Jets aim to bolster depth by signing veteran wide receiver

TL;DR

The Jets have signed veteran wide receiver Tim Patrick to enhance their depth. At 32, Patrick's recent performance has been limited due to injuries, making him more of a backup option.

Key points

Jets signed veteran wide receiver Tim Patrick
Patrick is 32 years old and had limited production in 2025
He missed two full seasons due to significant injuries
Projected starters for Jets include Garrett Wilson and Omar Cooper
Signing may be more about locker room influence than performance

Tim PatrickNew York JetsJacksonville JaguarsIndianapolis Colts

Dec 7, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Tim Patrick (17) makes a catch over Indianapolis Colts cornerback Kenny Moore II (23) during the second half at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images | Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images The Jets have agreed to terms with wide receiver Tim Patrick. ESPN’s Adam Schefter was the first to report it. It’s tough to view Patrick as anything more than a backup. He is 32 years old and only caught 15 passes in 2025 with Jacksonville. Patrick did have back to back 700 yard seasons in 2020 and 2021, but followed that up by missing two full years with a torn ACL and a torn Achilles. These two devastating injuries preceded a steep fall in his production. The Jets have Garrett Wilson, Omar Cooper, and Adonai Mitchell as their projected starters at wide receiver. The team will also likely use a fair share of two tight end sets with Kenyon Sadiq and Mason Taylor. There likely won’t be much playing time for Patrick. Nor should there be. This is a rebuilding team that would be best served giving its game reps to young players. I’d guess the Jets believe Patrick can be a positive locker room influence on a young team. That likely led to the signing more than expectations of production.

Q&A

What are Tim Patrick's career statistics and injury history?

Tim Patrick has had notable seasons with back-to-back 700 yards in 2020 and 2021, but he missed two years due to a torn ACL and a torn Achilles.

Who are the Jets' projected starting wide receivers for the upcoming season?

The Jets' projected starters include Garrett Wilson, Omar Cooper, and Adonai Mitchell.

Why did the Jets sign Tim Patrick despite his recent performance?

The Jets likely signed Tim Patrick for his potential positive influence in the locker room rather than for expected on-field production.

Jets aim to bolster depth by signing veteran wide receiver

TL;DR

Key points

Q&A

Related Articles

How to live stream Spurs vs Timberwolves: NBA Playoffs, TV channel

Felix Rosenqvist led Fast Friday, weather will be a factor: ‘It’s just one of those months’

Patriots Scheduled For 2 TNF Games, But NFL Says Rest Disparity 'Isn't Real'

Strake Jesuit football standout carries his family legacy to MIT

Rangers 2B Josh Smith diagnosed with viral meningitis, expected to be hospitalized at least a week, team says

Ravenwood girls lacrosse gets record win in TSSAA Class AA championship

More from Sports