Jets QB Zach Wilson Played Through Concussion Symptoms, Says Mother

Wilson's mother reveals on Instagram that he didn't fully disclose his symptoms, raising questions about the effectiveness of the NFL's concussion protocol.

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson suffered a concussion in the team's Week 15 loss to the Miami Dolphins, but tried to continue playing despite his symptoms, according to his mother, Lisa Wilson.
Wilson was initially evaluated for a concussion early in the game, but was cleared to return. He was later diagnosed with a concussion after his symptoms worsened.
Wilson's mother revealed on Instagram that her son didn't fully disclose his symptoms to the team's coaches or trainers, and tried to 'fight through it' to stay on the field.
The NFL's concussion protocol is designed to protect players who insist on staying in the game, even when they have suffered a traumatic brain injury. Questions are now being raised about why Wilson's injury wasn't detected sooner.
Wilson remains in the concussion protocol, and head coach Robert Saleh has stated that he will be the starting quarterback in Week 16 against the Washington Commanders if he is cleared. Backup QB Trevor Semien would start in his absence.