If Smith starts for the Jets, it will be the longest gap between starts with the team that drafted him by a quarterback selected in the first and second round, per Elias Sports. The current gap belongs to Boomer Esiason, who went five years between starts with the Cincinnati Bengals (1992-1997).

The New York Jets continue to add important depth.

Return specialist Kene Nwangwu is returning to the Jets.

The Jets have received two compensatory selections, giving them nine picks in the April draft to be held in Pittsburgh. The Jets' compensatories come in at the end of Round 4, 140th overall, and then at the end of Round 5,

The New York Jets certainly still have room to improve.

The New York Jets bring back an underrated LB on a one-year contract.

On a recent episode of “The Michael Kay Show” on ESPN New York, Michael Kay dropped the quote that should be sending shockwaves through Jets headquarters. Reporting what Martindale told Pat Leonard on the “Talking Ball” podcast, Kay relayed the bombshell directly:

The Jets are holding on to a versatile player, who has helped on both offense and special teams. New York hopes for a successful 2026 season.

Dane Belton signs with the Jets in free agency.