The New York Jets franchise quarterback is healthy again and ready to take back the reigns for the final quarter of the season. Aside from draft position, which of course is not a thought in the mind of any player or coach, the best positive development the Jets can get out of this final string is a strong finish from Sam Darnold.
Darnold remains the NFL’s leader in interceptions with 14, and his 68.3 quarterback rating is 32nd of 34 qualifiers, ahead of only fellow rookies Josh Rosen and Josh Allen. He’s had some low valleys in which his struggles to push the ball downfield, recognize open receivers, and lead late comebacks have cost the team.