Zach Wilson is "reluctant" to take back over as the Jets starting QB

In the ongoing saga of quarterback choices for the New York Jets, the team is contemplating returning to Zach Wilson as the starting signal-caller. However, sources reveal that Wilson is somewhat reluctant, primarily concerned about the perceived injury risk.

The Jets want to make a switch at QB and are leaning toward Zach Wilson to take over, but Wilson is reluctant to start, per @zackBlatt and @DMRussini.

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According to insights from The Athletic's Diana Russini, Wilson would be open to starting if directly asked by the team, highlighting his wariness of potential injuries. Head coach Robert Saleh attempted to downplay the situation, emphasizing that if Wilson was truly hesitant, he wouldn't be present with the team.

"If he was reluctant to play, he wouldn't be here."

Jets HC Robert Saleh on Zach Wilson.

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Wilson has been on the sidelines as the inactive emergency quarterback for the past two games after being demoted in favor of Tim Boyle. Boyle, who started the last two games, was replaced by Trevor Siemian in the recent 13-8 loss to the Atlanta Falcons.

Initially, the Jets had no plans for Wilson to play again this season after his demotion. However, the lackluster performance of the offense against the Falcons has prompted a reconsideration, according to reports.

The Jets' offensive struggles have been evident, averaging just 3.9 yards per play in the recent defeat, failing to score a touchdown, and converting only two of 15 third downs. With a five-game losing streak and an offense ranked 30th in points per game and 31st in total yards per contest, the Jets are grappling with critical decisions to revive their season.