1 year ago

Jets give Zach Wilson permission to seek trade, GM Joe Douglas says: What could N.Y. get for QB?

The New York Jets have given embattled quarterback Zach Wilson permission to seek a trade, general manager Joe Douglas told reporters Wednesday. Joe Douglas gave Zach Wilson permission to talk to other teams about a trade. #Jets — Zack Rosenblatt February 28, 2024 In December, Jets coach Robert Saleh declined to confirm or deny a report that the team told Wilson it would trade him after the season. Jets owner Woody Johnson said recently that the Jets didn’t have a backup quarterback last season — which felt like a shot at Wilson too.

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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Dolphins bringing in former Jets QB Zach Wilson on 1-year deal to back up Tagovailoa, AP sources say

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The Miami Dolphins are bringing in former Jets first-round pick Zach Wilson on a one-year deal to back up Tua Tagovailoa, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Monday. He was the Jets’ starter for much of his three seasons in New York but failed to live up to the lofty …

3 months ago

Garrett Wilson is frustrated and his future will be a major decision for the next Jets GM, coach

Associated Press

Garrett Wilson clearly isn’t happy. “At the end of the day, we’ve got to find ways to get Garrett the ball more often,” interim coach Jeff Ulbrich said Monday. “He’s one of the best players on our team, if not one of the best players in this league, especially at his position, so the progression for a lot of different …

4 months, 1 week ago

Jets owner Woody Johnson suggested benching Aaron Rodgers in September: Sources

New York Times

The New York Jets fired general manager Joe Douglas on Tuesday, six weeks after the team fired coach Robert Saleh. According to multiple team sources who spoke to The Athletic about the team’s inner workings, Woody Johnson suggested a more drastic move earlier in the season. It also included a group of coaches: Saleh, offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett, then-defensive coordinator …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Jets’ Wilson and Adams imagined catching passes from Rodgers together during an offseason dinner

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Garrett Wilson got a call from Davante Adams during the offseason more than a year ago to let him know he was in New York City and invited the Jets wide receiver to join him and some friends for dinner. “I knew the whole time it wasn’t necessarily going to happen in the Pittsburgh game,” Adams …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Jets GM Joe Douglas is facing an uncertain future while hoping the 3-6 team can change the narrative

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Joe Douglas recognizes that his future with the New York Jets is uncertain. “Yeah, I mean we haven’t had a winning season, so we’re sitting here at 3-6 and so there’s a lot of frustration,” said Douglas, speaking Wednesday to reporters for the first time since before the season began. “But we’ve got an opportunity here …

5 months ago

Six NFL trades we’d like to see: Maxx Crosby to Lions, Nick Chubb to Cowboys

New York Times

Editor’s note: The Tennessee Titans traded wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins to the Kansas City Chiefs. Mike Jones’ three trade proposals New York Jets trade Haason Reddick to Detroit Lions for a 2025 fourth-round pick Why it makes sense Jones: After the devastating loss of Aidan Hutchinson, the Lions need pass-rushing help for their defense to remain a formidable unit. Well…@DMRussini …

5 months, 1 week ago

Jets trade for Davante Adams, reuniting star WR with Aaron Rodgers

New York Times

By Dianna Russini, Zack Rosenblatt, Tashan Reed, Vic Tafur and Jake Ciely Just one week after the New York Jets made a change at coach, firing Robert Saleh five games into his fourth season, New York made a second significant move, acquiring wide receiver Davante Adams from the Las Vegas Raiders, the teams announced Tuesday. “He’s made me look good …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Robert Saleh 'wanted to fire Jets offensive coordinator and Aaron Rodgers-favorite Nathaniel Hackett' before being dismissed himself

Daily Mail

One way or another, somebody was getting fired in at the New York Jets facility in Florham Park, New Jersey this week. Were it not for owner Woody Johnson's decision to fire head coach Robert Saleh on Tuesday, it would have been offensive coordinator and long-time Aaron Rodgers favorite Nathaniel Hackett who would have been canned, according to CBS Sports. …

7 months ago

Zach Wilson has been energized by Broncos experience. But what comes next?

New York Times

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Zach Wilson was zooming along an upward trajectory during Denver Broncos training camp when he smacked into a 261-pound roadblock. … I have to find a way to start better.” In Wilson’s uneven performance, though, Broncos coaches saw an opportunity. Broncos coach Sean Payton described it as a “heater” for Wilson as he showed off the arm …

10 months, 1 week ago

Can Zach Wilson begin a fruitful second act with Broncos? It starts in the huddle

New York Times

Few quarterbacks have faced more scrutiny during their first three years in the NFL than Zach Wilson encountered under the glaring lights in New York. “We’ll figure it out,” said Payton, who has given no indication of the quarterback pecking order since Wilson and Nix joined Stidham on the roster. “… But we’ll have a rotation, and we’ll go from …

11 months ago

Jets trade quarterback Zach Wilson to the Broncos, AP source says

Associated Press

Zach Wilson was expected to be the face of the franchise for the New York Jets. The Jets are sending Wilson and a seventh-round pick in this week’s NFL draft to the Broncos for a sixth-rounder, the person said. ESPN reported New York and Denver are splitting Wilson’s $5.5 million salary for this season as part of the deal. He …

11 months ago

Zach Wilson traded to Denver Broncos as New York Jets nightmare finally ends... with the two teams swapping late-round picks in the 2024 NFL Draft

Daily Mail

None of his three season's in The Big Apple left confidence for Jets fans Wilson was the second overall pick during the 2021 NFL Draft out of BYU Zach Wilson's tumultuous tenure with the New York Jets appears to be coming to an end as he's reportedly been traded to the Denver Broncos. Zach Wilson's horrible stay with the Jets …

11 months, 1 week ago

Jets GM Joe Douglas calls QB Zach Wilson an ‘asset.’ But the team remains open to trading him

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Zach Wilson remains a member of the New York Jets. “Zach is an asset and at that same time we’re obviously open to trading Zach,” Douglas said Thursday during his annual predraft news conference. “There have been discussions.” Douglas said the 24-year-old Wilson was not present — as he usually has been — at the team’s …

11 months, 1 week ago

Jets might have a tough call to make between a playmaker or protection at No. 10 in the NFL draft

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — The NFL draft board is wide open for Joe Douglas and the New York Jets. Or, the general manager could target another offensive lineman to make sure the 40-year-old quarterback stays upright after his debut with New York lasted just four plays last season because of a torn Achilles tendon. “I think it opens the door …

1 year ago

Jets sign former Chargers WR Mike Williams to 1-year deal. Move gives Aaron Rodgers a new playmaker

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets were served up a new playmaker on offense. Former Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams signed a one-year contract with the Jets on Tuesday, six days after he was released by Los Angeles. The Jets posted a video of Williams on X, formerly known as Twitter, biting into a Taylor ham, egg and cheese …

1 year ago

What’s Zach Wilson’s trade market? Examining potential suitors, what Jets could get in deal

New York Times

INDIANAPOLIS — The clock will soon strike midnight on Zach Wilson’s career with the New York Jets. Join me, @TimMMcMaster and @Marissa_Morris: https://t.co/HXOQgWDCKf — Zack Rosenblatt February 28, 2024 Financial implications If the Jets were to trade Wilson they’d save $5.45 million and incur a $5.7 million dead cap penalty. GO DEEPER Jets 10-step offseason plan: Trade Zach Wilson, get …

1 year ago

New York Jets give QB Zach Wilson permission to seek trade as prospects arrive at NFL combine

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — The New York Jets expected quarterback Zach Wilson to emerge as the new face of their franchise. General manager Joe Douglas said the Jets have given Wilson permission to seek a trade, perhaps marking an end to his tumultuous stint in New York. “We have had good conversation with his agent,” Douglas said Wednesday at the NFL’s annual …

1 year, 1 month ago

Jets 10-step offseason plan: Get Aaron Rodgers help on offense, trade Zach Wilson

New York Times

The New York Jets talked about themselves like Super Bowl contenders in training camp last year, and then — for many reasons — they didn’t even sniff the playoffs. The Jets won’t carry Tomlinson’s $18.8 million cap hit into the season, so they have three routes they might go: 1. The Jets also should extend 24-year-old corner Michael Carter II …

1 year, 2 months ago

Zach Wilson ruled out for Jets’ finale at Patriots. Could be end of quarterback’s time in New York

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Zach Wilson is done for the season — and perhaps so is his time with the New York Jets. Coach Robert Saleh announced Wednesday that Wilson remains in the concussion protocol and has already been ruled out for the team’s season finale at New England on Sunday. “It’s all things that we’re going to have to …

1 year, 3 months ago

Report: Jets owner decides that coach Saleh and GM Douglas will return next season

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — New York Jets coach Robert Saleh and general manager Joe Douglas will continue to lead the team next season, as expected. Owner Woody Johnson told the New York Post on Sunday that he will stand pat with the team’s football leadership, even after a dismal season that resulted in a 13th straight year for the franchise …

1 year, 3 months ago

Trevor Siemian to start for Jets if Zach Wilson does not clear concussion protocol

New York Times

The New York Jets will start Trevor Siemian at quarterback Sunday against the Washington Commanders if Zach Wilson does not clear concussion protocol, coach Robert Saleh said Monday. He wasn’t entirely inaccurate — the offensive line allowed six sacks and Wilson was hit seven times before leaving the game and eventually entering concussion protocol. If Wilson is cleared from concussion …

1 year, 3 months ago

Jets quarterback Zach Wilson leaves game vs. Dolphins with a concussion

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson is in the concussion protocol after leaving the 30-0 loss to the Miami Dolphins late in the second quarter Sunday. Trevor Siemian replaced Wilson on the Jets’ final series of the first half, and CBS originally reported that Wilson went into the locker room early to get hydrated. The Jets …

1 year, 3 months ago

Jets playoff hopes end after Zach Wilson suffers concussion in blowout loss vs. Dolphins

New York Times

Shortly after the Miami Dolphins walloped the New York Jets 30-0 on Sunday at Hard Rock Stadium, the Jets were eliminated from playoff contention after wins by the Cleveland Browns and Houston Texans. When asked after the game whether the Jets’ performance was embarrassing, coach Robert Saleh responded, “Yeah.” “You put together the best plan possible,” Saleh said. “They played …

1 year, 3 months ago

Zach Wilson and the Jets’ offense showed some life. Now they’ve got to prove it wasn’t just a fluke

Associated Press

Well, that certainly came out of nowhere. “I feel like that pressure that he’s been carrying just didn’t seem to be there,” said wide receiver Randall Cobb, who caught one of Wilson’s two TD passes. So does a return by Aaron Rodgers, who has said his goal is to return on Dec. 24 against Washington — if he’s cleared by …

1 year, 3 months ago

Jets’ Robert Saleh declines to discuss Zach Wilson’s future amid trade rumor: ‘Anything can happen’

New York Times

The Jets have fired Robert Saleh. New York Jets coach Robert Saleh declined to confirm or deny a report that the team told quarterback Zach Wilson it would trade him following the 2023 season. The question was asked on the heels of what the Jets coach called Wilson’s best game — a 301-yard, two-touchdown performance in a win against the …

1 year, 3 months ago

Zach Wilson leads Jets to 30-6 win over Texans in return. C.J. Stroud leaves late with a concussion

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Zach Wilson overcame a sluggish start, some big hits and a week of criticism and controversy by responding with the type of impressive performance the New York Jets have long been expecting. “That’s what we want every game to look like.” Wilson was 27 of 36 for 301 yards — his third career game of 300 …

1 year, 3 months ago

Jets finally open playbook for Zach Wilson, who lets it rip for signature win

New York Times

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — All week, Zach Wilson told his New York Jets teammates he just wanted to let loose, have fun and let it rip. “He’s out there having a good time.” Zach Wilson on Sunday Win 117.9 Pass Rating 2 Pass TD 75% comp pct 0 INT pic.twitter.com/tF8DUizkcp — NFL on CBS 🏈 December 10, 2023 Maybe the …

1 year, 3 months ago

Zach Wilson denies report he was reluctant to return to Jets' starting lineup, as quarterback prepares to lead team this weekend vs. Texans

Daily Mail

Zach Wilson has denied The Athletic's report that claimed he was reluctant to return to the Jets' starting lineup. Zach Wilson could soon return to the starting lineup for the Jets after briefly being benched Jets coach Robert Saleh made the announcement on Wednesday: 'Zach gives us the best chance to win' Zach Wilson discusses the report that was made …

1 year, 3 months ago

Zach Wilson to start at quarterback for the Jets on Sunday against the Texans

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Zach Wilson is back in as the New York Jets’ starting quarterback. “And we’ll give him another opportunity to go prove that.” The decision came a day after New York waived Tim Boyle following two ineffective starts and signed Brett Rypien off Seattle’s practice squad. When asked if Wilson will be the Jets’ starting quarterback the …

1 year, 3 months ago

Zach is BACK! Jets' Wilson is named New York's starter for Sunday's game vs. Houston after reports surfaced that the struggling QB was against returning to top of depth chart

Daily Mail

Zach Wilson is once again the New York Jets’ starting quarterback just days after reports surfaced claiming the struggling third-year signal caller was against returning to the top of the depth chart. Zach Wilson is once again the New York Jets’ starting quarterback Robert Saleh made the announcement on Wednesday: 'Zach gives us the best chance to win' Rodgers ripped …

1 year, 3 months ago

Jets to start Zach Wilson vs. Texans, rest of the season, Robert Saleh says

New York Times

The New York Jets will start Zach Wilson at quarterback Sunday against the Houston Texans and, “God willing,” the rest of the season, coach Robert Saleh said Wednesday. Boyle started the Jets’ last two games, but the team pulled him from Sunday’s loss to the Atlanta Falcons after a second week of poor play, replacing him with the veteran Siemian. …

1 year, 3 months ago

Zach Wilson is back as Jets starting QB, tasked again with saving a season

New York Times

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — For the last few weeks, New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson could be spotted in the locker room engaged in intense games of ping-pong with various teammates, smiling and laughing like there was a weight lifted off his shoulders. pic.twitter.com/kofs8evvwA — New York Jets December 6, 2023 The Jets turned back to Wilson after poor play …

1 year, 3 months ago

Zach Wilson reluctant to step back into starting role as Jets mull QB change: Sources

New York Times

By Zack Rosenblatt, Dianna Russini and Jeff Howe The New York Jets are prepared to make another switch at quarterback — but their top choice is reluctant to take on the job. The team is leaning toward turning back to Zach Wilson to start but he is hesitant to step back into the role, multiple team sources said Monday. Jets …

1 year, 4 months ago

Flying to Utah on his bye week, tripping over the 10-yard line, and taking 105 sacks over three dreadful seasons... how it all went wrong for Zach Wilson with the New York Jets

Daily Mail

The former second-overall pick should be cut, according to Boomer Esiason Wilson has been benched in favor of Tim Boyle for Friday's game against Miami For Zach Wilson, the 2023 season was supposed to be a kind of football rehab. The following is Mail Sport's look back at Wilson's turbulent tumble down coach Robert Saleh's depth chart: Zach Wilson reacts …

1 year, 4 months ago

As Jets’ offense struggles, analyzing the offseason roster decisions gone wrong

New York Times

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — If it feels like 2022 all over again around here, that’s because it might as well be. Just like last year, the New York Jets have one of the NFL’s best defenses and one of the worst offenses. Publicly, Saleh is still supporting Zach Wilson even as the third-year pro falls into the NFL’s dungeon of …

1 year, 5 months ago

What to expect from Jets at NFL trade deadline: Players to move, potential targets, team needs

New York Times

The Athletic has live coverage of the NFL trade deadline including the latest deals, rumors and analysis. The Jets’ first-/second-round picks in 2024 are tied up from the Rodgers trade — if/when he plays less than 60 percent of the snaps, the Packers will get the Jets’ second-rounder — but they still possess their own third-, fourth- and sixth-round picks, …

1 year, 5 months ago

Jets trade WR Mecole Hardman to Chiefs, per source: Why New York agreed to the deal

New York Times

By Dianna Russini, Zack Rosenblatt and Nate Taylor Hardman previously spent four seasons with the Chiefs after they selected him in the second round of the 2019 draft. Why New York agreed to the trade The Jets signed Hardman in free agency with the hopes that he could turn into a better, more athletic version of Braxton Berrios. Hardman spent …

1 year, 5 months ago

Zach Wilson, Jets show signs of life in loss to Chiefs. Can they carry it forward?

New York Times

NFL Week 5 Power Rankings are out now. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — New York Jets coach Robert Saleh walked to the lectern on Sunday night and gripped it so hard it should’ve snapped in half. – Jets QB Zach Wilson on his fumbled snap pic.twitter.com/ZFjwLUF1ue — NFL on CBS 🏈 October 2, 2023 On the sideline, Wilson blamed himself, but …

1 year, 5 months ago

Russini: What I’m hearing on the Jets, Colts, Vikings, Broncos and NFL Week 4 injuries

New York Times

Aaron Rodgers rejoined the Jets on Saturday night for the first time since surgery on his torn Achilles tendon in Week 1, speaking in their team meeting and imploring them repeatedly not to point fingers during their rough start to the NFL season. Two team sources say Jets owner Woody Johnson made no guarantees about Saleh’s and Douglas’ status before …

1 year, 5 months ago

Jets’ Robert Saleh remains confident in Zach Wilson, but acknowledges the QB must play better

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Robert Saleh still believes in Zach Wilson. The Jets signed veteran Trevor Siemian to the practice squad Tuesday, but Saleh said he’ll be inactive for New York’s game against Kansas City on Sunday night as he acclimates himself. “I haven’t spoken to Joe, but obviously Joe is an icon, a Hall of Famer and a well-respected …

1 year, 6 months ago

Jets sign veteran Siemian to their practice squad. Kaepernick reaches out for an opportunity

Associated Press

The New York Jets signed veteran quarterback Trevor Siemian to the practice squad Tuesday, giving them an experienced backup to embattled starter Zach Wilson. After the Jets’ 15-10 loss to the New England Patriots on Sunday dropped them to 1-2, coach Robert Saleh insisted the team was sticking with Wilson because “right now, he’s who gives us the best chance …

1 year, 6 months ago

Joe Namath says he’s ‘seen enough’ of Jets’ Zach Wilson: ‘Send him to Kansas City’

LA Times

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson is tackled by New England Patriots linebacker Josh Uche on Sunday at MetLife Stadium. A day later, Jets legend Joe Namath said he has no faith in Wilson as the team’s quarterback. “It’s going to go on deaf ears and whatever, but what we see on a day-in and day-out basis is a young …

1 year, 6 months ago

Jets’ commitment to QB Wilson has many fans and media puzzled. But there’s no quick or easy solution

Associated Press

At this point, most Jets fans would take anyone at quarterback other than Zach Wilson. Even Broadway Joe sounded off Sunday on social media during the Jets’ 15-10 loss to the New England Patriots — their 15th straight against their AFC East foes — and went even further Monday during an interview on “The Michael Kay Show” on 98.7 ESPN …

1 year, 6 months ago

Matt Ryan not interested in signing with Jets: What are New York’s options at QB?

New York Times

While veteran quarterback Matt Ryan is open to returning to the NFL, he has no interest in suiting up for the flailing New York Jets. Our very own @m_ryan02 sets the record straight on his interest in being the next QB of the New York Jets pic.twitter.com/wtuOIn7rqY — NFL on CBS 🏈 September 25, 2023 Ryan, 38, has not retired …

1 year, 6 months ago

Joe Namath: ‘I’ve seen enough of Zach Wilson,’ says Jets ‘made the wrong choice when they drafted him’

New York Times

New York Jets legend Joe Namath ripped the franchise’s starting quarterback Zach Wilson on Monday while speaking on ESPN’s “The Michael Kay Show.” “I don’t believe in him, I don’t believe he has a future as a good player, and I think they made the wrong choice when they drafted him, I feel that way,” Namath said. — Joe Namath …

1 year, 6 months ago

Jets are sticking with Zach Wilson despite the quarterback’s struggles

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The weather was ugly. “Overall, it just wasn’t good enough, from coaching to the players to all of it,” coach Robert Saleh said. “And that’s for multiple reasons.” He said he still supports his quarterback, and Saleh insists he’s not concerned about potential problems arising with his team by continuing to have Zach Wilson start. And …

1 year, 6 months ago

Rosenblatt: Zach Wilson, Jets are playing with a fear of failure, and it can’t continue

New York Times

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers has some thoughts on failure, a topic the New York Jets are well-versed on in recent years. “There’s an idea of fear of failure and that being crippling to some people, or a motivator to other people,” Rodgers said in August, a couple of weeks before his season ended, leaving the Jets to turn …

1 year, 6 months ago

Zach Wilson’s struggles continue as Jets listless in loss: How Patriots’ scheme worked

New York Times

The Athletic has live coverage of Jets vs. Chargers on Monday Night Football. New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson’s struggles continued against the New England Patriots on Sunday as the Jets lost 15-10. Since replacing Aaron Rodgers after New York’s first offensive drive of the season, Wilson has 467 yards with two touchdowns and four interceptions. Stop if you’ve heard …

1 year, 6 months ago

Jets offer encouragement for Zach Wilson in QB’s first start since Aaron Rodgers’ injury

Associated Press

ARLINGTON, Texas — Zach Wilson was in full uniform in the New York Jets locker room long after the game, getting some words of encouragement from tight end Tyler Conklin and some of his teammates. Even though the Jets had just lost 30-10 to the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, with Wilson thrust back into the starting role after four-time NFL …

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Aaron Rodgers heading to Pittsburgh Steelers? Russell Wilson's New York Giants deal fuels buzz

Hindustan Times

Veteran quarterback Russell Wilson has officially joined the New York Giants, and that in essence, rules out the possibility of Aaron Rodgers joining the club. Russell Wilson has joined the New York Giants, effectively ruling out Aaron Rodgers. Pittsburgh's current starter, Mason Rudolph, has yet to solidify himself as a franchise quarterback, making Rodgers a highly intriguing option for the …

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