Jets Backup QB Decision | New York Jets News

The Jets are locked in with Geno Smith as their starter, but the backup battle between Bailey Zappe and rookie Cade Klubnik is heating up. With playoff expectations low, investing in a veteran QB backup seems questionable—unless the front office truly believes they’re contenders. Names like Cooper Rush, Anthony Richardson, and Jimmy Garoppolo are floating around, but each comes with baggage: injury history, inconsistent performance, or steep trade costs. The smarter move? Let Klubnik get reps if Smith goes down—evaluating the future without overpaying for a stopgap who won’t change the team’s trajectory.

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