Jets' Blasts from the Past: Smith & Davis Return

0:00It's March 31st. Welcome in. This is NFL News Today, where the lead meets AI, I'm Corey with the story. The New York Jets are shaking things up for 2026, bringing back quarterback Gino Smith and linebacker Demario Davis after over a decade. Without playoff since 2010, Smith is returning via trade from the Las Vegas Raiders, who got a sixth round pick in exchange for him and a seventh rounder. Both vets are rocking their old jersey numbers, Smith in number 7, and Davis in number 56. Smith was originally drafted by the Jets back in 2013, where he played four seasons, throwing for nearly 6,000 yards, 28 touchdowns, and 36 picks. Davis is on his third spin with the team, adding that veteran edge to the defense. Fans are buzzing about these reunions, with Smith saying he's a shopper player now than his Seattle days, and has plenty of football left in him. Davis feels this return is on purpose, clearer on his role and ready to elevate the locker

1:01room with the lead play every year. Word is, Aaron Glenn is locked in Smith as the starting quarterback for 2026. Meanwhile, the Jets send heavy hitters to check out quarterback Ty Simpson's pro day, hinting at more moves in the works. These blasts from the past could spark the turnaround the Jets crave, setting the stage for fresh push to our contention.