Garrett Wilson Injury Update: Jets Star Faces 3–4 Week Sideline After Knee Sprain Shock

New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson has suffered another setback with his knee injury, raising concerns about his availability in the coming weeks.
Wilson re-injured his knee during the Jets’ Week 10 win over the Cleveland Browns and was ruled out for the rest of the game.
According to multiple reports, including ESPN’s Rich Cimini, the star receiver is expected to miss three to four weeks with a knee sprain, though the Jets have not officially confirmed the timeline.
Further evaluations are ongoing to determine the exact recovery window as the team monitors his progress.

Garrett Wilson Injury Timeline and Team Evaluation

Wilson made his return in Week 10 after missing two games with a previous knee issue. However, he appeared to aggravate the same knee during the third quarter against the Browns after an awkward slide attempting to catch an overthrown pass from quarterback Justin Fields.
He exited the game gingerly and was later spotted on a stationary bike before being ruled out.

Head coach Aaron Glenn told reporters the team is “still evaluating” Wilson’s condition.

“Hopefully he’ll be good to play this week, but I don’t want to stamp that just yet,” Glenn said, emphasizing that final confirmation will come after medical imaging results are reviewed.

Fortunately, Wilson’s injury does not require surgery. Recovery will depend on swelling reduction and pain management, with the team planning to re-evaluate him before Week 11 practice sessions.

Impact on the Jets’ Offense

Wilson’s absence leaves a major void in the Jets’ passing attack. The former Ohio State standout leads all Jets receivers with 59 targets this season and remains the team’s most reliable playmaker.

In his absence, the Jets will rely on Arian Smith, Tyler Johnson, Isaiah Williams, John Metchie III, Adonai Mitchell, and Allen Lazard. Smith is projected to take over as the primary option, while Johnson and Mitchell could see expanded roles.

New York already ranks in the bottom half of the NFL in passing efficiency, and losing Wilson could further complicate an offense still developing chemistry under Justin Fields.

Team Outlook and Next Steps

The Jets are entering a critical stretch of the season with playoff hopes still alive.
Without Wilson, the coaching staff may lean more on the running game and tight ends to balance the offense.

Fans remain cautiously optimistic that Garrett Wilson could return by early December, depending on recovery progress. His chemistry with Fields has been improving, and the team hopes to have him back before the final playoff push.

The Jets’ medical staff will continue to assess Wilson’s condition daily, with official updates expected later this week.

Sources

• ESPN – Rich Cimini

• 247Sports NFL

• NFL.com – Injury Tracker