Fantasy Player Profile
@BUF: #3 vs opposing QB - 12.52 FPA
| Passing | Rushing | Fum | Fantasy | |||||
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| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Int | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | BUF, | 175 | 1 | - | - | - | - | 13.00 |
| 2 | CLE, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 3 | @NE, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 4 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 5 | @PHI, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 6 | DAL, | 338 | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | - | 19.62 |
| 7 | NE, | 86 | - | 4 | -1 | - | 1 | -6.66 |
| 8 | @JAX, | 218 | 2 | 3 | -1 | - | - | 12.62 |
| 9 | @MIA, | 260 | 1 | 1 | 1 | - | - | 12.50 |
| 10 | NYG, | 230 | 1 | - | 25 | 1 | - | 21.70 |
| 11 | @WAS, | 293 | 4 | 1 | -3 | - | - | 25.42 |
| 12 | OAK, | 315 | 2 | - | 16 | 1 | - | 28.20 |
| 13 | @CIN, | 239 | - | - | 9 | - | - | 10.46 |
| 14 | MIA, | 270 | 2 | 1 | 3 | - | - | 17.10 |
| 15 | @BAL, | 218 | 2 | 1 | 11 | - | 1 | 15.82 |
| 16 | PIT, | 183 | 1 | - | 3 | - | 1 | 9.62 |
| 17 | @BUF, | 199 | 1 | 1 | -2 | - | - | 9.76 |
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Strong second half of second season
Darnold completed 23 of 36 passes for 199 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Sunday's 13-6 win over Buffalo. He also finished with minus-2 yards on three rushing attempts.
Analysis: Darnold broke a 3-3 tie with a one-yard touchdown to Jamison Crowder early in the fourth quarter, bringing his season TD:INT to 19:13. The second-year quarterback also cleared the 3,000-yard mark, finishing with 3,024 passing yards despite missing three games due to mononucleosis. Darnold showed excellent progress in the second half of the season, leading the Jets to a 6-2 record down the stretch while compiling a 13:4 TD:INT over those final eight games. The third overall selection from the…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Early TD enough in low-scoring win
Darnold completed 16 of 26 passes for 183 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 16-10 win over Pittsburgh. He added three yards on four carries and committed three fumbles, losing one.
Analysis: Darnold capped the opening drive with a 23-yard touchdown pass to Robby Anderson, but the second-year quarterback went quiet after that in what turned into a defensive battle. His lost fumble in the final minute of the first half was a costly one, as Pittsburgh turned it into a touchdown three plays later. Darnold has compiled an 18:12 TD:INT in 12 games played heading into the Week 17 season finale in Buffalo.
Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 2:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Pair of TDs in defeat
Darnold completed 18 of 32 passes for 218 yards with two touchdowns and one interception in the Jets' 42-21 loss to the Ravens on Thursday. He also rushed once for 11 yards and lost a fumble.
Analysis: Darnold put together a serviceable fantasy night while playing under less-than-ideal circumstances against an aggressive Ravens defense. The second-year quarterback's two turnovers certainly didn't help the Jets' cause in a game in which they already faced long odds, but from a fantasy perspective, Darnold's fourth multi-touchdown effort over the last five games certainly had to please managers who rostered him in their playoff contests. Darnold will look to continue putting together a strong…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 12 at 9:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Does just enough to beat Miami
Darnold completed 20 of 36 passes for 270 yards, two touchdowns and an interception in Sunday's 22-21 win over Miami. He added three carries for three yards.
Analysis: Darnold threw a 26-yard touchdown to Robby Anderson and a 14-yarder to Demaryius Thomas, both in the second quarter. He also drove the offense down the field for a game-winning field goal as time expired, taking over down 21-19 with 1:33 to go. The second-year quarterback has compiled an 8:2 TD:INT against subpar competition over the past four weeks, but the opponent difficulty will rise dramatically in Week 15, as the Jets have a quick turnaround Thursday in Baltimore.
Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 3:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Practices fully
Darnold (knee/thumb) practiced fully Wednesday.
Analysis: Darnold is a little banged up in advance of Sunday's game against the 3-9 Dolphins, but his full practice participation Wednesday signals that his Week 14 status isn't in doubt. The quarterback -- who had built up some positive momentum in Weeks 11 and 12 -- will thus look to bounce back from his 239-yard, zero-touchdown effort in last weekend's 22-6 loss to the previously winless Bengals,
Published: Wed, Dec 4 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with pair of injuries
Darnold emerged from Sunday's 22-6 loss at Cincinnati with a knee injury and bruised ribs, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.
Analysis: Darnold incurred four sacks and nine quarterback hits en route to 28-for-48 passing, 239 yards, no touchdowns and no interceptions. Near the end of the contest, he was seen with a visible limp, which he chalked up as a foot injury, per Olivia Landis of the Jets' official site. Coach Adam Gase clarified Darnold's health concerns Monday but also stated he expects the second-year signal-caller to be "fine." Wednesday's injury report will reveal how much Darnold was able to practice to kick off…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 11:29am by Rotowire.com
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Momentum stunted in loss
Darnold completed 28 of 48 passes for 239 yards without a touchdown or turnover in Sunday's 22-6 loss to Cincinnati. He added nine yards on two rushing attempts.
Analysis: Darnold played better than his numbers showed, but the Jets were plagued by key drops throughout this one, including one by Robby Anderson in the end zone. Nonetheless, this is a major letdown for the second-year quarterback after he had built up momentum with a 6:1 TD:INT and a rushing touchdown over the previous two games. Darnold was limping late in the game but said his foot got stepped on and that he'll be fine moving forward. Given his recent ups and downs, Darnold will be a low-floor,…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 2:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Back-to-back stellar showings
Darnold completed 20 of 29 passes for 315 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 34-3 win over the Raiders. He also rushed four times for 16 yards and a touchdown.
Analysis: For the second time in three games, Darnold kept the ball on an option play near the goal line for a rushing score, with this one coming from four yards out in the second quarter. His first pass of the second half went 69 yards to Braxton Berrios, and Darnold tossed a one-yard touchdown to Ryan Griffin on the next play before adding another one-yard touchdown to Robby Anderson to cap the following drive. With 608 yards and a 6:1 TD:INT through the air plus a rushing score in the past two weeks,…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 3:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Throws four touchdowns
Darnold completed 19 of 30 passes for 293 yards, four touchdowns and one interception in Week 11 against the Redskins.
Analysis: Darnold worked very efficiently, needing only 30 pass attempts to post his highest-yardage total since Week 6. He also hit on four touchdowns from 20, six, 16 and 19 yards to post a single-game, career-best mark. Though positive matchups may explain much of his production, Darnold has now completed 65 of 99 attempts for 783 yards, six touchdowns and two interceptions across his last three contests. He'll look to keep things going with another exploitable opponent as the Jets take on Oakland in…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 5:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Turnover-free in win
Darnold completed 19 of 30 passes for 230 yards and a touchdown while adding 25 yards and another score on three rushing attempts in Sunday's 34-27 win over the Giants.
Analysis: Darnold opened the scoring with a two-yard rushing touchdown, keeping the ball on an option play as the Jets unveiled a previously unused wrinkle to their offense. The second-year quarterback isn't much of a factor on the ground, but he could boost his fantasy value by calling his own number more often near the goal line, as this was only Darnold's second career rushing score. He added a 23-yard touchdown pass to Jamison Crowder later in the first quarter. Most importantly, Darnold finished…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Struggles continue in Miami
Darnold completed 27 of 39 passes for 260 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Sunday's 26-18 loss to the Dolphins. He added one yard on two rushing attempts.
Analysis: Darnold came out of the gate hot and then fizzled out for a second straight week. He capped the opening drive with a 12-yard touchdown pass to Jamison Crowder and appeared to throw a two-yard touchdown to tight end Ryan Griffin late in the first half, but the play was controversially taken off the board on replay, and Darnold was picked off on the ensuing play. Darnold has been part of the problem in New York's 1-7 start, and his carelessness in the red zone has been particularly worrisome.…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 1:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to play
Darnold (thumb) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Miami, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Darnold was a full practice participant from Wednesday through Friday, paving the way for him to play in an optimal matchup this weekend against the winless Dolphins. Coach Adam Gase mentioned that this thumb injury could bother Darnold for the rest of the year, but a sprain on his non-throwing hand won't keep the quarterback out of action.
Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 3:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Not limited by thumb injury
Darnold (left thumb) will be a full practice participant Wednesday, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.
Analysis: Darnold sprained the thumb on his non-throwing hand during Sunday's 29-15 loss to Jacksonville, but he never left the game and isn't expected to miss time going forward. However, coach Adam Gase acknowledged Monday that the injury may bother Darnold for the rest of the season.
Published: Wed, Oct 30 at 8:23am by Rotowire.com
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Sprains thumb Sunday
Darnold sprained his left thumb during Sunday's 29-15 loss at Jacksonville, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports. "This is one of those things that's going to bother him all year, but he's going to play through this," coach Adam Gase said.
Analysis: Since missing three games due to mononucleosis, Darnold has been all over the place, production-wise, going for 338, 86 and 218 passing yards the past three contests. Fueled by a four-interception performance Week 7 against the Pats, he has a 4:8 TD:INT during that stretch. In the midst of Sunday's game, he was seen with his left thumb wrapped, which since has been diagnosed as a sprain. While the injury may impact his practice reps, Darnold will continue to be under center for the Jets, if…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 28 at 11:25am by Rotowire.com
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Picked off three times in loss
Darnold completed 21 of 30 passes for 218 yards, two touchdowns and three interceptions in Sunday's 29-15 loss to the Jaguars. He also threw a two-point conversion and lost a yard on his lone rushing attempt.
Analysis: Darnold's first two drives were a mixed bag, as he opened with a 24-yard touchdown to Ryan Griffin but was intercepted on the next possession. He found Griffin again for a three-yard score early in the fourth, adding a two-point conversion to the tight end to bring his team back within a touchdown, but Darnold proceeded to throw interceptions on New York's next two possessions. This wasn't a pretty effort, but in fairness to Darnold, his offensive line was manhandled by Jacksonville's superb…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 3:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs full practice
Darnold (toe) practiced fully Thursday.
Analysis: Per Rich Cimini of ESPN.com, Darnold relayed that he's feeling fine after having a toenail on his left foot removed earlier in the week and his return to a full practice session Thursday removes any doubt about the QB's Week 8 availability. Darnold will now look to engineer a bounce-back effort Sunday against the Jaguars, after a horrid performance in this past Monday's 33-0 loss to the Patriots.
Published: Thu, Oct 24 at 2:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Downplays toenail issue
Darnold said after Thursday's practice that he's feeling fine after having a toenail on his left foot removed earlier in the week and indicated he's in no danger of missing Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Though Darnold said he experienced no restrictions as a result of the toenail, he's still expected to be listed as a limited participant on Thursday's practice report. Darnold should step up his activity at Friday's session, firmly erasing any concern about his Week 8 availability in the process.
Published: Thu, Oct 24 at 1:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited Thursday
Darnold (toe) will be a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Darnold was able to participate in individual drills Wednesday, despite officially being listed as a non-participant on the injury report. The quarterback is clearly hampered by having a toenail removed after Monday's blowout loss to the Patriots, but it would still be fairly surprising at this point if Darnold was forced to miss any game action because of it.
Published: Thu, Oct 24 at 8:03am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as non-participant
Darnold (toe) was listed as a non-participant at Wednesday's practice, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: Coach Adam Gase previously noted that Darnold would participate in individual and 7-on-7 drills Wednesday, but the QB evidently was held out of team drills and thus given the 'DNP' designation. Per Ethan B. Greenberg of the Jets' official site, the QB had a toenail removed after Monday's 33-0 loss to the Patriots, but he should be fine for this weekend's tilt against the Jaguars. Darnold's Week 7 effort was highly forgettable to say the least, so he'll now look to recover from his toe issue in…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 23 at 3:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Able to do individual drills
Darnold (toe) will be limited to individual drills Wednesday, Connor Hughes of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Darnold had a toenail removed following Monday's 33-0 loss to the Patriots, adding injury to insult in the aftermath of an 86-yard, four-pick performance. He'll open Week 8 as a limited practice participant, but he's still seemingly on track to get the start Sunday in Jacksonville.
Published: Wed, Oct 23 at 8:13am by Rotowire.com
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Gets toenail removed after MNF loss
Coach Adam Gase said Darnold had a toenail removed following Monday's loss to the Patriots, Ethan B. Greenberg of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: According to Gase, Darnold "should be fine" for the Jets' Week 8 game against the Jaguars, though it wouldn't be surprising if the quarterback's practice time was more limited than usual leading up to the contest. Rather than the toe issue, Darnold's main focus for his Week 8 prep will likely be in improving his mechanics and footwork after a wretched performance versus New England. Darnold looked entirely uncomfortable in the pocket in Monday's loss, completing only 11 of 32 attempts for 86…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 22 at 9:33am by Rotowire.com
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Dreadful in demoralizing defeat
Darnold completed 11 of 32 passes for 86 yards, no touchdowns and four interceptions in Monday night's 33-0 loss to the Patriots. He also was sacked once and lost a fumble.
Analysis: Darnold was downright spooked by the vaunted Patriots defense, committing a ghastly three turnovers on his first four drives. He then emerged from halftime to immediately throw another interception, and after being forced into a safety on the Jets' next possession, the second-year QB was picked off again on his subsequent series. Although he was missing starters along his offensive line, Darnold constantly panicked under pressure, floating passes without setting his feet. His objectively…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 21 at 9:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Looks sharp in return
Darnold completed 23 of 32 passes for 338 yards, two touchdowns and an interception in Sunday's 24-22 win over the Cowboys.
Analysis: Darnold added five carries for one yard, including three kneel-downs at the end of the game. His return from a three-game absence proved crucial for Robby Anderson, who had season highs for targets (eight), catches (five) and yards (125), with his first TD of the year coming from 92 yards out -- the longest pass play in the NFL in 2019. Jamison Crowder also had a big day, catching six of nine targets for 98 yards. Darnold gets a bigger challenge Week 7, with the Jets playing host to the…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 6:58am by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to start Week 6
Darnold (illness) has received full medical clearance to resume playing and will start Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Eric Allen of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: The Jets had been optimistic that Darnold would be ready to go this past weekend for their eventual loss to the Eagles, but the quarterback ended up missing a third straight game after the team's medical staff ruled that he was at too much risk to play in the contest. With Darnold having since regained stamina following his bout with mononucleosis and earning clearance from doctors, he should take all the first-team reps in practice this week as he prepares for his first action since the…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 8 at 9:01am by Rotowire.com
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Undergoing testing Tuesday
Darnold (illness) will undergo testing Tuesday to help determine his status for Week 6, Ethan B. Greenberg of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: Coach Adam Gase said the young quarterback will start Sunday's game against the Cowboys if he's medically cleared. Darnold took first-team reps last week and appeared on track to play, but he was ultimately ruled out after undergoing tests Friday that deemed it was too risky to play. The Jets have managed only 23 points over the last three games with Darnold sidelined.
Published: Mon, Oct 7 at 11:32am by Rotowire.com
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Will not return this week
Darnold (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Eagles.
Analysis: Darnold took first-team reps this week and had a chance to return to action Sunday, but he expressed concern about playing if he was not deemed 100 percent. After Darnold underwent exams performed by the Jets' medical staff earlier Friday, it was determined he's still at too much risk to play, according to Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York. Given that Darnold seemed close to playing Sunday, his chances of returning to action in Week 6 against the Cowboys will be even better with an…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 4 at 7:48am by Rotowire.com
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Still limited, tests coming Friday
Darnold (illness) remained limited at practice Thursday, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.
Analysis: Per Rich Cimini of ESPN.com, Darnold felt good after taking first-team reps and hopes to gain clearance to play Sunday against the Eagles. To that end, the quarterback is slated to take "final medical tests" Friday, which entails a sonogram as well as a blood test. The results of the tests will be the determining factor with regard to Darnold's Week 5 status. If he does play, Cimini relays that the signal caller has been fitted for a special pad to protect his spleen.
Published: Thu, Oct 3 at 1:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice
Darnold (illness) was officially listed as a limited practice participant Wednesday.
Analysis: Per Randy Lange of the team's official site, Darnold's effort during Wednesday's non-contact context caught the eye of both Jamison Crowder and Robby Anderson, a pair of the QB's key targets. "I thought he looked pretty good," Crowder noted, with Anderson adding "he looks like he's good. He's confident." While Wednesday's practice is a good start, ESPN's Rich Cimini relays that Darnold still isn't considered a lock to play Sunday against the Eagles, with a determination on that front not likely…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 2 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared for limited practice
Darnold (illness) will return to practice Wednesday and increase his cardio activity, Connor Hughes of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Although he hasn't been cleared for contact, Darnold is taking a major step forward as he works his way back from mononucleosis, an illness that often causes fatigue even after other symptoms have diminished. Per Hughes coach Adam Gase said the Jets could wait until early Sunday to make a final decision on Darnold's availability for their 1 p.m. EDT game in Philadelphia. The quarterback presumably will be listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's injury report.
Published: Wed, Oct 2 at 8:11am by Rotowire.com
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Cleared for non-contact drills
Coach Adam Gase relayed Monday that Darnold (illness) has been cleared for non-contact drills and is ready to resume throwing, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.
Analysis: While that's a step in the right direction for Darnold, who has been dealing with a case of mononucleosis, Gase acknowledged that it's still a "question mark" with regard to the QB's chances of playing Sunday against the Eagles. Per Costello, Darnold is pressing to play Week 5, but if he isn't cleared to play this weekend, Luke Falk would be in line to draw another start at QB for the Jets.
Published: Mon, Sep 30 at 9:44am by Rotowire.com
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Slated for tests Monday
Darnold, who has been dealing with a case of mononucleosis, is slated to undergo tests on his spleen Monday, Chris Mortensen of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Per the report, if the test results are favorable, the QB can resume practicing and working out. If that's the case, Darnold, whose physical activity has been limited through his recovery, will have a chance to return to action as soon as Week 5's contest against the Eagles.
Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 7:38am by Rotowire.com
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On track for Week 5
Darnold (illness) said Monday that he'll begin light cardio during the Jets' bye week with the hope of returning to action for the team's Week 5 game Oct. 6 in Philadelphia, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Darnold continues to notice gradual improvement since coming down with a case of mononucleosis nearly two week ago, but the quarterback has yet to receive full medical clearance while he contends with an enlarged spleen as a result of the illness. Assuming things improve on that front in the next few days, Darnold will undergo follow-up tests early next week before potentially returning to practice coming out of the bye. Luke Falk drew his first career start in Sunday's loss to the Patriots and…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 23 at 11:49am by Rotowire.com
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Expects to be ready in Week 5
Darnold (mono) has "full confidence" he will be ready to play in Week 5 against the Eagles, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Darnold won't travel to New England for Sunday's game against the Patriots, but the QB aims to be cleared to do some light running during the Jets' Week 4 bye. The report adds that Darnold confirmed Wednesday that his spleen remains enlarged at this stage. However, he apparently may only have to miss one more game if all goes as hoped. In his absence, Luke Falk will be the team's starting QB in Week 3.
Published: Wed, Sep 18 at 1:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Could play Week 5
Coach Adam Gase said Darnold (illness) could return as soon as Week 5 against the Eagles, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Gase's comments align with what the quarterback said about his own situation Tuesday, per Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News. Recovery timelines from mononucleosis can be volatile, but at the very least, Darnold seems to feel better than he did last week. With the Jets on bye in Week 4, there's some hope the quarterback will end up missing just two games. Luke Falk will get the start Sunday in New England, with the Jets signing David Fales on Wednesday to take on the backup role.
Published: Wed, Sep 18 at 9:04am by Rotowire.com
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Making progress
Coach Adam Gase said Tuesday that Darnold (illness) is "feeling better" and was welcomed back to the Jets' facility, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The fact that Darnold is no longer being quarantined suggests he's trending in the right direction in his recovery from mononucleosis. The Jets are optimistic that doctors will soon clear Darnold to resume physical activity, but he remains out indefinitely and won't be available to play in the team's upcoming game Sunday against the Patriots. After Trevor Siemian (ankle) suffered a season-ending ankle injury in the Week 2 loss, the Jets will turn to their third starting quarterback in as many…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 17 at 11:23am by Rotowire.com
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Could play as soon as Week 5
Darnold (illness) remains quarantined while battling mononucleosis, but the Jets haven't ruled him out from returning as soon as Week 5 against the Eagles, Chris Mortensen of ESPN reports.
Analysis: According to Mortensen, Darnold is "already feeling better" since word of his illness first surfaced Wednesday, and the quarterback will undergo more scans on his spleen over the next three weeks as the Jets look to ensure he's trending in the right direction on the health front. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported earlier Sunday that the Jets are eyeing a 3-to-7-week recovery for Darnold, with Mortensen's nugget offering some optimism that the signal-caller will push toward the short end of…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 9:05am by Rotowire.com
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Will be out 3-to-7 weeks
Darnold's recovery from mononucleosis will last anywhere from 3-to-7 weeks, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Bouts with mono must be taken case by case, so Rapoport's comments more or less are in line with such an illness. As the face of the Jets franchise, Darnold won't be put in harm's way until he's deemed able to take contact due the potential for his spleen to rupture. While he recovers, the offense will be directed by Trevor Siemian.
Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 6:58am by Rotowire.com
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IR not being considered
Coach Adam Gase said Friday morning that Darnold (illness) is not a candidate for injured reserve, Connor Hughes of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: It's still not clear exactly how long Darnold will be out, but keeping him off IR signals that the Jets expect him to miss fewer than eight weeks. Fantasy players and Jets fans are no doubt hoping he will be back well before that, but with a Week 4 bye on the horizon, it seems likely he won't be back on the field again until Week 5 at the earliest.
Published: Fri, Sep 13 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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Multi-week absence likely, per Gase
Coach Adam Gase acknowledged Thursday that Darnold (mono) will probably miss multiple weeks, ESPN's Rich Cimini reports. "Looks like it," Gase noted with regard to the possibility that his top QB would miss more than one contest. "Good thing we've got an early bye week."
Analysis: With that in mind, given that the Jets' bye is in Week 4, Darnold could potentially target a return to action in Week 5 against the Eagles. While he's out, Trevor Siemian will fill in at QB for the Jets, with Luke Falk set to serve as the team's No. 2 option at the position. In addition to being without Darnold for an indefinite spell, the Jets offense has already lost starting wideout Quincy Enunwa to a season-ending neck issue, while top running back Le'Veon Bell is dealing with a shoulder…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 12 at 9:32am by Rotowire.com
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Facing multi-week absence
Darnold (illness), who has already been ruled out for Monday's game against the Browns, is expected to miss multiple weeks, Al Iannazzone of Newsday reports.
Analysis: With mononucleosis, not only is Darnold dealing with drastic weight loss and exhaustion, but the quarterback's health is put at a very high risk should he get hit in the spleen. With that, it looks like the quarterback is on track to miss at least a couple of games while nursing the illness. Fortunately for the Jets, they have a bye in Week 4, giving Darnold extra time to rest without missing any game time. Trevor Siemian will operate as the starting quarterback for as long as Darnold is out…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 12 at 7:51am by Rotowire.com
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Out for Week 2 with mono
Darnold has been diagnosed with mononucleosis and will not play in Monday's game against the Browns, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.
Analysis: Darnold missed Wednesday's practice with what was originally believed to be strep throat, but further testing has revealed that the second-year quarterback is suffering from mono. The timetable for a return is fairly unpredictable, as not only is Darnold likely suffering from extreme exhaustion, but head coach Adam Gase has said that he has already lost a considerable amount of weight. Consider Darnold week-to-week for now, but in his absence, Trevor Siemian will take over as the team's starter…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 12 at 7:36am by Rotowire.com
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Feeling ill
Darnold won't practice Wednesday due to an illness, Ethan B. Greenberg of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: Per Greenberg, coach Adam Gase said Darnold was sent home from the Jets' facility after dealing with strep throat, but the team believes the quarterback will be ready to go by the time Monday's game against the Browns arrives. Darnold had a lackluster showing in the Jets' 17-16 loss to the Bills in Week 1, completing 28 of his 41 passes for only 4.3 yards per attempt and one touchdown.
Published: Wed, Sep 11 at 7:52am by Rotowire.com
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Quiet outside one strong drive
Darnold completed 28 of 41 passes for 175 yards and a touchdown while rushing once for no gain in Sunday's 17-16 loss to the Bills. He also threw a two-point conversion pass and fumbled once, although it was recovered by the Jets.
Analysis: Darnold was quiet outside of a scoring drive in the third quarter. On that drive, he had a touchdown pass to Ryan Griffin called back, but he rebounded with a nine-yard score to Le'Veon Bell and then hit the running back again for a two-point conversion after extending the play with his legs. The second-year quarterback also showed excellent chemistry with offseason addition Jamison Crowder -- the pair linked up 14 times for 99 yards -- but he couldn't get much going with any other receivers as…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 2:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Tosses TD in third preseason game
Darnold completed eight of 13 passes for 97 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 28-13 preseason loss to the Saints.
Analysis: Darnold played deep into the second quarter. He finished his night on a high note, floating a perfect touch pass to Ty Montgomery for a two-yard touchdown after connecting with Robby Anderson on a 41-yard deep ball earlier in the drive. The second-year quarterback took a few drives to get going in this one but has looked sharp throughout the exhibition slate. Now it's up to Darnold to carry that level into the regular season.
Published: Sat, Aug 24 at 10:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Primed for extended snaps
Coach Adam Gase said Darnold and other starters will play into the third quarter during Saturday's preseason game against New Orleans, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.
Analysis: That doesn't include Le'Veon Bell, who was held out for the first two weeks and isn't likely to see more than a few snaps, if any, come Saturday night. Darnold has been sharp in two preseason games, completing nine of 12 passes for 114 yards and a touchdown.
Published: Tue, Aug 20 at 8:00am by Rotowire.com
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Starts hot in Atlanta
Darnold played the first three drives of Thursday's 22-10 win over the Falcons in Week 2 of the Jets' preseason slate, completing five of seven passes for 46 yards and adding a three-yard run on his only carry.
Analysis: Darnold led the offense to a one-yard Ty Montgomery rushing touchdown on the opening drive, then failed to get much going in the rest of his action. The No. 3 overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft looks comfortable running the offense and showed nice chemistry with wide receivers Quincy Enunwa and Robby Anderson in this one, so Darnold continues to give Jets fans reasons for optimism heading into his second NFL season.
Published: Thu, Aug 15 at 8:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads TD drive against G-Men
Darnold played one series in Thursday's preseason opener against the Giants, completing four of five passes for 68 yards and a touchdown.
Analysis: Darnold's first throw was nearly intercepted, but he was perfect thereafter, converting a pair of third downs and capping the drive with a three-yard touchdown pass to offseason acquisition Jamison Crowder. The second-year quarterback has reportedly increased his arm strength by working on his hips during the offseason, but it remains to be seen how much of an effect that has on his performance. This was a promising start, though.
Published: Thu, Aug 8 at 8:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Starting preseason opener
Darnold will start Thursday's preseason game versus the Giants, Dianna Russini of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Darnold likely won't play more than a series or two, but he'll at least get his feet wet in a game for the first time since the 2018 season finale. The Jets are holding out both Le'Veon Bell and holdover Bilal Powell, so we'll have to wait another week to see Darnold with his new-look backfield.
Published: Thu, Aug 8 at 3:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Struggles during minicamp
Darnold and the Jets offense struggled during June minicamp, though dropped passes were part of the problem, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: Darnold's work throughout the offseason program has mostly drawn praise from the media, but it sounds like the Gang Green defense got the best of the offense in the final few practices before training camp. In addition to learning a new scheme from coach Adam Gase, the 22-year-old quarterback is trying to get comfortable with offseason acquisitions Le'Veon Bell and Jamison Crowder. The Jets have a well-balanced group of pass catchers, though tight end could be a weak spot early in the season…read more
Published: Fri, Jun 14 at 12:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Pumped to work with Gase
Darnold is excited to work with new head coach Adam Gase, Al Iannazzone of Newsday reports. "I think the stuff that coach Gase does is amazing," Darnold said. "The scheme that he's able to create and to be able to put the defense in uncomfortable positions, which he does a lot, I think it is awesome and shows a lot about his creativity and his offensive mind."
Analysis: The 40-year-old Gase will stay in the AFC East after producing a 23-25 record in three seasons as head coach of the Dolphins, with his offenses finishing in the bottom half of the league for both points and yards each season. The statistics don't provide much cause for optimism, but it can easily be argued Gase overachieved in winning 7.7 games per season with some brutal rosters that were further weakened by Ryan Tannehill's injuries (24 missed games). The current collection of talent isn't…read more
Published: Fri, Feb 1 at 11:26am by Rotowire.com
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Caps rookie season with loss
Darnold completed 16 of 28 passes for 167 yards while adding a 28-yard carry and losing a fumble in Sunday's 38-3 loss to New England. He finishes the season with 2,865 passing yards and a 17:15 touchdown to interception ratio.
Analysis: Darnold ends his up-and-down rookie season on a down note, though the 28-yard rush was the longest of his career. He should undoubtedly return as the Jets' starting quarterback next season, and the team has oodles of cap space and a high draft pick to surround Darnold with more talent, as the poor play around him noticeably took a toll on the third overall pick's numbers.
Published: Sun, Dec 30 at 2:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Career game wasted by poor defense
Darnold completed 24 of 35 passes for 341 yards and three touchdowns while rushing three times for four yards in Sunday's 44-38 overtime loss to the Packers.
Analysis: Darnold extended wide receiver Robby Anderson's touchdown streak to three games with a 33-yard connection in the second quarter, then added a five-yard score to Chris Herndon and a 20-yarder to Elijah McGuire, both in the third. Unfortunately for the rookie third overall selection, this career-high performance in the passing yards category was wasted by New York's undisciplined defense, as the Jets' 16 penalties for 172 yards helped keep the Packers in the game and spurred Green Bay's 24-3 run…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 23 at 2:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Comeback bid falls short
Darnold completed 24 of 38 passes for 253 yards and two touchdowns while rushing six times for 35 yards in Saturday's 29-22 loss to the Texans.
Analysis: Darnold led the Jets to a 22-19 lead with five minutes left in the game, but the defense gave back the lead and the young quarterback was unable to put together another scoring drive. It's only the third time this season Darnold hasn't thrown an interception and he looked quite poised despite Elijah McGuire and Trenton Cannon struggling on the ground with 25 carries for 55 yards. Additionally, the rookie quarterback didn't appear to show any ill affects from the sprained right foot that plagued…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 15 at 6:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs full practice
Darnold (foot) was a full participant in Tuesday's practice, Darryl Slater of NJ.com reports.
Analysis: After missing three straight games with a sprained right foot, Darnold practiced fully throughout last week and gained clearance to start Sunday against the Bills. He departed in the first half after aggravating the injury, but re-entered the contest and helped guide the Jets to a 27-23 comeback victory. According to Rich Cimini of ESPN.com, Darnold split first-team reps with Josh McCown in the portion of Tuesday's practice open to the media, but the full participation listing suggests the…read more
Published: Tue, Dec 11 at 12:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Expects to play Saturday
Darnold (foot) and coach Todd Bowles both expect the quarterback to be fine for Saturday's game against the Texans, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Bowles said the injury to Darnold's right foot is different from the issue that caused a three-game absence, but it's hard to imagine they aren't related in any way. Regardless, the rookie missed just one drive during Sunday's game in Buffalo, ultimately leading the Jets to 14 points in the fourth quarter to secure a 27-23 win. While he doesn't expect to miss any more time, Darnold likely will have a spot on the team's Week 15 injury report.
Published: Mon, Dec 10 at 11:39am by Rotowire.com
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Toughs out injury in comeback win
Darnold completed 16 of 24 passes for 170 yards, a touchdown and an interception in Sunday's 27-23 win over Buffalo. He also rushed for 10 yards on four carries.
Analysis: Darnold only threw six passes in the first half, completing four for 41 yards. He limped off to the locker room and didn't play on New York's second drive after rushing for nine yards on third-and-10 prior to a punt on the first, but Darnold was able to return for the Jets' third possession and beyond. His touchdown was a 7-yarder to Robby Anderson, and Darnold found Anderson for a 37-yard gain down the sideline inside of two minutes left to set up Elijah McGuire's game-winning touchdown run.…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 9 at 5:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Re-enters Week 14 contest
Darnold returned to Sunday's game against the Bills after initially exiting with a right foot injury, Andy Vasquez of The Bergen Record reports.
Analysis: Darnold, who is playing for the first time since Week 9, presumably aggravated his sprained foot on the Jets' opening drive. Josh McCown stepped in for the subsequent possession and led the Jets into field-goal range, but it looks like Darnold will be ready to go for the rest of the day after receiving some treatment on the sideline.
Published: Sun, Dec 9 at 10:47am by Rotowire.com
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Injures foot Sunday
Darnold is questionable to return to Sunday's game in Buffalo due to a foot injury.
Analysis: Darnold missed the Jets' previous three games due to a sprained right foot, so he may have aggravated the injury. While there's a chance he may reenter the contest, he'll yield quarterback duties to veteran Josh McCown for the time being.
Published: Sun, Dec 9 at 10:32am by Rotowire.com
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Limps to locker room Sunday
Darnold (undisclosed) limped to the locker room during the first quarter of Sunday's game at Buffalo, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.
Analysis: After missing three contests with a sprained right foot, Darnold was cleared to return Sunday, only to last nine minutes before suffering a lower-body injury. It remains to be seen if his right foot is the culprit, but the Jets will confirm the nature of the injury in short order.
Published: Sun, Dec 9 at 10:27am by Rotowire.com
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Starting assignment confirmed
Darnold (foot) will return from a three-game absence to start Sunday's game against the Bills, a source told Brian Costello of the New York Post.
Analysis: Coach Todd Bowles was unwilling to announce a Week 14 starter heading into the weekend, but there was never much doubt Darnold would be back under center after he practiced fully Wednesday through Friday. With the report now corroborating the prevailing belief that Darnold will start, those relying on the rookie in two-quarterback leagues can insert him into lineups without any reservations. That said, Darnold hasn't offered much to excited about from a performance standpoint this season, as…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 9 at 7:21am by Rotowire.com
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Not on final injury report
Darnold (foot) was a full practice participant Friday and doesn't have any injury designation for Sunday's game in Buffalo, Greg Joyce of the New York Post reports.
Analysis: A full participant at every practice this week, Darnold is expected to return to the starting job Sunday, though coach Todd Bowles has thus far declined to provide confirmation. Given how poorly Josh McCown played the past three weeks, there isn't much reason to keep Darnold on the bench. It isn't clear whether Bowles is making a poor attempt at gamesmanship or if he truly remains undecided on his Week 14 starter.
Published: Fri, Dec 7 at 9:46am by Rotowire.com
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Week 14 start not assured
Darnold was a full participant in practice Thursday for the second consecutive day, but coach Todd Bowles was unwilling to confirm the rookie as the team's starting quarterback for Sunday's game against the Bills, Connor Hughes of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: On the heels of a three-game absence due to a sprained foot, Darnold's full practices on consecutive days put him on track to suit up this weekend, but Bowles may not reveal the Jets' plans at quarterback until after Friday's session. Despite the lack of a firm commitment from his coach, it would be a surprise if Darnold wasn't ultimately under center Sunday, given the Jets are incentivized to give the No. 3 overall pick as many developmental opportunities as possible over the final quarter of…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 6 at 11:09am by Rotowire.com
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Turns in full practice
Darnold (foot) practiced fully Wednesday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: As has been reported previously, Darnold -- who has missed three games with a strained foot -- is in line return to action Sunday against the Bills, barring any setbacks. Meanwhile, Josh McCown (back), who had been starting in Darnold's place over the past three games, logged a limited practice Wednesday. The Jets haven't officially named a starter for Week 14, but Darnold's return to practice in full capacity would make it a surprise if he was bypassed for the nod.
Published: Wed, Dec 5 at 12:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Works ahead of McCown
Darnold (foot) was the first quarterback to take reps during team drills Wednesday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Cimini previously relayed that barring a setback in practice this week, Darnold -- who has missed three games with a sprained foot -- should return to action Sunday against the Bills. At 3-9, the Jets' playoff hopes have been dashed, but Darnold will look to help his team -- which has lost six straight games -- finish the season on a positive note. Darnold has nowhere to go but up if he plays Sunday, given that he tossed four picks in his last appearance during the Jets' Week 9 loss to the…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 5 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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May be limited again
Coach Todd Bowles said Darnold (foot) may be limited in practice once again Wednesday, Ethan B. Greenberg of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: Darnold has been out for four weeks, missing the Jets' past three games due to his foot injury. Bowles said Darnold was essentially healed from his foot injury, but the team was being cautious bringing him back and wanted to ease him into practice as well. Darnold being limited in practice again this week after being limited last week could put him in jeopardy of missing a fourth straight game. Josh McCown has started in Darnold's place and would figure to do so again if the rookie passer is…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 3 at 10:56am by Rotowire.com
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Deemed healthy by coach
Coach Todd Bowles admitted after Sunday's 26-22 loss to the Titans that Darnold has essentially healed from his sprained right foot and could be ready to start Week 14 in Buffalo, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports. "He could have played. He just needed more reps," Bowles said of the rookie quarterback. "You just can't bring him back after 14-to-17 days [off]. Even if he's healthy, to not have timing and everything else and put him out there [Sunday] in a game like this. We'll reload this week and see where he is."
Analysis: Darnold practiced Wednesday through Friday leading up to the contest, but had his activity limited in each session. As a result, Bowles went with Josh McCown as the Jets' starting quarterback for the third straight game, with the offense again sputtering under his direction. Assuming Darnold is able to increase his activity in practices this week and further support Bowles' assertion that he's healthy, expect the signal-caller to end his three-game absence Sunday against the Bills. Darnold has…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 3 at 8:06am by Rotowire.com
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Not playing in Week 13
Darnold (foot) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Titans.
Analysis: As reports over the previous 24 hours hinted, Darnold won't be ready to make his return to action while he continues to work back from the strained right foot. Josh McCown will draw a third straight start in the rookie's stead, but the Jets maintain optimism that Darnold will be ready to play Week 14 against the Bills. Darnold was a limited participant throughout practices this week, so he would likely need to upgrade to full participation between Wednesday and Friday to bolster his chances of…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 2 at 11:35am by Rotowire.com
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Won't start Week 13
Darnold (foot) won't start Sunday's game against the Titans, sources tell Rich Cimini of ESPN.com. Josh McCown will instead fill in under center for the Jets' third consecutive game.
Analysis: Cimini's report doesn't indicate whether Darnold will be inactive for the contest or dress as the backup quarterback, but bet on the former given that the team still has another healthy signal-caller in Davis Webb on the 53-man roster. Darnold demonstrated progress in his recovery from the right foot strain by practicing on a limited basis Wednesday through Friday, but the Jets probably aren't eager to take any chances with the No. 3 overall pick amid a non-contending season until they're…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 2 at 9:36am by Rotowire.com
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Not expected to start Sunday
Darnold (foot), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets, isn't expected to start but will go through a pregame workout before his status for the contest is determined, sources tell Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
Analysis: The Jets are tentatively planning to go with Josh McCown under center for a third straight game, though things could change if Darnold gives the coaching staff more faith in his health by turning in a quality workout beforehand. After missing the past two contests, Darnold returned to practice this week as a limited participant, but there's apparently still some concerns from the Jets that he's not 100 percent recovered from the strained right foot. Effectively out of the playoff picture…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 2 at 5:21am by Rotowire.com
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Deemed questionable for Week 13
The Jets are listing Darnold (foot) as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Titans, Dennis Waszak Jr. of the Associated Press reports.
Analysis: According to Andy Vasquez of The Bergen Record, Darnold practiced in a limited fashion Friday for the third consecutive day, which was enough to make him a 50-50 proposition for the weekend. Josh McCown (thumb/back), meanwhile, upgraded to full participation Friday after back-to-back limited showings, putting him in line to start Sunday if Darnold is unable to return from a two-game absence. Per Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News, coach Todd Bowles said he wouldn't announce a Week 13…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 30 at 9:42am by Rotowire.com
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Another limited practice
Darnold (foot) was listed as a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Andy Vasquez of The Bergen Record reports.
Analysis: While it doesn't appear Darnold took a major step forward in his recovery from a right foot strain after he was limited for the second straight day, the fact that he was able to participate in back-to-back practices offers hope he might be available Sunday in Tennessee. Because Darnold hasn't appeared in a game since Week 9, the Jets may want to see the rookie put in a full practice Friday before signing off on his return. Josh McCown (back/hand) was also limited in practice for the second…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 29 at 11:11am by Rotowire.com
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Practicing again Thursday
Darnold (foot) is taking part in Thursday's practice, Ethan B. Greenberg of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: The Jets listed Darnold as a limited participant at Wednesday's session, but a full showing Thursday or Friday would bolster his chances of returning from a two-game absence and starting Sunday against the Titans. The team will provide an update on Darnold's participation level shortly after Thursday's session concludes, but he should at least garner a limited tag since he was spotted participating in quarterback drills for the second straight day, per Brian Costello of the New York Post. If…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 29 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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Feeling good after practice
Darnold (foot) said he felt "really good" after a limited practice Wednesday and hopes to play in Sunday's game in Tennessee, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Josh McCown (back/thumb) worked with the first-team offense during the open portion of Wednesday's practice, but Darnold served as the No. 2 quarterback ahead of Davis Webb. It's a sign the rookie could be active for Sunday's game against the Titans even if the Jets take a cautious approach and keep McCown under center for another week. Darnold plans to practice again Thursday, with his activity during that session -- as well as Friday's -- likely to shed further light on his status for Week 13.
Published: Wed, Nov 28 at 4:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as limited
Darnold (foot) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Eric Allen of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: Wednesday marks the first time Darnold has been listed as anything besides a non-participant since he injured his foot in a Week 9 loss to the Dolphins. A report from over the weekend suggested the rookie is likely to miss his third straight game Sunday in Tennessee, though he at least seems to have some chance of returning based on his activity Wednesday. Another start for Josh McCown is still the more likely scenario, as the Jets don't have any incentive to rush Darnold back and probably want…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 28 at 12:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Spotted at practice
Darnold (foot) was present for the Jets' first practice of the week Wednesday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: That was also the case last Wednesday, but the quarterback was ultimately listed as a non-participant on the team's corresponding injury report. It remains to be seen if Darnold will be able to work in an official capacity Wednesday, but an update on that front should come later in the day. His status for Sunday's game against the Titans tentatively remains cloudy.
Published: Wed, Nov 28 at 10:21am by Rotowire.com
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May miss Week 13
Darnold (foot), who is already listed as out for Sunday's game against the Patriots, likely will miss the Jets' Week 13 contest in Tennessee as well, sources told Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
Analysis: Before the Jets decide on Darnold's fate for Week 13, they will see how his strained right foot responds to on-field work during practice sessions next Wednesday through Friday. While it's possible that Darnold could demonstrate enough progress for the Jets to sign off on his return next weekend, the prevailing belief is that the organization will take a more cautious approach with their 2018 first-round pick amid a non-contending season. Darnold, who has completed only 55 percent of his passes…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 25 at 6:20am by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out this week
Darnold (foot) won't play Sunday against the Patriots.
Analysis: With Darnold officially ruled out, Josh McCown will draw another start at QB for the Jets this weekend. Darnold's next shot to play will arrive in Week 13, when New York faces Tennessee on the road.
Published: Fri, Nov 23 at 10:35am by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing
Darnold (foot) was once again listed as a non-participant at Thursday's practice, Darryl Slater of NJ.com reports.
Analysis: While Randy Lange of the Jets' official site relays that coach Todd Bowles says it's too early to know who will start at QB for the team Sunday against the Patriots, both Slater and Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News expect that Josh McCown will get the nod. That seems like a probable outcome, with added clarity on that front due to arrive Friday.
Published: Thu, Nov 22 at 11:27am by Rotowire.com
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Progressing, but not practicing yet
Darnold (foot) was in uniform for Wednesday's practice but was listed as a non-participant on the team's injury report, Eric Allen of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: While Darnold is said to be making some progress from his strained right foot, his status for Sunday's game against the Patriots remains unclear. At this stage, he's not ruled out for the contest, per Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News. If Darnold ends up being held out again this weekend, Josh McCown would be in line for another start.
Published: Wed, Nov 21 at 12:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Spotted at practice
Darnold (foot) is in uniform for Wednesday's practice, Eric Allen of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: The Jets will reveal later Wednesday how extensively Darnold was involved in practice, but his presence on the field in any capacity is a step in the right direction. Darnold last played Nov. 4 against the Dolphins, with Josh McCown having drawn the team's Week 10 starting assignment in advance of the Jets' bye.
Published: Wed, Nov 21 at 10:16am by Rotowire.com
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Uncertain availability for Week 12
Head coach Todd Bowles described Darnold (foot) as "day-to-day, week-to-week" at Monday's practice, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: While Bowles' comments aren't helpful in the slightest, his rookie quarterback -- who has resumed jogging on his injured right foot -- indicated he's no longer experiencing any pain and wants to play in this Sunday's game against the Patriots. We'll see if Darnold is available to practice Wednesday when the Jets issue their first injury report of the week. His participation in any capacity would bode well for his impending availability.
Published: Mon, Nov 19 at 1:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Jogging without pain
Darnold (foot) said he has been jogging without pain, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Darnold was held out of Monday's practice coming out of a Week 11 bye, but it does seem he made some form of progress during the time off. Josh McCown will get another start if the rookie isn't ready for Sunday's home game against the Patriots.
Published: Mon, Nov 19 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing
Darnold (foot) isn't practicing Monday, Connor Hughes of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Coming out of a Week 11 bye, Darnold still isn't ready to practice as the Jets begin preparation for Sunday's game against New England. There's still time for the rookie to get some work before the contest, but the initial absence suggests Josh McCown may get another start.
Published: Mon, Nov 19 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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No lock to be ready after bye
Darnold (foot) is out of his walking boot, but coach Todd Bowles acknowledged Monday that he isn't sure if the rookie quarterback will be ready to play after a Week 11 bye, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: An embarrassing 41-10 loss to the Bills on Sunday ended any slim hope of competing for a wild-card spot and also seems to have put Bowles on the hot seat (if he wasn't already). The Jets don't have any short-term incentive to rush their rookie quarterback into action if he isn't 100 percent healthy, but they may need him in the lineup to get an accurate evaluation of their team before making some big decisions during the offseason. The bye week comes at a convenient time, allowing Darnold to…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 12 at 12:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive in Week 10
Darnold (foot) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Bills.
Analysis: With Darnold out, Davis Webb will serve as Josh McCown's backup Sunday. Meanwhile, ESPN's Adam Schefter relays that Darnold has a sprained arch in his foot. With the Jets on bye in Week 11, it's possible that Darnold could return as soon as the team's Nov. 25 game against the Patriots, though it's also plausible that he could be held out until Week 13, with the big picture in mind.
Published: Sun, Nov 11 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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Won't start, listed as doubtful
Darnold (foot) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Bills.
Analysis: Rich Cimini of ESPN.com relays via coach Todd Bowles that it's "possible" Darnold could suit up as the Jets' No. 2 QB on Sunday, but a more likely scenario is that the team promotes Davis Webb from the practice squad in order to back up Josh McCown this weekend.
Published: Fri, Nov 9 at 10:07am by Rotowire.com
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Won't make Week 10 start
Coach Todd Bowles said Darnold (foot) wouldn't be available to start Sunday's game against the Bills, but could still dress as the backup quarterback, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: Bowles made the announcement following Thursday's practice, during which Darnold was listed as a non-participant for the second straight day while managing a strained right foot. If Darnold is able to get some work in during the Jets' final practice of the week Friday, it could be enough for the team to keep the rookie active as an emergency backup to Josh McCown, who will be making his first start of 2018. Bowles reiterated that Darnold will take back the No. 1 gig once he's back to full…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 8 at 11:06am by Rotowire.com
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Spectator again for practice
Darnold (foot) isn't participating in Thursday's practice, Eric Allen of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: Though a strained right foot will prevent Darnold from going through team drills for a second straight day, he was in attendance for the session and was spotted doing some light, informal throwing off to the side, per Brian Costello of the New York Post. Perhaps more notable was the fact that he was still sporting a walking boot, according to Andy Vasquez of The Bergen Record, casting doubt on the rookie's availability for the weekend. If Darnold is unable to fit in any on-field activity Friday…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 8 at 8:52am by Rotowire.com
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Week 10 status undecided
Coach Todd Bowles said Wednesday that Darnold is considered day-to-day with a foot strain.
Analysis: Though there are reports suggesting that Darnold isn't expected to play Sunday against the Bills, an official determination has yet to be made on that front. With that in mind, Eric Allen of the Jets' official site relays that the team will see how Darnold's foot heals in the coming days before rendering a decision on his status for the weekend. The Jets are on bye in Week 11, which will also likely factor into their plans on how to proceed with Darnold if he remains in poor health heading into…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 7 at 12:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Not expected to play Week 10
Darnold (foot) is expected to miss Sunday's game against the Bills, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.
Analysis: While the Jets haven't actually ruled Darnold out, multiple beat reporters have sources confirming he won't be able to play after sitting out Wednesday's practice while donning a protective boot over his sprained foot. Josh McCown is expected to start Sunday, with the rookie potentially gaining clearance to play following the Jets' Week 11 bye.
Published: Wed, Nov 7 at 11:32am by Rotowire.com
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Sprained foot threatens Week 10 status
Darnold is dealing with a sprained right foot, both Rich Cimini of ESPN.com and Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News report.
Analysis: According to Mehta, Darnold's sprain is "significant," and the expectation is that quarterback won't be available Sunday against the Bills. The Jets have yet to confirm that will be the case, but those who have been relying on Darnold in fantasy leagues should begin weighing other options. If Darnold is in fact sidelined for Week 10, Josh McCown would draw the team's starting assignment.
Published: Wed, Nov 7 at 10:45am by Rotowire.com
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Sports walking boot on right foot
Darnold wasn't practicing Wednesday due to an apparent foot injury, Connor Hughes of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Darnold -- who came up limping after taking a sack in Sunday's loss to Miami -- was sporting a walking boot on his right foot on the sideline during the Jets' first practice of Week 10. Per Rich Cimini of ESPN.com, Darnold admitted Monday that he was "dinged up," but the quarterback suggested that it wasn't anything serious. Now that he's absent from practice, Darnold's status for this weekend's game against the Bills must now be monitored. Veteran Josh McCown would be in line for the start if…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 7 at 10:30am by Rotowire.com
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Throws four interceptions in loss to Dolphins
Darnold completed 21 of 39 pass attempts for 229 yards and four interceptions during Sunday's 13-6 loss to the Dolphins.
Analysis: Darnold struggled while completing just 54 percent of his passes, though he did go over 200 passing yards for the first time on the road. He dealt with constant pressure on the day and was even limping after one hit, according to Connor Hughes of The Athletic, but he was able to finish the game. Unfortunately, one of Darnold's four interceptions came on the last drive as his team searched for a touchdown to tie the score. The rookie continues to take his lumps in what has been a rough first NFL…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 4 at 1:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Up Next- Sam Darnold highlights | 2019 seasonTue, Jan 7 at 12:32pm
Watch New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold's best plays from the 2019 NFL season.
- Play fake! Darnold floats pass into end zone to Crowder for TDSun, Dec 29 at 12:37pm
New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold floats pass into the endzone to wide receiver Jamison Crowder for 1-yard touchdown.
- Levi Wallace reels in INT after ball deflects off teammate's helmetSun, Dec 29 at 12:24pm
Buffalo Bills cornerback Levi Wallace intercepts New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold after ball deflects off teammate's helmet.
- Trent Murphy spins down Sam Darnold for key sack before halftimeSun, Dec 29 at 11:34am
Buffalo Bills defensive end Trent Murphy spins down New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold for key sack before halftime.
- Sam Darnold slings perfect pass to Daniel Brown for 25-yard gainSun, Dec 29 at 10:58am
New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold slings perfect pass to tight end Daniel Brown for 25 yards and a first down.
- Can't-Miss Play: Robby Anderson climbs ladder for epic TD grabSun, Dec 22 at 1:39pm
New York Jets wide receiver Robby Anderson catches a 23-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Sam Darnold.
- T.J. Watt sneaks up on Sam Darnold for impressive strip-sackSun, Dec 22 at 1:10pm
Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt strip sacks New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold.
- Darnold drops it off to Trevon Wesco for 32-yard catch and runSun, Dec 22 at 11:57am
New York Jets tight end Trevon Wesco catches a 32-yard pass from quarterback Sam Darnold.
- Robby Anderson snags 41-yard pass from Sam Darnold with fingertipsThu, Dec 12 at 8:53pm
New York Jets wide receiver Robby Anderson snags 41-yard pass from Sam Darnold with fingertips.
- Robby Anderson high points contested Darnold pass for two-point conversionThu, Dec 12 at 8:43pm
New York Jets wide receiver Robby Anderson high points contested Darnold pass for two-point conversion.