A former Alabama receiver finally broke through, scoring his first NFL touchdown during the New York Jets’ Thursday Night Football battle. The Jets wideout delivered the highlight in front of a national audience, giving fans something to cheer after weeks of anticipation.
The Jets’ young receiver made his mark early, hauling in a well-placed pass to punch in his first career score, according to reports from AL.com. The play energized the New York sideline and added a spark to an offense searching for consistency.
According to multiple outlets covering Thursday’s matchup, the former Crimson Tide standout showed the same explosiveness he flashed in college. His route running looked sharp, and his timing with the quarterback finally clicked at the perfect moment.
The touchdown became one of the night’s top highlights, with broadcasters noting his improved confidence and on-field chemistry. Whether it was the crisp release, the strong hands, or the burst after the catch, the Jets clearly trusted him in a key situation—and he delivered.
Social media lit up the moment the touchdown happened.
“Been waiting for this! Roll Tide and Go Jets!” one fan posted.
Another wrote, “Kid’s got juice. Big future ahead.”
Jets fans celebrated the milestone as a sign of bigger things to come for the former Alabama star.
The Jets expect him to play a larger role in upcoming weeks as the offense continues to evolve. With another primetime matchup ahead, coaches will likely review his snap count and look for more ways to get him involved. If he builds on Thursday’s momentum, he could become a regular weapon down the stretch.
