In a developing story, the New York Jets have traded Zach Wilson to the Denver Broncos for draft picks. After not appearing at the voluntary meetings, Wilson’s tenure with the Jets after three years is over. While the trade compensation is still developing, the trade was for late-round picks. This ends an uneasy relationship between the former second-overall pick and the organization. The story is still in development, and we will have an update soon.
The Broncos New Quarterback
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New York after three years will trade the former second-overall pick to the Broncos after three years with the team. The Jets drafted him in 2021 after a breakout college senior year with BYU. During the tenure of the former BYU quarterback, he made mistakes as the future QB for the Jets and struggled.
New York traded for Aaron Rodgers last offseason in hopes of keeping Wilson and developing him, but Rodgers got hurt. Even with the help of Rodgers, Wilson struggled during this season, being benched for Tim Boyle.
Zach Wilson’s time as the Jets starting quarterback had a record of 12-21 with a career QBR rating of 73. Wilson’s numbers and maturity were issues for the Jets during those three years and needed to move on. The Jets this offseason were planning on trading the former first-rounder who was absent from training.
The Denver Broncos Outlook
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For the Broncos, this trade will help their quarterback depth this coming season, with Wilson potentially being their starter. The Broncos, while their depth in quarterback is weak, will get better for the upcoming season. Along with getting Wilson, there is a chance that the Broncos could still get a quarterback in the draft.
Draft Swaps For Both Teams
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Denver and the Jets will have a pick swap compensation and the details are unknown at the time. The pick swaps are late-round picks but could help both teams. Even if the player isn’t highly regarded, the draft picks could help both teams address their issues. The trade compensation for both teams could do well in the end for both teams.
Parting Thoughts
For the Jets, it’s proof that they are going all in with Aaron Rodgers for 2024. While the injury concerns are there, the Jets want to win the Super Bowl right now. The issues with Zach Wilson will be in the past, as the Jets are looking at their short Super Bowl window.
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