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Jets Linked to Former AFC East Star to Replace Justin Fields

Jets Linked to Former AFC East Star to Replace Justin Fields

Summary

The New York Jets, struggling this season, may look to trade for San Francisco 49ers' backup quarterback Mac Jones to replace Justin Fields. Jones performed well filling in for an injured starter and could be a trade target in the off-season.

Key Facts

  • The Jets have a 2-8 record in the 2025 season.
  • The team has struggled to find a stable quarterback for many years.
  • The 2026 draft has a weak quarterback class.
  • Mac Jones is a backup for the San Francisco 49ers but played well due to an injury to the starter, Brock Purdy.
  • Jones has completed 69.6% of his passes and thrown for 2,151 yards and 13 touchdowns this season.
  • There is a possibility that the Jets might trade for Mac Jones this off-season.
  • Previous Jets quarterbacks like Geno Smith and Sam Darnold had success after leaving the team.
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