In a surprising move, the New York Jets and Denver Broncos have agreed to a trade deal involving quarterback Zach Wilson. According to multiple reports, Wilson will be traded from the Jets to the Broncos in exchange for draft pick swaps.
Wilson was selected by the Jets with the second overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. However, his tenure with New York has been disappointing, as he failed to establish himself as a reliable starter and was benched multiple times. The Jets brought in Aaron Rodgers last season, which further diminished Wilson's chances of starting for the team.
The Broncos have been searching for a stable quarterback solution since Peyton Manning retired. They released Russell Wilson earlier this offseason, leaving them without a clear starter. Jarrett Stidham currently leads the depth chart, but he has limited experience and has yet to prove himself as an NFL starter.
Wilson will join the Broncos and compete for the starting job alongside Stidham. The Jets are expected to receive a sixth-round pick in return for Wilson, while Denver will pay part of his $5.5 million salary next season.
The trade comes just days before the 2024 NFL Draft, where the Broncos could still be in the market for a quarterback prospect. The Jets, on the other hand, may look to address their needs at other positions with their draft picks.
This trade marks another chapter in Wilson's young NFL career. He will have an opportunity to prove himself with a fresh start and potentially earn a starting role in Denver. For the Broncos, this move adds depth and competition at the quarterback position.