Jets star wide receiver Garrett Wilson is trending toward a return from his knee injury and is set to practice this week, with optimism for Week 10 against the Cleveland Browns.

Wilson’s absence has weakened the Jets’ passing attack, underscoring his role as a central target when healthy.

The broader Jets context includes talk around the Nov. 4 trade deadline and the team’s plans moving forward, though Wilson’s status remains the focal point.

Analyses from ESPN and Sports Illustrated note how the Jets’ offense has been limited without Wilson and how that affects their output.

Cleveland fields a tough defense, with one of the league’s better pass defenses and a solid run defense, which could test the Jets even with Wilson back.

Before his injury, Wilson led the Jets in receptions (36), receiving yards (395), and touchdowns (4) in 2025, highlighting the urgency of reintegrating him.

If Wilson progresses in practice, he could be back on the field sooner rather than later, providing a much-needed playmaking boost for an offense seeking rhythm.

Safety Andre Cisco will miss the season due to a reinjured shoulder, with head coach emphasizing ongoing fixes to his arm alongside the injury.

The Jets added John Metchie in a trade with the Texans, and sent Michael Carter II to the Eagles as part of roster changes while Wilson was out; still, no addition matches Wilson’s impact.

Wilson’s 2024 season was highly productive (101 receptions, 1,104 yards, 7 TDs) and he signed a four-year, $130 million extension in 2025, underscoring his importance.

The Jets sit at 1-7, visiting a 2-6 Browns whose defense is strong, presenting a challenging matchup even if Wilson plays.

Wilson would bring significant firepower to a Jets offense that flashed big plays in Week 8’s 39-38 win over Cincinnati when Fields was on a roll.