Zach Wilson’s His time with the New York Jets appeared to be coming to an end last month when the Jets gave him permission to seek a trade. But owner Woody Johnson told reporters this week that his 2021 first-round draft pick could remain.
Johnson told the media at Monday’s NFL owners meeting that Wilson would stay. jets If you cannot find a trading partner.
New York Jets No. 2 Zach Wilson leaves the field after the Las Vegas Raiders’ victory over the Jets at Allegiant Stadium on November 12, 2023 in Las Vegas. (Steve Marcus/Getty Images)
“If we don’t trade him, we’re going to keep him,” Johnson said, adding that “it’s possible” Wilson could learn from Aaron Rodgers next season.
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“I feel bad for Zach in a way because he would have had a great result last year. It would have been the first time for him to sit back and watch the masters work, and he never had that. ” added Johnson.
“He’s been in the fire from day one. I think that’s what he needs. He needs to be in a place where he can be observed for a while. He’s got the skills. He can do anything. I think that’s what he needs. There’s a reason why we drafted him No. 2 overall, and I’m confident he can get there one day.”
But Johnson admitted it would be “better” for Wilson to move on.
New York Jets No. 2 Zach Wilson reacts during the second half of a game against the Los Angeles Chargers on November 6, 2023 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)
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“From his point of view, it would probably be better if he could change his face and go somewhere new and have a clean slate. I think that’s probably good for him.”
During the last month NFL Honors, Johnson appeared to take aim at Wilson while discussing the quarterback position and the team’s offensive struggles. On Monday, he appeared to clarify those comments, saying the blame doesn’t lie solely on the quarterback.
“The quarterback is just one player. The quarterback, including Zach, can’t play without the line, and without the line, it’s hard to run the ball, and it’s hard to protect the quarterback. So, it’s the quarterback. We need your cooperation. ”
New York Jets owner Woody Johnson cheers during introductions during the game between the Atlanta Falcons and New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on December 3, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Al Pereira/Getty Images)
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Wilson’s tumultuous three-year tenure with the Jets may be coming to an end. After being drafted No. 2 overall by BYU, Wilson struggled to be benched multiple times, had more interceptions (25) than touchdowns (23), and went 12-21 as a starting QB. He has a record of.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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