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Jets host QB Russell Wilson on free-agent visit
TL;DR
Russell Wilson visited the New York Jets for a potential backup quarterback role behind Geno Smith. This follows Wilson's time with the Denver Broncos and other teams since his release.
Key points
- Russell Wilson visited the New York Jets.
- The Jets are considering him as a backup quarterback.
- Geno Smith is currently set to start for the Jets in 2026.
- Wilson previously played for the Denver Broncos.
- Smith was Wilson's backup at the Seattle Seahawks.
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Former Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson visited the New York Jets, who are considering signing him as a backup quarterback, according to a report from The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt.
It would be an interesting scenario for New York, a club that is currently set to start Geno Smith in 2026. If signed, Wilson would serve as the backup behind Smith, who previously served as Wilson's backup.
Smith was Wilson's backup with the Seattle Seahawks from 2019-2021. Then, after Wilson was traded to the Broncos in 2022, Smith took over as Seattle's starter from 2022-2024. After that, Smith spent the 2025 season as a starter with the Las Vegas Raiders.
Wilson has played with the New York Giants (2024) and Pittsburgh Steelers (2025) since being cut by Denver two years ago. He also went viral over the weekend after making his Savannah Bananas debut:
Q&A
Why are the New York Jets considering Russell Wilson as a backup quarterback?
The Jets are exploring Wilson as a backup option to support Geno Smith, who is set to start in 2026.
What teams has Russell Wilson played for since leaving the Denver Broncos?
Since being cut by the Broncos, Wilson has played for the New York Giants in 2024 and the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2025.
What is the history between Geno Smith and Russell Wilson?
Geno Smith was Wilson's backup at the Seattle Seahawks from 2019 to 2021 before becoming the starter after Wilson's trade to the Broncos.