Vera-Tucker is active for Sunday's Week 18 matchup against Miami. Vera-Tucker has been battling an ankle injury much of the season and logged a DNP/DNP/LP progression in practice this week, but he'll be able to take the field for New York's 2024 finale. The fourth-year guard has played every one of the Jets' offensive snaps over the past seven weeks.
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Team
New York Jets
Birthdate
6/17/1999 (25)
Status
Active
HT/WT
6'5", 308 lbs
Draft Info
2021: Rd 1; Pk (NYJ)
Birthplace
Oakland, CA, USA
Position
G
College
USC
Experience
4 seasons
Career History
New York Jets
2021-Present
(4 seasons)
Vera-Tucker is active for Sunday's Week 18 matchup against Miami. Vera-Tucker has been battling an ankle injury much of the season and logged a DNP/DNP/LP progression in practice this week, but he'll be able to take the field for New York's 2024 finale. The fourth-year guard has played every one of the Jets' offensive snaps over the past seven weeks.
Vera-Tucker (ankle) is available for Sunday's matchup with the Dolphins, Randy Lange of the Jets' official website reports. Vera-Tucker practiced in limited fashion Friday following back-to-back DNPs, so he was already trending in a positive direction. Look for the right guard to take on his usual responsibilities assuming he avoids any setbacks.
Vera-Tucker (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Jets. Vera-Tucker upgraded to a limited practice Friday after logging consecutive DNPs to open the Jets' week of practice, suggesting he's trending in the right direction ahead of Sunday's divisional matchup. However, if the fourth-year pro can't overcome his ankle issue in Week 14, expect Jake Hanson to serve as the Jets' top right guard.
Vera-Tucker (ankle) is active for Sunday's matchup against Arizona, Randy Lange of the Jets' official site reports. Vera-Tucker is set to return from a two-game absence due to an ankle injury he suffered in Week 7 against Pittsburgh. His return comes at a good time, as fellow guard Jake Hanson is inactive Sunday due to a hamstring injury.
Vera-Tucker (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Cardinals, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports. Vera-Tucker practiced in full Friday after opening the Jets' week of practice with consecutive DNPs, so it appears that he's trending toward returning in Week 10. However, if Vera-Tucker cannot overcome his ankle issue Sunday, Olu Fashanu could work as the Jets' top right guard.
Vera-Tucker (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Thursday night's matchup against the Texans. Vera-Tucker was unable to practice all week after missing the Jets' Week 8 loss to the Patriots due to an ankle injury, so it's no surprise he'll be sidelined Thursday night. Jake Hanson is expected to serve as the Jets' top right guard in Vera-Tucker's stead.
Vera-Tucker (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Patriots, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports. Vera-Tucker suffered an ankle injury during the Jets' Week 7 loss to the Steelers. The injury was severe enough for him to miss all three practices this week, and the 2021 first-round pick will be sidelined for Sunday's contest. Xavier Newman came in for Vera-Tucker after the latter injured his ankle, but the former sustained a neck injury in that contest, leaving Jake Hanson as the top candidate to start at right guard for Sunday's AFC East clash.
Vera-Tucker (ankle) is considered to be doubtful to return to Sunday night's game against the Steelers. Vera-Tucker sustained an ankle injury in the first half and his night now appears to be done. In Vera-Tucker's absence, Xavier Newman took over at right guard versus Pittsburgh.
Vera-Tucker (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday night's contest against the Steelers. Vera-Tucker suffered an ankle injury in the first half of the game and his status for the rest of the night is uncertain as a result. Xavier Newman replaced him at right guard and will likely remain in that spot if Vera-Tucker is unable to return.