Jets' Zach Wilson Benched for Tim Boyle amid NYJ's Offensive Struggles vs. Bills

The New York Jets have found themselves in a familiar position, as they've been forced to bench quarterback Zach Wilson in Sunday's 32-6 loss to the Buffalo Bills. Journeyman backup Tim Boyle took over late in the third quarter.

This marks the third time in the last two seasons that Wilson has been benched amid the Jets' offensive struggles. Head coach Robert Saleh told reporters after the game that he's undecided on who will start Friday's game against the Miami Dolphins.

The Jets were trailing 29-6 at the time of Wilson's benching. He completed just seven of his 15 passes for 81 yards prior to exiting the game. He threw an interception in the first half but also threw a nine-yard touchdown pass to running back Breece Hall, which marked New York's first time reaching the end zone in the last three games.

Wilson struggled mightily to find his footing throughout the contest, as he was sacked five times behind a Jets offensive line that trotted out its sixth different combination this season and lost starting left tackle Mekhi Becton to an ankle injury in the first half.

Wilson has failed to become the franchise quarterback he was expected to be when New York drafted him with the second overall pick in 2021. The 24-year-old has looked ill-prepared to play at the professional level throughout his three years in the NFL.

The 2023 season was intended to be a redshirt year for Wilson after the Jets acquired star quarterback Aaron Rodgers. However, he was thrust into action when Rodgers tore his Achilles four plays into the first game of the year.

New York chose not to acquire a veteran backup prior to the trade deadline, leaving the team with no choice but to ride with Wilson. Apparently, the team had seen enough on Sunday, as it suffered its third straight loss.

Saleh will have much to answer for after the game, as Sunday's benching once again raises questions about Wilson's future with the Jets.