Nathaniel Hackett, the offensive coordinator for the New York Jets, commented on Zach Wilson's progress, stating that Wilson was able to 're-center himself' during his two-week hiatus and has a better understanding of when to be aggressive. Hackett also mentioned that Wilson has been 'battle-tested' and has shown resilience. This comes after Wilson's second turn as the Jets' QB1 and the team's decision to cut quarterback Boyle. However, not everyone is sympathetic, as former NFL player James Jones expressed that Wilson has had multiple chances to perform without success.
Nathaniel Hackett says Zach Wilson was able to ‘re-center’ while being benched in the Jets’ past 2 games. “The guy’s been battle-tested. ... I respect him so much for being able to keep his head down, continually learn, continually grow & he’s fired up.” https://t.co/IDPjwVlefG
.@89JonesNTAF doesn't feel bad for Zach Wilson because he's gotten chance after chance and hasn't performed. https://t.co/RacNLzasuT
#Jets OC Nathaniel Hackett explains why Zach Wilson’s second turn this season as Gang Green’s QB1 will be better than the first, what Brett Rypien brings to the team #TakeFlight https://t.co/A70HtR8y3S
Nathaniel Hackett on Zach Wilson: This guy's been battle-tested. https://t.co/3W5f6D3EOK
Your weekly Hackett fix: * Says Zach Wilson was able to “re-center himself” during his two-week hiatus. Believes Wilson has a better understanding of when to be aggressive and when to pull back. * On Boyle getting cut: “This is the best profession in the world, but not the best… https://t.co/Bg3xwrkDVm