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Dec 22, 2022; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) signals during the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 22, 2022; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) signals during the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
There were a lot of expectations from the QB class of the 2021 NFL draft. While Trevor Lawrence was a clear first pick, coming out of college, Zach Wilson also managed to excite many coaches and scouts with his elite throwing talent. With the 2nd overall pick, the New York Jets got the passer from BYU. Unfortunately, looking back at the decision, there might be a few regretful faces in the camp.
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Head coach Robert Saleh has created a promising team with the Jets. One of their biggest weaknesses has been the QB position. Especially after an awful outing in his first season, Wilson has failed to show improvements with the team. The QB was also replaced by a former XFL player, Chris Streveler, against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
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Following the bench treatment, fans had started to countdown the days of Wilson as an NFL starter and a Jets Player. However, it looks like the Jets aren’t quite done with him yet. According to latest reports, GM, Joe Douglas will not put the player on the trading block this season. The team thinks that their hardworking and team-friendly pick will get better in the future.
What the fans think about the ‘Zach Wilson’ plan
Whatever the headlines may read, the NFL world isn’t quite buying into the narrative. With the season, the 23-year-old is having, many believe that the news really is just what they expected.
I mean duh? Flacco and white are gone, and unless white plays amazing and they finish 2-0 to make the playoffs, they’ll be bringing in Carr or Jimmy G. Idk about a backup, but sitting Wilson was always the obvious plan. Low value, cheap deal. Still just 23.
— Sloan Jordan (@MysticRockStar) January 1, 2023
While this fan has another theory.
Cause they won’t get the price what they hope compare to 2nd overall pick! They’ll try next season and if it doesn’t work then they’ll just cut him.
— Rony (@RonyToThePoint) January 1, 2023
It’s clear that not many people rate the QB outside the organization.
Not going to get anything in return, that's why. .
— Jordan York🎙 (@JordanYorkMusic) January 1, 2023
While this guy believes that this is just a strategy to generate a little value for the player.
In other words, the Jets at least want to pretend they want to keep this excellent teammate with a great, hard working attitude in order to have some negotiating ability in trading him.
— Matt MahQueIn (@MattMahQuein) January 1, 2023
Furthermore, there are many more who think that the Jets are currently in a tough situation and are just trying to save face with the player.
Can’t shop a player when there’s no market for him. With that contract the Jets would have to give up a pick just to get someone to take Wilson off their hands.
— Kyle Lindemann (@LuckIsMadeFF) January 1, 2023
Cause they won’t get the price what they hope compare to 2nd overall pick! They’ll try next season and if it doesn’t work then they’ll just cut him.
— Rony (@RonyToThePoint) January 1, 2023
Whether the player remains with the Jets or not is yet to be seen. There will be multiple factors that influence the decision.
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“The frustrating thing is that this kid’s going to be a good quarterback.” The Jets’ HC explained. “The NFL and this new instant-coffee world that we’re in just does not want to give people time.”
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What are your thoughts on the young QB? Let us know in the comments.
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