year-old Taylor has seen his target share increase on a weekly basis, finally culminating in a stat line that fantasy managers can get excited about. Perhaps Taylor can maintain this level of involvement against the Cowboys on Sunday as the Jets desperately search for a reliable No. 2 receiving option behind Wilson.
Published: Mon, Sep 29 at 8:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Four catches in Week 3 loss
Taylor caught four of six targets for 18 yards in Sunday's 29-27 loss to the Buccaneers.
Analysis: With Tyrod Taylor under center in place of Justin Fields (concussion), Taylor the tight end set new career highs in catches and targets in his third career NFL game, The rookie's longest gain went for only 10 yards, but it was still an encouraging increase in usage for the 2025 second-round pick. Fields could return in Week 4, but Taylor will look to build on the this performance regardless of who he's catching passes from in an AFC East battle against the Dolphins.
Published: Sun, Sep 21 at 3:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Another one-catch effort Week 2
Taylor (ankle) caught one of two targets for five yards in Sunday's 30-10 loss to the Bills.
Analysis: Taylor suited up after being listed as questionable due to an ankle injury and was one of six Jets to record at least one catch, as Justin Fields (concussion) and Tyrod Taylor combined for only 10 completions. One of Tyrod Taylor's seven connections was a five-yard touchdown pass to tight end Jeremy Ruckert. Mason Taylor has made just one catch in each of his first two games, but the Jets could lean on him and other pass catchers more if the run-reliant Fields misses time due to his concussion.
Published: Sun, Sep 14 at 6:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Active for Week 2
Taylor (ankle) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Bills.
Analysis: After not practicing Wednesday, Taylor was limited Thursday and then worked fully Friday before heading into the weekend listed as questionable. With his Week 2 availability confirmed, the rookie second-rounder -- who recorded an 88 percent snap share in his regular season debut versus Pittsburgh last Sunday - profiles as a hit-or-miss fantasy option for now after recording just one catch (on his only target) for 20 yards against the Steelers while working in tandem with Jeremy Ruckert (45…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 14 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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On track to play Sunday
Taylor (ankle) remains listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bills but is expected to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: After opening Week 2 prep as a non-participant Wednesday, Taylor practiced in a limited fashion Thursday and then took every rep at Friday's session, clearing up most of the lingering concern about his health heading into the weekend. Assuming the rookie tight end is formally cleared ahead of Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff, he should continue to play heavy snaps Week 2. Despite garnering an 88 percent snap share in the Jets' 34-32 loss to the Steelers in the season opener, Taylor didn't make much…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 14 at 4:57am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable after full practice
Taylor (ankle) logged a full practice Friday but is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bills, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Taylor seems more likely to play than not based on his positive trend in practice participation, as he didn't practice Wednesday before being limited Thursday and upgrading to all activity Friday. The rookie second-round pick already sits atop the depth chart at tight end, but if Taylor's limited or unavailable Sunday, the Jets would lean more heavily on some combination of Jeremy Ruckert, Stone Smartt and Jelani Woods.
Published: Fri, Sep 12 at 1:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited in practice Thursday
Taylor (ankle) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Taylor sprained his ankle in training camp and is dealing with an injury to the same ankle in the aftermath of a loss to the Steelers in his regular-season NFL debut. The rookie second-round pick was unable to practice Wednesday, so Thursday's limited showing is a step in the right direction. If Taylor sees a reduced workload after playing on 87 percent of offensive snaps Week 1, or sits out entirely, Sunday against the Bills, more opportunities could be available for Jeremy Ruckert, Stone…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 11 at 1:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Spotted at practice Thursday
Taylor (ankle) was present for Thursday's practice, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: After being deemed a non-participant Wednesday, Taylor's presence at the start of Thursday's session bodes well for the rookie tight end's chances of being available Sunday against the Bills. The Jets' upcoming injury report will reveal Taylor's participation level Thursday.
Published: Thu, Sep 11 at 9:47am by Rotowire.com
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Sits out practice Wednesday
Taylor (ankle) did not practice Wednesday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Taylor secured his only pass for 20 yards during the Jets' 34-32 loss to the Steelers in Week 1, but he sustained an ankle injury during the contest. While Cimini reports that Taylor moved well while working in the rehab area Wednesday, the rookie second-round pick will almost certainly need to return to practice as at least a limited participant Thursday and/or Friday in order to have a shot at suiting up for Sunday's game against the Bills.
Published: Wed, Sep 10 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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One catch in debut
Taylor caught his only target for 20 yards in Sunday's 34-32 loss to the Steelers.
Analysis: Taylor wasn't significantly involved as a pass catcher in his NFL debut, as Garrett Wilson was the only player to exceed 38 receiving yards for the Jets. Among the team's tight ends, Jeremy Ruckert had two catches for 16 yards. Taylor has substantial long-term upside, but the rookie second-round pick could face a learning curve out of the gate.
Published: Sun, Sep 7 at 7:03pm by Rotowire.com
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First connection with Fields
Taylor caught his only target for four yards in Saturday's 31-12 preseason loss to the Giants.
Analysis: Taylor saw his first NFL game action after sitting out the team's preseason opener due to an ankle injury. He caught a four-yard pass from Justin Fields on the Jets' first offensive play, accounting for the starting quarterback's only completion in two drives of action. The rookie tight end already has ascended to the top of the depth chart at his position.
Published: Sun, Aug 17 at 7:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice in full
Taylor (ankle) is participating in team drills Tuesday, Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Taylor was diagnosed with a high-ankle sprain last week, an injury with a recovery timetable usually in the range of multiple weeks, but the 2025 second-round pick already appears to be practicing in full. That's an extremely positive development for Taylor, who missed the Jets' preseason opener but could suit up for Saturday's exhibition game against the Giants. Taylor is already entrenched atop the depth chart at tight end, and New York's pass-catching corps has little in the way of…read more
Published: Tue, Aug 12 at 8:07am by Rotowire.com
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Diagnosed with high-ankle sprain
Taylor has a high-ankle sprain, Andy Vasquez of The Bergen Record reports.
Analysis: Jets coach Aaron Glenn informed reporters of the diagnosis Tuesday, after Taylor missed a second straight practice. Glenn didn't comment on the severity of the sprain, only saying that the rookie will be out for at least a week, per Rich Cimini of ESPN.com. A severe high-ankle sprain would threaten Taylor's availability for the early part of the regular season, forcing the Jets to rely on the likes of Jeremy Ruckert and Stone Smartt at tight end. Reports from the first week of training camp had…read more
Published: Tue, Aug 5 at 8:10am by Rotowire.com
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Sidelined by ankle injury Monday
Taylor (ankle) didn't practice Monday, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.
Analysis: Head coach Aaron Glenn will likely provide an update on Taylor's injury when Glenn speaks to reporters after Tuesday's practice if Taylor hasn't returned by then. Taylor has looked like the Jets' best tight end in training camp and is listed as the backup to Jeremy Ruckert on the unofficial depth chart the team released Sunday, though that may just be a matter of making the rookie second-round pick earn his starting spot in the preseason, which begins for the Jets with a road game in Green Bay…read more
Published: Mon, Aug 4 at 12:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely to start immediately
Taylor looks ready to start out of the gate and has been operating ahead of Jeremy Ruckert and Stone Smartt in training camp, Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Taylor has demonstrated good chemistry with quarterback Justin Fields and drawn praise from wide receiver Garrett Wilson for his playmaking ability. The rookie second-round pick's main competitors for snaps at tight end, Ruckert and Smartt, have combined for only one touchdown catch in 79 regular-season NFL games.
Published: Thu, Jul 31 at 11:01am by Rotowire.com
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Gets $9.6 million guaranteed
Taylor signed his four-year rookie contract with the Jets on Friday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Taylor's four-year, $10.5 million contract includes $9.6 million in guaranteed money. The Jets now have all their draft picks under contract, one day before rookies are set to report to training camp. Taylor, whom the Jets drafted 42nd overall in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft, will compete for the starting tight-end role against Jeremy Ruckert and Stone Smartt, who have one regular-season NFL touchdown between them.
Published: Fri, Jul 18 at 12:06pm by Rotowire.com
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