Jets Meet with Wilson for Backup Role

0:00On April 28th, the New York Jets just sat down with free agent quarterback Russell Wilson this Monday, eyeing him as their backup to Geno Smith. Heading into the 2026 season, multiple reports confirmed the meeting happened, but nothing's close to getting signed yet. Wilson, now 37, brings a stacked resume with 10 pro-bowl nods in that Superbowl ring from his Seattle Seahawks days after the 20-13 season. Lately, he's bounced around starting 11 games for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2024 and backing up in six games, including three. Starts. For the New York Giants last year? Fans and analysts are buzzing about this because the Jets snag Smith back from the Las Vegas Raiders in a March trade for a late-round pick swap. At 35, Smith's returning for his 13th NFL year with a team that drafted him, but after his rough 2025 was 17. Picks and the Raiders tying for the league's worst record, folks see him as a short-term fix. The Jets added Clemson quarterback Hayd Klobnik in the fourth round of last week's draft, signaling their building death, but Smith ain't the long-term answer.

1:09Wilson fits as that reliable number two who could step in if things go sideways next season. With the QB carousel still spinning in New York, keep an eye on how this plays out. Um, could be a smart veteran move or just kicking tires for now. That's your update from NFL News Today, powered by AI.