Report: Jets' Becton out 4-6 weeks with knee damage

New York Jets left tackle Mekhi Becton is expected to miss four-to-six weeks after injuring his knee in Week 1, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Becton will undergo arthroscopic surgery to clean up damaged cartilage, according to Schefter. The 22-year-old also dislocated his kneecap, sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

The blindside protector was carted off the field during the third quarter versus the Carolina Panthers. He appeared emotional while riding off, prompting fear Becton may have suffered a season-ending injury.

Becton was a bright spot for the lowly Jets last year as a rookie, though there were concerns about his fitness level throughout the offseason and into training camp prior to the 2021 campaign.

Jets safety Lamarcus Joyner also suffered an injury during the club's opener. He's expected to miss the rest of the season with a torn tendon in his arm that requires surgery, reports SNY's Ralph Vacchiano.

The Jets will take an 0-1 record into Week 2 after they fell to the Panthers.

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