The New York Jets have announced that star cornerback Chuck Clark will miss the entire 2023 season due to a torn ACL. The injury occurred during the team’s preseason game against the New England Patriots.
Clark, who was entering his fourth season with the Jets, was expected to be a key part of the team’s defense. He had been a starter since his rookie year and had recorded three interceptions and 19 pass breakups in the past two seasons.
The loss of Clark is a major blow to the Jets’ defense, as he was one of their top cornerbacks. His absence will leave a huge hole in the secondary that will need to be filled by other players.
The Jets have already signed veteran cornerback Morris Claiborne to help fill the void left by Clark. Claiborne is an experienced player who has played for several teams throughout his career, including the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints. He is expected to be a key contributor for the Jets’ defense this season.
The Jets are also looking to add more depth to their secondary by signing free agents or drafting players in the upcoming draft. They will need to find someone who can step up and fill the role that Clark was expected to play this season.
The Jets will miss Clark’s presence on the field this season, but they are confident that they can still make a run at the playoffs. With Claiborne and other new additions, they should be able to make up for the loss of Clark and remain competitive in the AFC East.