Okay, Jets fans, let’s be real. It’s been a rough season. Like, "hide your eyes" rough. The New York Jets are currently sitting at 0-7 as we barrel toward the end of October, and the finger-pointing has officially begun. And when a team is struggling like this, the quarterback is usually the first one in the crosshairs. In this case, that’s Justin Fields.

Now, Fields hasn’t exactly been lighting up the scoreboard. In fact, the Jets’ passing game is currently at the bottom of the NFL barrel, averaging a measly 143.4 yards per game. Ouch. To make matters worse, Fields has had back-to-back games where he’s thrown for less than 50 yards. That’s a statistic that hasn’t been seen since 2006, so you know it’s not good.

Owner Woody Johnson Sounds Off

With the Jets’ struggles mounting, team owner Woody Johnson decided to weigh in during the recent NFL league meetings. And let’s just say, he didn’t exactly hold back. Johnson took a not-so-subtle jab at Fields, saying, "If we could complete a pass, it would look good." He went on to add that Fields has the "ability," but something just isn’t "jibing."

Johnson’s comments were pretty blunt, suggesting that the team’s struggles are directly tied to Fields’ performance. He essentially said that any coach with a quarterback who isn’t playing consistently is going to see similar results. It was a clear message that the owner wasn’t happy with the quarterback’s performance.

Fields Takes the High Road

So, how did Fields react to his boss publicly criticizing him? Well, he took the high road. When asked about Johnson’s comments, Fields said that it doesn’t bother him. He acknowledged that he needs to play better, and the team needs to play better as a whole. He understands that the quarterback is always going to get the blame when the offense struggles, and that’s just part of the job.

Fields emphasized that he can’t let the criticism affect his mindset. He said that there will be times when he has to be the only one who believes in himself. He reiterated that Johnson is entitled to his opinion, and his focus is on working hard and improving every day.

Coach Glenn Backs Fields (Sort Of)

Jets coach Aaron Glenn also addressed Johnson’s comments with the team. He acknowledged that Johnson has a right to his opinion as the owner. Glenn also pointed out that everyone, including Fields himself, knows that the team needs to improve. He noted that the Jets have gone two games without scoring a touchdown, and they need to get better in that area.

Glenn emphasized that everyone is on the same page when it comes to the team’s struggles. He said that the criticism might be delivered in different tones, but the message is the same: they need to improve their running game, their quarterback play, and their defense.

Will Fields Start?

The big question now is whether Fields will start in the Jets’ upcoming game against the Cincinnati Bengals. The team’s other quarterback, Tyrod Taylor, is currently dealing with a knee injury. Glenn has been tight-lipped about who will start, saying he wants to maintain a "competitive advantage."

Fields’ History

Fields was the No. 11 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft by the Chicago Bears. Unfortunately, he’s currently tied for the worst record (14-36) by any quarterback through 50 career starts since 1970.

It’s true that Fields hasn’t had the best situation in the NFL. He’s working with a first-time head coach and a first-time offensive coordinator. However, as Fields pointed out, the quarterback is always going to be the first one to get the blame when things aren’t going well.

The Pressure is On

The pressure is definitely on Justin Fields to turn things around. He’s facing criticism from the team owner, the fans, and the media. But he seems determined to stay focused and work hard to improve. Whether he can silence the critics remains to be seen.

What’s Next for the Jets?

The Jets have a lot of work to do if they want to salvage their season. They need to find a way to improve their passing game, their running game, and their defense. They also need to find a way to score touchdowns.

It’s going to be a tough road ahead, but the Jets have the talent to turn things around. They just need to find a way to put it all together. Whether Justin Fields can be the quarterback to lead them there is the million-dollar question.