Garrett Wilson Speaks Out After Being Snubbed as Jets Captain
The Jets left star receiver Garrett Wilson off their 2026 captains list. Here's what he had to say about the surprising decision.
The New York Jets have officially announced their 2026 season captains, naming linebacker Demario Davis, safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, defensive tackle Harrison Phillips, wide receiver and kick returner Isaiah Williams, right guard Joe Tippmann, and quarterback Geno Smith. However, star wide receiver Garrett Wilson was notably absent from the list.
This decision is particularly surprising given Wilson's lengthy tenure with the team and his status as a captain last season. The Jets' head coach, Aaron Glenn, has not yet explained the rationale behind Wilson's exclusion. Wilson was asked about his feelings on the matter and stated that he doesn't consider himself upset but rather acknowledges the value each selected player brings to the team.
He emphasized his commitment to performing at his best and contributing to the team's success. Despite the team's history of questionable decisions and the recent trades of key players, Wilson has remained a professional throughout. However, with the Jets having no winning season or playoff appearance in four years and being in a rebuild phase, some may question how much more Wilson can take.
His four-year, $130 million contract extension with the team, which extends through the 2030 season, could be seen as the franchise signaling its intention to proceed with a rebuild, even if it's a subtle message to Wilson and the rest of the roster.
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