What happened to Zach Wilson? Injury update after Jets QB exits game with concussion

One of the most peculiar events of the weekend across the NFL was Jets quarterback Zach Wilson leaving Sunday’s game against the Dolphins at halftime as Miami led, 24-0. 

Wilson had some issues before his exit. He went 4 of 11 passing for 26 yards while being sacked four times, and hit many more, behind his struggling offensive line.

That led some to believe Wilson had been benched, as the Jets didn’t immediately report that he was injured. However, he did get hurt during Sunday’s game.

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Here’s a look into what happened to Wilson.

What happened to Zach Wilson?

There was much confusion surrounding why Wilson was taken out of the game. Many questioned whether he was benched due to performance issues or if he had been taken out of the game for an injury issue.

Originally, ESPN’s Jeff Darlington reported that the Jets were taking Wilson to the locker room for a “hydration” issue. But later, Darlington reported that New York announced Wilson was being evaluated for a head injury.

Shortly thereafter, the Jets announced that Wilson was out for the game with a concussion.

QB Zach Wilson has been ruled out with a concussion. https://t.co/jPEPyAat8e

— New York Jets (@nyjets) December 17, 2023

How long is Zach Wilson out?

Little is known about how long Wilson will be out, as the details surrounding his head injury were murky.

Veteran signal-caller Trevor Siemian took over for Wilson after he left the game. Siemian figures to assume the reins as long as Wilson remains sidelined. Brett Rypien would be the team’s backup quarterback if Wilson can’t play in Week 16.

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Zach Wilson stats 2023

Below is a look at Wilson’s game-by-game stats from the 2023 season.

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