Injury update: Forté, Leggett out for Sunday, Shell doubtful
The Jets just released their injury update ahead of Sunday's game:
Bowles: RB Matt Forte, TE Jordan Leggett OUT for #JAXvsNYJ.
— New York Jets (@nyjets) September 29, 2017
RT Brandon Shell, OLB Josh Martin doubtful. DL Mo Wilkerson questionable. pic.twitter.com/zFvdWQ9LVg
None of this is a shock, but Forté's injury means that Bilal Powell's workload will likely be increased this week and that there might be opportunities for rookie Elijah McGuire and newcomer Travaris Cadet too. Leggett's continued absence is less of a concern, especially now that Eric Tomlinson is back at practice so the Jets have four healthy tight ends to choose from.
Shell seems unlikely to play, which means either Ben Ijalana or Brent Qvale will start at right tackle. They may both see action. Martin's absence could be an opportunity for players like David Bass or Dylan Donahue to perhaps get more reps.
Wilkerson's comments earlier this week suggest he will play although he might be limited to some extent.
Along with Tomlinson, it appears Brian Winters is back and should play. Rontez Miles has also returned to practice, as has Kony Ealy, who had been excused for the last few days because of a personal matter.