LaDainian Tomlinson says it's not even a debate in his mind -- if he's Todd Bowles, Teddy Bridgewater is the starting QB on opening day for the NY Jets.
Darnold -- the #3 overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft -- has been solid in the pre-season ... showing real potential, despite his inexperience.
On the other hand, Teddy Bridgewater has been a STUD after coming back from one of the worst knee injuries in the history of the league.
The race for the starting job has been neck and neck -- and the team hasn't made an official announcement as to who will start Week 1.