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Jets Teammates Offer Statements of Full Support for Zach Wilson After Aaron Rodgers Injury

Zach Wilson likely only expected to be a backup quarterback for Aaron Rodgers on the Jets this year.

But, now, Wilson is the starter after Rodgers suffered a torn Achilles on his first drive of Monday night’s game vs. the Bills. Despite this shocking turn of events, Wilson was able to lead the team to victory, thanks mostly to the touchdown he threw to receiver Garrett Wilson in the fourth quarter.

On Wednesday, a video released by NFL Films showed Garrett Wilson, receiver Allen Lazard and offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett praising the quarterback on the sideline after the touchdown.

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