The New York Jets placed Garrett Wilson on injured reserve with a knee sprain, sidelining their top receiver for at least four games.
He’s eligible to return for Week 15 on December 14 against the Jacksonville Jaguars, and multiple reports indicate no surgery is needed. New York also elevated defensive back Jarius Monroe for tonight’s matchup with the New England Patriots as the offense searches for answers.
Return timeline and what it means
Wilson already missed Weeks 7 and 8 with the same knee before a brief Week 10 return versus the Cleveland Browns. His 36 catches for 395 yards and four touchdowns still lead the team, showing just how significant this absence is for a passing game that ranks near the bottom of the league.
Jets WR Garrett Wilson (knee) placed on injured reserve, out at least four games. pic.twitter.com/pSh1eLjSGa
— NFL (@NFL) November 13, 2025
The Jets must weigh pushing for a late-season return versus prioritizing long-term health for their 25-year-old cornerstone, but the answer couldn't be more obvious. The team is nowhere no playoff contention and already shipped out big names at the trade deadline.
Who steps up at wide receiver
With Wilson out, the Jets will lean on a committee that includes Adonai Mitchell, Arian Smith, Tyler Johnson, Isaiah Williams, John Metchie III, and Allen Lazard.
Quarterback play becomes even more scrutinized in primetime as New York tries to manufacture explosives without its No. 1 target.
The #Jets have placed standout WR Garrett Wilson on Injured Reserve because of the aggravation of a previous knee injury. He’s out tonight vs the #Patriots and three additional games. pic.twitter.com/dwag5ColR8
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) November 13, 2025
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