New York Jets edge rusher Jermaine Johnson confirmed Monday in a social media post he tore his right Achilles tendon . The 25-year-old Johnson posted a short video on X and Instagram saying an MRI showed what he and the Jets feared when he was carted off the field in the third quarter of New York's 24-17 victory in Tennessee on Sunday. “It's official, man,” Johnson said.
“MRI just came back positive. Well, negative information but positive results. I did tear my Achilles, but we good, man.
We're in great spirits, we're going to get back right and this is just another opportunity to brag about what I came from, so let's get it.” Johnson, a Pro Bowl selection last season, was walking with the aid of a knee scooter in the lobby of the team's facility in Florham Park, New Jersey, while filming the 22-second video. He thanked people for their prayers and support in the post.
“This is not a dark time for me, although there will be dark days ahead,” Johnson wrote. “This is God's way for me to not only grow as a man, person and player but to also inspire others to as well!! (No.) 11 will be back and better, BOOK IT.
” Johnson suffered a similar injury to the one that sidelined quarterback Aaron Rodgers after just four snaps last season and guard Alijah Vera-Tucker for the final 12 games last year. The loss of Johnson is a blow to the Jets' defense, which is still without Haason Reddick , who remains a contract holdout while looking for an extension. Johnson, who is in .