Jets Rule Garrett Wilson Out Against Chiefs

The New York Jets ruled out wide receiver Garrett Wilson for Sunday’s Week 9 game against the Kansas City Chiefs, as he remains in concussion protocol after a hit to the head in the team’s loss to the Las Vegas Raiders. Coach Aaron Glenn announced Friday that Wilson would miss the game, leaving New York without its leading receiver as it faces Kansas City. Wilson leads the Jets through eight games with 43 receptions for 527 yards and three receiving touchdowns. He has started all eight games this season. His absence comes after the Jets lost to Las Vegas 38-33, their third consecutive defeat. Offensive coordinator Frank Reich said the team would adjust its approach to the receivers available. He pointed to Adonai Mitchell and rookie Omar Cooper Jr., saying the Jets have confidence in both but would tailor their plans to their different strengths. Reich also said Wilson could not be replaced by simply asking another player to perform the same role. Mitchell had seven catches for 142 yards and a touchdown against the Raiders, setting a career high in receiving yards. Cooper had no catches in that game, after recording more than 100 receiving yards in each of the Jets’ previous...