Empire Writes Back
Fansided

New York Jets: 5 Quarterback Options in 2017 NFL Free Agency

By Nick Ziegler

Dec 24, 2016; Foxborough, MA, USA; New York Jets head coach Todd Bowles on the sidelines during the first half against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 24, 2016; Foxborough, MA, USA; New York Jets head coach Todd Bowles on the sidelines during the first half against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports /
facebooktwitterreddit
Prev
6 of 6
Next
New York Jets
Aug 31, 2016; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Mike Glennon (8) throws the ball against the Washington Redskins during the first half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

– Mike Glennon

Arguably the best option overall this offseason at the quarterback position is Mike Glennon. After the Tampa Bay Buccanneers used the No.1 overall pick on Jamies Winston, Glennon quickly became a backup quarterback and an afterthought in Tampa Bay.

Even though Glennon played decent for the Buccaneers, they decided that Winston was too good to pass on. Judging Winston by his first few seasons, he has certainly played well, and the decision looks like the right one.

For Glennon, he is now a free agent seeking a new team. Due to the Jets’ struggles, many have wanted Glennon to be the next quarterback. This offseason, those believers in Glennon might get their wish.

In his career, Glennon has totaled a 5-13 record as a starter. The poor record was one of the reasons why the Buccaneers didn’t stick with Glennon as a starter. However, he has totaled 30 passing touchdowns and 15 interceptions.

Next: 5 Bargains for the Jets in Free Agency

If the Jets were to sign Glennon, he would likely be the starting quarterback for them. Interest in Glennon would be a clear signal from the franchise that they don’t believe in Petty and Hackenberg.

Unlike some of the other options, Glennon will likely be looking for a decent contract this offseason. An investment in Glennon as a free agent would mean that the Jets have the confidence in him to be their starting quarterback.

Home/New York Jets