What to do at QB2; Will Jets Look to add vet Signal Caller?

What to do at QB2; Will Jets Look to add vet Signal Caller?

June 29, 2026 · 43 min

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The episode discusses the New York Jets' quarterback situation and the potential for adding a veteran backup.

With Geno Smith entrenched as the New York Jets starting quarterback this season, some fans are starting to wonder if Gang Green should be looking to add a more established backup. Bailey Zappe is currently viewed as the team’s second QB and rookie Cade Klubnik will get every shot to take that job out of camp. But should a more proven veteran option be on the table? https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/72749944/download.mp3 For a team unlikely to make the playoffs, parting with any assets to deal for a quarterback who will do nothing to change the trajectory of the season would make little sense. Even if it’s a late-round pick, what could that possibly bring in return. The Jets would be better off letting their current backups battle it out and hope Klubnik wins the job. However, if Darren Mougey and Aaron Glenn believe their team will make a playoff push and an more experienced backup would be desirable, here are the options they’d be looking at. Cooper Rush: Rush is a free agent who some suggested the Jets may pursue in previous weeks and might be the best of a bad bunch. The former Cowboy and Raven has a 9-7 record in sixteen career starts. Anthony…

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