US EditionJets Coach Uses Lamar Jackson, Josh Allen as Examples when Discussing Justin Fields’ Slow Release
Jets coach Aaron Glenn defends Justin Fields’ slower release by comparing him to MVP quarterbacks Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen, citing Fields’ best games with 3-second-plus throws.
- On Friday, Aaron Glenn defended Justin Fields, comparing him to Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen, saying `I know that's a huge topic that everyone talks about, but there's a lot that goes into that. When you look at the time he gets the ball out, some of those have been his best games, when he's holding the ball three seconds or what not`, Glenn said.
- Justin Fields' play Sunday in London — including nine sacks — intensified debate over his timing as the Jets lost 13-11 with a franchise-worst minus-10 net yards passing.
- According to Next Gen Stats, Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen get the ball out slightly quicker than Justin Fields, whose average time to throw is 3.01 seconds.
- Fans reacted with alarm on social media after Aaron Glenn's Friday defence of Fields during the Jets' 0-6 start, though Glenn has repeatedly defended his quarterback this season.
- Earlier this week, Justin Fields said he wants to be more aggressive and has four touchdown passes this season, while Aaron Glenn said they will continue working on his release and timing.
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Jets coach uses Lamar Jackson, Josh Allen as examples when discussing Justin Fields' slow release
Justin Fields' timing in releasing the football has become a hot topic again. The New York Jets quarterback has faced criticism for holding onto the ball too long, leading to sacks and missed opportunities.
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