The New York Jets are turning to the next page of their 2025 NFL season against the Buffalo Bills.
Following an offseason filled with changes all across the organization, this first AFC east matchup of 2025 against the Buffalo Bills is highly anticipated.
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But before we even get to kickoff, there will be a lot of Jets-related discussions and conversations to be had throughout the coming days.
With that, here are five storylines to watch for during the lead up to Jets against the Buffalo Bills:
Eyes on Fields
New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields (7) looks for an open teammate, Sunday, September 7, 2025, in East Rutherford.
While the Pittsburgh Steelers took the 34-32 win over the Jets in Week 1, that’s not the main takeaway from the contest. The focus from that one is quarterback Justin Fields. The stats don’t even matter, he looked good, can Fields play well again?
Despite the Bills being the favorite and fresh off an incredible 41-40 comeback victory against the Ravens, Buffalo did struggle mightily against a dual-threat quarterback in Week 1. That could bode well for Fields ad the Jets.
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The Josh challenge
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) gets pass protection from Buffalo Bills guard O’Cyrus Torrence (64) and Buffalo Bills guard Connor McGovern (66) during first half action at the Bills home game against the New York Jets at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park on Dec. 29, 2024.
Sticking on the quarterback position, that comeback the Bills had involved Josh Allen… a lot.
While the Bills struggled against their opposing QB in Week 1, so did the Jets… and now it’s time for a much bigger challenge in Allen on Sunday. He nearly threw for 400 yards in Buffalo’s season opener… and had four total touchdowns.
The third phase
New York Jets wide receiver Xavier Gipson (3) runs after catching the punt, Sunday, September 7, 2025, in East Rutherford.
In a surprise move, the Jets released return man Xavier Gipson after his fumble in Week 1.
So who steps into that role?
The Jets have options, including elevating Jamaal Pritchett and Keilan Robinson from the practice squad. The on-roster options such as Isaiah Davis and Arian Smith lack experience.
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Ground opportunities
New York Jets running back Breece Hall (20) runs with the ball, Sunday, September 7, 2025, in East Rutherford.
Along with Fields being a dual-threat issue for the Bills, just the ground game in general could be. Jets running back Breece Hall surpassed 100 yards in Week 1 (107) and Ravens running back Derrick Henry blew things up in Buffalo in Week 1.
Still waiting…
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – AUGUST 22: Head coach Aaron Glenn of the New York Jets greets player Harrison Mevis #45 of the New York Jets before the NFL Preseason 2025 game between Philadelphia Eagles and New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on August 22, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
It’s a bummer for Aaron Glenn, but the Jets new head coach is going to be discussing if first AFC East matchup in his career throughout this upcoming week… and the ongoing search for his first-career win. Will it come in an upset at home?
This article originally appeared on Jets Wire: New York Jets vs. Buffalo Bills: 5 storylines to watch for in Week 2