Jets TE Mason Taylor Ruled Out for Week 17 with Neck Injury, Targets Week 18 Return

Jets tight end Mason Taylor (neck) has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 17 game against the Patriots, marking his third consecutive missed game since suffering the injury in Week 14. Taylor, who leads the Jets with 44 receptions, 65 targets, 369 yards, and 1 TD this season, is targeting a potential return in the season finale against the Bills in Week 18. In his absence, Jeremy Ruckert (27 yards on 4 catches over two weeks), Stone Smartt, and Jelani Woods will handle tight end duties.