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Taylor Out, Ruckert In: Jets' Tight End Sees Increased Action
13 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Ruckert will play a larger role due to Taylor's neck injury.
- He will contribute to blocking and potentially receiving.
- Ruckert has 18 receptions for 150 yards and one touchdown this season.
C.J. Ruckert is slated to assume a more significant role for the Jets in their upcoming game against the Jaguars, stepping in for the injured Mason Taylor.
Taylor's absence due to a neck injury will likely see Ruckert utilized more extensively in both blocking schemes to protect quarterback Brady Cook and in opening running lanes for Breece Hall. His contributions in the passing game are also anticipated to grow.
As the backup tight end, Ruckert has already recorded 18 receptions for 150 yards and one touchdown on 21 targets this season. This promotion to the primary tight end position suggests an increased opportunity for targets during Sunday's contest.
