Report: Jets have offered Russell Wilson a contract

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The Jets have offered a contract to quarterback Russell Wilson after his visit. If he signs, he would back up Geno Smith, but Wilson is also considering retirement and a broadcasting career.

Key points

Jets offered Russell Wilson a contract after his visit
Wilson may back up Geno Smith if he signs
He is also considering retirement and a broadcasting career
Wilson's performance has declined in recent years
Jets hope for better QB2 option than current backups

New York Jets

New York Giants quarterback Russell Wilson (3) passes to a teammate before Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Jaylen Watson (35) can get to him, Sunday, September 21, 2025. | Kevin R. Wexler-NorthJersey.com / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images The Jets made some headlines last week as they brought in free agent quarterback Russell Wilson for a free agent visit. Wilson told Ryan Dunleavy of the New York Post that the Jets have made him a contract offer. If Wilson signed with the Jets, he would serve as the backup for Geno Smith. It would be a reverse of the situation with the Seattle Seahawks from 2019 through 2021 where Smith backed up Wilson. It isn’t a guarantee that the Jets will sign Wilson, however. The ten-time Pro Bowl quarterback has also been contemplating ending his playing career and going into broadcasting. He was reportedly in discussions with CBS last week regarding a potential analyst role. Of course, broadcasting could be in his future even if he was to decide to play one more year. The prospect of signing Russell Wilson is very unexciting for most Jets fans. While he was once a star, Wilson’s play has seen substantial decline in recent years as he has aged and lost his trademark mobility. The Jets certainly would not expect big things. They simply would hope he could be a better QB2 option than Brady Cook, Bailey Zappe, or Cade Klubnik.

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What contract offer did the Jets make to Russell Wilson?

The Jets have made a contract offer to Russell Wilson following his visit, but details of the offer have not been disclosed.

Why is Russell Wilson considering retirement?

Russell Wilson is contemplating retirement as he has discussed a potential analyst role with CBS, indicating he may transition to broadcasting.

How would Russell Wilson's signing impact the Jets' quarterback situation?

If signed, Wilson would serve as a backup to Geno Smith, providing the Jets with a more experienced QB2 option compared to their current backups.

Report: Jets have offered Russell Wilson a contract

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