New York Jets offensive lineman Alijah-Vera Tucker is dealing with a significant arm injury that could potentially hold him out for an extended stretch, according to multiple reports on Wednesday.
Surgery is still very much on the table, and Vera-Tucker is seeking a second opinion on the matter, per ESPN's Adam Schefter.
The 26-year-old guard suffered the injury on Tuesday, providing a significant blow to the Jets' offensive line just days before the start of the 2025 season, where they'll host the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday afternoon. Vera-Tucker was projected to be the starting right guard, where he would be an important veteran presence to line up alongside rookie right tackle Armand Membou, who was taken No. 7 overall at the draft back in April.
Now, Gang Green is forced to shuff