The New York Jets are in the midst of another struggling season as they sit with a 2-6 record thus far. They are getting prepared for their Week 9 game against the Kansas City Chiefs, which is also their final game ahead of the 2026 NFL Trade Deadline, but they will likely be without one of their biggest stars for this game. Let’s take a closer look at who it is and what it means for the New York Jets going forward.
The New York Jets could be without Garrett Wilson in Week 9
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New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson (5) celebrates after a touchdown during a game against the Cleveland Browns at MetLife Stadium, Oct 11, 2026, East Rutherford, NJ, USA.
The Jets are going to be facing an uphill battle heading into Week 9 as they are on the road against the Kansas City Chiefs. On Wednesday afternoon, during his press conference, New York Jets coach Aaron Glenn announced that wide receiver Garrett Wilson is currently in concussion protocol. This does not officially rule him out for Sunday’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs, but makes it more likely that he will miss this game.
Wilson has performed well this season: in eight games, he has 43 receptions on 63 targets for 527 yards (12.3 yards per catch) and three touchdowns. With Wilson now being questionable for this game, expect to see more of Tim Patrick, Isaiah Williams, and Malik McClain on the field. This also would likely increase the usage of the tight ends for the New York Jets, who have not been afraid to implement five tight end sets on occasion.
With Breece Hall expected to be available for this game as well, the New York Jets are in a unique position to absorb the potential loss of their top playmaker. The median time for a player to clear the concussion protocol is nine days, so it is going to be difficult for Wilson to recover in time to play, but not out of the question. It will be intriguing to see if Wilson could clear the NFL Concussion Protocol before Sunday’s game and if he will be able to suit up against the Chiefs.