Remember the kickoff snafu rookie Kaleb Johnson made on Sunday, which allowed Seattle to score a touchdown? That blunder cost the rookie his job in that phase.
Costly Kickoff Mistake Costs Kaleb Johnson His Job
The Pittsburgh Steelers are set to make a change at kick returner after a critical mistake shifted momentum in Sunday’s loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Rookie running back Kaleb Johnson misplayed a bouncing kickoff early in the fourth quarter, allowing the Seahawks to recover the live ball in the end zone for a touchdown. The miscue turned what had been a close contest into a two-score game and put Johnson’s role in jeopardy.
Head coach Mike Tomlin addressed the issue on Tuesday, saying Johnson will be removed from the return duties, at least temporarily. While Tomlin stressed that the rookie still has his confidence, he made it clear that Johnson must earn back the trust needed to resume that responsibility. “I’m going to give him an opportunity to work his way back from that error,” Tomlin said. “I believe in his talent. He’s a sharp young man. He’s a hard worker. So you leave the light on for him… but he has to do that. He has to display that with his daily work.”
Tomlin did not specify who will step into the return role against the Raiders this week, but several players appear to be candidates. Based on training camp reps and past experience, Kenneth Gainwell, Roman Wilson, and Jaylen Warren are among the most likely options. Each offers a different skill set, but all three have shown the reliability the Steelers are looking for after Johnson’s error.
For his part, Johnson accepted responsibility for the mistake and vowed to bounce back. “I just made a mistake,” he said following the game. “I’ve just got to get better every day. That’s all I have to say about this. I’ve just got to go in every day and work my hardest even more with a chip on my shoulder.”
Iowa Hawkeyes running back Kaleb Johnson (2) carries the ball against the Nebraska Cornhuskers Friday, Nov. 29, 2024 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa. | Jeffrey Becker-Imagn ImagesJustin Fields Ruled Out For Week 3
The New York Jets will join the growing list of teams turning to backup quarterbacks in Week 3, as Justin Fields has been ruled out for Sunday’s matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers due to a concussion. Head coach Aaron Glenn confirmed Wednesday that veteran Tyrod Taylor will get the start.
Fields exited last week’s 30-10 loss to the Buffalo Bills in the fourth quarter after taking a hit from defensive end Joey Bosa and entering concussion protocol. He had struggled before the injury, completing just 3 of 11 passes for 27 yards. Taylor came on in relief and will now have the offense to himself heading into Week 3.
The Jets have operated with a run-first mentality under offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand, but Taylor represents a sharp contrast to Fields’ game. Where the staff emphasized structure and limiting improvisation with Fields, Taylor thrives on pushing the ball vertically. Even at 36, he remains one of the NFL’s better deep throwers.
That aggressiveness comes with risk. Taylor has long battled durability issues, partly due to his tendency to hold the ball too long and take extra hits. His availability will be critical, as the Jets’ only other option is undrafted rookie Brady Cook, who remains on the practice squad.
New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields (7) scores a touchdown in the fourth quarter and celebrates with New York Jets tight end Mason Taylor (85), Sunday, September 7, 2025, in East Rutherford.Extra Points
Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Calijah Kancey will miss the rest of the 2025 season with a torn pectoral. On Monday night, Kancey was injured in the second quarter of the Bucs’ 20-19 win against the Houston Texans while rushing quarterback C.J. Stroud. Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones is heading to injured reserve with a hamstring injury suffered during the fourth quarter of the Vikings’ loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday night. After thrashing the Chicago Bears’ defense, Jared Goff became the second quarterback in as many weeks to be named the NFC’s Offensive Player of the Week. Goff completed 23 of 28 passes (82.1 percent) for 334 yards and tied a career-high with five touchdown passes for a 156.0 passer rating, leading the Lions to an NFL-high 52 points in their Week 2 victory over Chicago. Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (0), left, runs for a first down against Chicago Bears as quarterback Jared Goff (16), right, cheers on during the second half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025. Fred Warner and Brandon Aubrey joined Goff on the NFC side this week. Warner recorded 11 tackles—tied-second most in the NFC—a pass defense, forced fumble, and fumble recovery in San Francisco’s 26-21 win at New Orleans. Aubrey converted all four of his field goals—including 51-yard and 64-yard field goals—and all four of his point after attempts in the Cowboys’ 40-37 overtime win over the Giants. Jonathan Taylor, Roquan Smith, and Antonio Gibson took home weekly honors for their performances in the AFC this week. Taylor led the league with 215 scrimmage yards (165 rushing, 50 receiving) in Week 2 while recording a touchdown reception in Indianapolis’ 29-28 win over Denver, improving the Colts to 2-0 for the first time since 2009. Smith led the league with 15 tackles and tied for the lead with three tackles for loss in Week 2, while also recording a 63-yard fumble-recovery touchdown in the Ravens’ 41-17 win over the Browns. Gibson returned six kickoffs for a league-high 171 yards in Week 2, including a 90-yard touchdown to give New England the lead in the fourth quarter of their 33-27 win at Miami. It marks the first kick-return touchdown this season and the seventh-longest kick return since the dynamic kickoff rules were introduced in 2024.Hence then, the article about around the nfl kaleb johnson s costly mistake justin fields out injury notes more was published today ( ) and is available on Bleacher Nation ( Middle East ) The editorial team at PressBee has edited and verified it, and it may have been modified, fully republished, or quoted. You can read and follow the updates of this news or article from its original source.
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