The New York Jets have made a move to address their struggling quarterback situation by signing veteran free agent Trevor Siemian to their practice squad. Siemian, who was released by the Cincinnati Bengals in the preseason, joins Zach Wilson and Tim Boyle in the Jets’ quarterback room. This signing comes after another poor performance by Wilson, who has been under intense pressure to perform. While Wilson will start Sunday night against the Kansas City Chiefs, Siemian provides the Jets with a quarterback option with starting experience if Wilson continues to struggle.
Siemian, 31, has had a mixed career in the NFL. He was the Denver Broncos’ full-time starter in 2016 and 2017 but has since been relegated to backup duty. His career record is 13-17, with 42 touchdowns and 28 interceptions. Siemian has not won a start since 2017 and has dropped six consecutive starts, including one for the Jets in 2019. He started against the Jets last season while playing for the Chicago Bears and struggled in a 31-10 loss.
The Jets’ decision to sign Siemian comes after former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick wrote a letter to Jets general manager Joe Douglas, asking to be considered for the practice squad. However, it is unlikely that the Jets will turn to Kaepernick, as he has not played in the NFL since 2016 and is unfamiliar with the team’s playbook.
The Jets have been linked to other available quarterbacks such as Carson Wentz, Matt Ryan, and Chad Henne since Aaron Rodgers went down with an Achilles tear. However, they expressed interest in Henne, who declined, and reportedly rejected overtures from Wentz and Ryan. Siemian provides the Jets with a backup option while they continue to evaluate Wilson’s performance.
In conclusion, the struggling Jets have signed veteran quarterback Trevor Siemian to their practice squad as they look to address their quarterback situation. Siemian brings starting experience to the team and could be an option if Wilson continues to struggle. While there were calls for the Jets to sign Colin Kaepernick, it is unlikely that they will turn to him. Siemian’s signing gives the Jets another option at quarterback as they navigate a challenging season.
FAQs
1. Who did the Jets sign as a backup quarterback?
The Jets signed veteran quarterback Trevor Siemian to their practice squad.
2. Has Trevor Siemian been a starting quarterback before?
Yes, Siemian was the Denver Broncos’ full-time starter in 2016 and 2017.
3. Will Siemian replace Zach Wilson as the Jets’ starting quarterback?
No, Siemian will be a backup option for the Jets. Wilson will remain the starting quarterback for now.
4. Did the Jets consider signing Colin Kaepernick?
Colin Kaepernick wrote a letter to the Jets expressing his interest in joining the team’s practice squad. However, it is unlikely that the Jets will sign him.