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Jets Turn to Undrafted Rookie Brady Cook, Who Throws First NFL Touchdown in Start at Jaguars

Injuries to Tyrod Taylor, Justin Fields created an on-field audition for the undrafted rookie.

Overview

  • Head coach Aaron Glenn ruled out Tyrod Taylor with a groin injury and Justin Fields with knee soreness, confirming Brady Cook as the Week 15 starter in Jacksonville.
  • Cook delivered his first NFL touchdown pass in the first quarter, connecting with AD Mitchell as cameras captured his family celebrating in the stands.
  • Adrian Martinez dressed as the backup quarterback as the Jets navigated their third different starter of the season.
  • In his Week 14 debut relief appearance, Cook went 14-of-30 for 163 yards with two interceptions, two fumbles and six sacks against Miami.
  • The 3-10 Jets are out of playoff contention, facing a 9-4 Jaguars team on a four-game win streak that entered as a heavy favorite per FanDuel odds and ESPN Analytics.