The NY Jets made a concerted effort to bring in a reliable backup quarterback for Sam Darnold in 2019 with the signing of former Denver Broncos starter Trevor Siemian in free agency.
Unfortunately, Siemian’s season was cut short before it ever really started.
Once it was announced that Darnold would miss time dealing with a case of mononucleosis, Siemian was given the reigns to the offense. No one really knew what to expect with Darnold out, but Jets fans at least took solace in knowing that an experienced former starter was taking over.