The New York Jets are facing a major setback on their defensive line as Jermaine Johnson, their key edge rusher, was carted off the field during their game against the Tennessee Titans on Sunday. The injury occurred in a non-contact situation as Johnson attempted to chase Titans quarterback Will Levis on a critical third down.

Concerns immediately arose about the nature of Johnson's injury, with initial reports suggesting that it could be an Achilles injury. This could potentially sideline Johnson for a significant period of time, adding to the Jets' defensive woes.

The absence of Haason Reddick, who has missed the first two games of the season, has already placed pressure on the Jets' pass-rushing unit. With Johnson now sidelined, the team could be facing a critical shortage in their edge rusher department.

The unfortunate incident occurred just moments before Levis made a pivotal play, running for 21 yards before launching a deep pass down the sideline to Calvin Ridley. Ridley's coverage was tight, with corner Sauce Gardner and safety Chuck Clark both in close proximity. However, the ball miraculously slipped through their grasp and into Ridley's waiting hands for a 40-yard touchdown.

Although it appeared that Ridley might have made contact with Gardner before scoring, the officials on the field allowed the play to stand, much to the frustration of the Jets and their fans. The touchdown brought the score to a 17-17 tie with just over three minutes remaining in the third quarter.

As the game reaches a critical stage, the Jets are now facing the dual challenge of mounting a comeback while also dealing with the potential absence of two key defensive pieces. With Johnson's injury still being assessed, there may be increased pressure on the Jets' management to explore trade possibilities with Reddick, should his availability be confirmed.

It remains to be seen how the Jets will overcome these obstacles, but the team will need to rally together and find alternative solutions to maintain their defensive strength. As the game unfolds, fans and analysts alike will be eagerly watching to see how the Jets respond in the face of adversity.