Jets Say Russell Wilson's 2026 CBS Move Won't Alter Backup QB Plans
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Updated · NBC Sports · Jun 3
Jets Say Russell Wilson's 2026 CBS Move Won't Alter Backup QB Plans
3 articles · Updated · NBC Sports · Jun 3
Summary
Aaron Glenn said Russell Wilson’s decision to join CBS for the 2026 season has “nothing at all” to do with the Jets’ plans behind starter Geno Smith.
Wilson chose the analyst role on The NFL Today over a chance to compete for the No. 2 quarterback job in New York.
Geno Smith currently has Brady Cook, Bailey Zappe and fourth-round pick Cade Klubnik behind him, leaving the backup competition in-house for now.
Last month’s reporting said the Jets wanted a longer look at Klubnik in OTAs before pursuing a more experienced quarterback, a stance that now appears unchanged.