Despite having four quarterbacks on their current roster, the Jets need a franchise one, and Thursday’s NFL Draft will provide the fan base an answer to who will be next.
As it stands, Josh McCown is the projected starter for next season but coach Todd Bowles said he would start a rookie quarterback in 2018 if necessary.
“It depends on the progress,” Bowles said. “I’m not afraid to play young players at any position. You go in and compete and as you gain confidence in the system, understand what you’re doing and go through training camp.”
The Jets have started rookie quarterbacks in the past, most recently 2016 with Bryce Petty who went 1-3 that year.