Jets coach Robert Saleh says Jamison Crowder's COVID-19 case an isolated incident

Robert Saleh said Jamison Crowder’s COVID-19 case was an isolated incident and there were no close contacts within the team. Saleh didn’t rule out the veteran slot receiver playing Sunday in Carolina.

Crowder is in the "COVID-19 protocols," Saleh said. Once he clears symptoms and has two negative tests at least 24 hours apart he can return to the team if he’s vaccinated.

"We’re taking it a day at a time," Saleh said.

The Jets returned to practice Monday after the players had a three-day weekend. Some went away, including quarterback Zach Wilson, who was in Las Vegas for BYU’s game. Saleh said players were tested and he’s "not anticipating" placing any players on the COVID-19 list.

"We’ve already cleared that hurdle," Saleh said. "Any time you travel, there’s obviously risk. I know our guys were very diligent. They went through all the different things they needed to go through.

"I’m not worried about the guys. They’ve already tested back in. We’re anticipating a clean transition."

Becton back

Left tackle Mekhi Becton is expected to be cleared Tuesday from the concussion protocol and be able to play Sunday. Becton suffered a concussion during a joint practice with Philadelphia on Aug. 24.

It’s still unclear who will start opposite Becton at right tackle. Morgan Moses — who started 96 straight games with Washington before signing with the Jets — is more established than George Fant. Saleh wouldn’t reveal the choice.

"We’ll see on Sunday," Saleh said.

Roster moves

The Jets officially signed ex-Browns safety Sheldrick Redwine and running back Josh Adams to the 53-man roster. Adams was on the practice squad, but there’s uncertainly about La’Mical Perine’s status due to a foot issue.

Two safeties were signed to the Jets practice squad: Former Jaguars starter Jarrod Wilson and Adrian Colbert, who played for Saleh in San Francisco. Wilson was in Patriots camp this year.