Jets’ C.J. Mosley, D.J. Reed ’50-50′ to play in opposition to Patriots

Jets coach Robert Saleh mentioned Tuesday that injured defensive starters — linebacker C.J. Mosley and cornerback D.J. Reed — are “progressing effectively.”

However he primarily listed each gamers as questionable for Thursday evening’s dwelling recreation in opposition to the Patriots.

“What’s the one which’s 50/50?” Saleh mentioned earlier than observe. “They’re all type of 50/50. … There is perhaps some recreation day exercises, too.”

Reed missed Sunday’s win over the Titans with a knee harm, whereas Mosley left the sport within the first half with what was recognized as a sprained proper large toe.

Mosley mentioned after observe that X-rays confirmed “no breaks” and it’s “actually only a matter of ache administration now.”

“Obtained fortunate, however I bruised it fairly good,” Mosley added. “The extra I can push off of it, the extra assured I’ll be to get again on the sphere.”

Nickel again Michael Carter’s ankle harm “goes to be an on and off factor, however he’s going to be wonderful,” in response to Saleh.

Saleh mentioned Jamien Sherwood would fill in for Mosley as the first play-caller on the protection if the five-time Professional Bowl center linebacker is unable to play.

“Sherwood is our MIKE. A whole lot of religion in Sherwood,” Saleh mentioned. “Tremendous comfy with Jamien. He’s performed an outstanding job growing as an expert soccer participant.

“Full confidence in him to name the protection, make the checks that have to be made. He’s acquired elite psychological velocity and elite communication expertise, so I’m not frightened about him enjoying ball in any respect.”

Aaron Rodgers contended that Creed is “one of many best rock bands of all-time” Tuesday throughout his paid weekly spot on “The Pat McAfee Present.”

He later joked that it was “about as controversial as I’m gonna be in the present day,” though he did say on the finish of his look that he and McAfee can “stir issues up once more” subsequent week.