NFL News NFL News, Reports and Updates
The New York Jets have several items on their offseason to-do list, and there’s one goal they ignored last year that they absolutely should focus on this year: Finding a backup quarterback.
When Aaron Rodgers went down with a torn Achilles in Week 1, Robert Saleh elected to go with the quarterback they benched in 2022 in former No. 2 overall pick Zach Wilson. He couldn’t do enough to keep his job, as the Jets started four different quarterbacks while finishing with a 7-10 record. New York opted against signing a free agent with starting potential, like Joe Flacco, who signed with the Cleveland Browns and won NFL Comeback Player of the Year while the Browns made the playoffs — something the Jets haven’t done in more than a decade.
The Jets hope the 40-year-old Rodgers can remain healthy and lead New York to glory in 2024, but it’s not a given — especially with him coming off of a torn Achilles. Grabbing a backup quarterback who could spot start if needed is necessary for the Jets this offseason. Below, we will break down five options for New York to consider.
The veteran…
Source link : https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/ranking-aaron-rodgers-backup-qb-options-for-jets-tyler-huntley-and-sam-howell-provide-intrigue-for-new-york/
Author : Jordan Dajani
Publish date : 2024-02-20 13:08:28
Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
