According to FOX Sports’ Jay Glazer, the New York Jets’ coaching staff decided to bench starting quarterback Zach Wilson due to lack of confidence. The coaching staff, in particular, had lost faith in Wilson, and the quarterback had lost faith in himself.
Mike White tosses three touchdown passes as the Jets beat the Bears.
Furthermore, Glazer stated that Wilson would not be rehired until he acquired confidence in his own ability.However, there could be another impediment to Wilson regaining his position.Mike White’s performance today.
Starting in place of Wilson, White completed 22 of 28 passes for 315 yards and three touchdowns as the Jets defeated the Bears 31-10. The victory was significant not only for New York’s playoff aspirations, but also for the future of their offensive.
Mike White tosses three touchdown passes as the Jets beat the Bears.
Despite the weather, White started the game against Chicago on a high note. With heavy rain falling at MetLife Stadium, White and the Jets moved down the field on their first possession, with White connecting on six of his seven throws. He finished the drive by connecting with rookie Garrett Wilson for his first touchdown of the day.
This throw is notable for two reasons. First, consider the velocity. White’s arm talent was one of his calling cards coming out of Western Kentucky. In truth, White was a promising pitcher in high school, and many predicted a professional baseball career for him. But he switched to football and has never looked back.