Florham Park, New Jersey – July 24, 2025 – New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields sparked alarm among fans and coaches alike when he was carted off the field during the second day of training camp on Thursday, July 24, 2025, after sustaining an apparent leg injury. The 26-year-old, recently signed to a two-year, $40 million contract to lead the Jets’ offense, limped to the sideline following an incomplete pass in an 11-on-11 drill, prompting immediate attention from trainers. The incident, reported across major sports outlets, has raised concerns about Fields’ readiness for the 2025 NFL season, a pivotal moment for the former first-round draft pick.
ESPN’s Rich Cimini reported that Fields dropped to the ground after the play, hopping to the sideline where trainers examined his lower leg. He was then carted to the locker room, a sight captured by reporters like Josina Anderson, who noted on X that Fields appeared to be in discomfort. PennLive.com’s Nick Farabaugh tweeted that Fields entered the medical tent before being transported, though no official diagnosis was immediately released. The Jets, coming off a disappointing 5-12 season in 2024, are heavily invested in Fields’ dual-threat capabilities, making the injury scare a significant setback.
Fields’ injury history has been a recurring theme in his career. NFL.com documented his 2021 rookie season with the Chicago Bears, where he missed games due to cracked ribs and an ankle injury. In 2022, Fox Sports reported a shoulder injury against the Atlanta Falcons and a hip injury against the Detroit Lions, both sidelining him briefly. More recently, while with the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2024, Fields suffered an abdominal injury against the Philadelphia Eagles, missing a game against the Baltimore Ravens, per PennLive.com. Sporting News also noted a 2023 thumb dislocation that disrupted his Bears tenure, underscoring concerns about his durability.
The Jets’ new offensive scheme, designed by coordinator Tanner Engstrand to leverage Fields’ mobility, hinges on his health. Fields’ 2022 season, where he rushed for 1,143 yards—only the third quarterback in NFL history to surpass 1,000 rushing yards, per Wikipedia—made him an attractive acquisition. However, Yardbarker recently called Fields the Jets’ “biggest weakness” for 2025, citing his injury-prone record, while CBS News highlighted his resilience, quoting Fields as vowing to “keep pushing” through setbacks.
Head coach Aaron Glenn, speaking to Newsweek, declined to speculate on the injury’s severity, stating, “We’re waiting on the medical team’s evaluation.” The Mirror US reported that teammates, including wide receiver Garrett Wilson, expressed support, with Wilson saying, “Justin’s a warrior; he’ll be back stronger.” With six weeks until the NFL season opener, the Jets face pressure to clarify Fields’ status, especially as ESPN’s fantasy rankings label him a high-risk starter.
As the Jets await test results, the incident has reignited debates about Fields’ long-term fit. Pro Football Network suggested his running style invites injury risks, while DraftSharks noted his potential to “carry” fantasy teams if healthy. For now, the Jets and their fans hold their breath, hoping Fields’ latest scare is minor in a career already marked by physical challenges.
Sources: ESPN, Fox Sports, PennLive.com, Sporting News, Newsweek, NFL.com, Wikipedia, Yardbarker, CBS News, The Mirror US, DraftSharks.com, ProFootballNetwork.com
