Justin Fields, now in his fifth NFL season, currently ranks a concerning second in the NFL with an average time-to-throw of 3.24 seconds. However, the Jets’ coaching staff is staunchly defending their signal-caller. As reported by Zack Rosenblatt on X, he wrote 

“Tanner Engstrand also pushed back on the idea that Justin Fields holds onto the ball too long,” quoting the coach Tanner Engstrand.  “I think he’s getting rid of the ball at the time in which the play is telling him to get rid of the ball.”

This statement strongly suggests that Fields’s slower release time is not a personal failure, but rather a calculated part of the Jets’ new offensive scheme—a strategy intended to let him extend plays or wait for deeper routes to materialize.

Fields himself has brushed off the statistical critique. When addressing the unflattering number, he made it clear he doesn’t value such measurements: “I don’t really look at stats if I’m being honest with you… My job is to put as many points up on the board, whether that’s the least amount of time to throw.” Dismissing the stats and the talk of slow decisions.

Regardless of the “time-to-throw” argument, the overall team performance is what truly matters. The New York Jets offense has shown genuine strength, particularly on the ground, where they boast the league’s third-best rushing attack, averaging 144.4 yards per game.

Individually, Fields, who has played in four out of the team’s five games, is delivering as a dual-threat quarterback. He has been productive, throwing for 754 yards with 4 touchdowns and no interceptions, along with a 67.0% completion rate (71/106). Crucially, his legs have contributed significantly with 204 rushing yards and 3 rushing touchdowns. Yet, despite these respectable statistics and a powerful rushing attack, the team frustratingly remains stuck at zero wins through the end of Week 5.

The Jets take on the Broncos in London.

The New York Jets Team prepares in London to face the Denver Broncos

The New York Jets are taking an unconventional approach to their winless start by heading to London early for their Sunday showdown against the Denver Broncos. This isn’t just about adjusting to the time difference; Head Coach Aaron Glenn is deliberately using the trip to foster a stronger team environment.

Quarterback Justin Fields is already feeling the positive effects of the strategy. “This is definitely an opportunity for us to get closer as a team, build that camaraderie, and just get closer,” Fields said. “So it’s been good.”

Meanwhile, the Denver Broncos arrive at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with genuine momentum. Fresh off a monumental road victory against the reigning Super Bowl Champion Eagles, Denver is riding high, largely thanks to the remarkable turnaround of young signal-caller Bo Nix. Nix. After failing to crack the 250-yard mark in his first three outings, he exploded for 326 yards against the Bengals and orchestrated a memorable 14-point comeback to stun Philadelphia last week.

The Jets’ offense, helmed by Fields, faces a monumental task against a formidable Broncos defense. Denver’s unit is known for its aggressive pressure, which will be a heavy burden for the New York offensive line.

Despite the recent passing heroics from both quarterbacks, football observers anticipate a game dominated by the ground attack, which we shall get to see this Sunday.

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