Jets QB Zach Wilson sidelined again for Thursday's game vs. Browns
New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson has not cleared concussion protocol and will miss Thursday's game against the Cleveland Browns.
Head coach Robert Saleh announced the news Tuesday.
"Zach's not clearing, so he's out," Saleh told reporters.
Wilson's absence means backup Trevor Siemian will presumably start for a second consecutive game.
Wilson was concussed in a Week 15 loss to the Miami Dolphins. Siemian replaced Wilson at quarterback and finished the 30-0 loss. Siemian then started Sunday's win over the Washington Commanders. He completed 27 of 49 passes for 217 yards with one touchdown and one interception in the 30-28 win.
Thursday's game won't carry significant stakes for the 6-9 Jets, who have been eliminated from the postseason. The 10-5 Browns are seeking their fourth straight win as they look to clinch a wild-card berth in the AFC.
Wilson has started 11 games this season after initially losing his job late last season. He was thrust back into the starting role when Aaron Rodgers ruptured his Achilles in New York's season opener. Wilson has continued to struggle following two seasons as the Jets' primary starter after he was selected second overall in the 2021 draft.
He has completed 60.1% of his passes in 2023 for 189.3 yards per game with eight touchdowns and seven interceptions. Saleh didn't rule out Wilson's return for the Jets' season finale against the New England Patriots.
"We will see," Saleh said.
