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“Toxic And Dysfunctional…”: Jets Grab Massive Fan Attention After Big Lockerroom Debacle Comes To Light Involving QB Zach Wilson Getting Benched

Published 01/20/2023, 6:30 AM EST

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Zach Wilson has experienced one of the league’s most-talked-about slumps in performance and general likability. Wilson has been far from Mr. Popular, according to the speculation that has been making rounds. While the drama began with the QB shaking off responsibility with regard to his poor performance, the situation escalated by leaps and bounds.

As new reports come to light, it seems like the Jets squad wants nothing to do with their 23-year-old QB.

Zach Wilson is not going to be the most popular guy anytime soon

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The Jets squad has reportedly had enough of Wilson’s antics. NFL reporter Dov Kleiman tweeted what The Athletic’s Zack Blatt reported. He said, Report: After a 10-3 loss to the #Patriots mid-season, the #Jets locker room “rejoiced” that the team decided to bench QB Zach Wilson in favor of journeyman Mike White. When Wilson replaced White weeks later, multiple teammates “openly grumbled” in meetings, per @ZackBlatt. According to The Athletic’s report, Wilson’s teammates were happy about the QB being benched.

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Despite their reserve QB not seeing much action from the bench, the squad was reportedly more than content to have Mike White front and center. NFL fans who have been keeping tabs on the situation gave their two cents on the issue.

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The NFL world is not too impressed with Wilson and the Jets

Fans couldn’t help but get involved in more drama surrounding the Jets. While replying to Kleiman’s tweet, this fan used some strong words to describe the situation:

One user makes a prediction. Veteran QB Aaron Rodgers has been stirring speculation about a potential move from the Packers. This user may be hoping Wilson’s drama will come to a halt if Rodgers takes his place.

One fan is considerate with offering criticism but hopes that the Jets can find a capable QB.

Toxic seems to be the overall theme of the Jets’ situation at the moment.

One fan doesn’t hesitate to make a comment that expresses what many may be feeling about the issue.

Another user showed no hesitation in stating:

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Jets fans will definitely be disappointed with the way their season turned out. While Wilson was not the most likable QB before, after the slump in his performance, his overall likability slipped even further down. The team looked on track to make it to the postseason at the midway mark of the regular season. But unfortunately for them, it did not work out as planned.

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Cohesion is necessary for any team’s success. Only a unified front stands a chance at success. The Jets will have a big decision on their hands in the upcoming weeks. Will Wilson and the Jets be able to find common ground or will someone else be taking over the reins?

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Anika Gomez

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Anika Gomez is an NFL writer at Essentially Sports. She holds a degree in Journalism, Psychology, and Communicative English from the National School of Journalism and Public Discourse. Anika loves American Football, Formula 1, Basketball, and Tennis.
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Tony Thomas