The injury bug is biting the Jets hard right now and it’s not showing any signs of slowing down anytime soon.
Sunday’s practice was a costly one, as Trumaine Johnson injured his hamstring running back an interception. According to head coach Adam Gase, Johnson is week-to-week as his hamstring heals. The hope is that Johnson is not out months, but either way, it looks like the Jets could be without their No. 1 cornerback to begin the regular season.
Monday wasn’t any better for New York on the injury front, as Henry Anderson sat out with a head injury. Kelechi Osemele also sat out with a strained pectoral muscle that he claims isn’t too serious. Kyron Brown, who took Johnson’s spot in the lineup, did not finish practice after leaving with a hamstring injury. Ty Montgomery also left practice with an apparent groin injury.
With both Johnson and Brown dealing with hamstring injuries, the Jets are left thin at cornerback. Darryl Roberts will now be responsible for shadowing opposing No. 1 wide receivers, a role he is unfamiliar with. Arthur Maulet, who was Brian Poole’s backup in the nickel heading into the beginning of training camp, now slots in as New York’s No. 2 corner until either Johnson or Brown return.
It’s only the second week of the preseason, but the injuries are stacking up for the Jets. With players sidelined, New York’s unproven depth will be thrown into the fire with a chance to prove itself moving forward.
