The New York Jets really want someone to push Geno Smith and it may not be Sanchez.
The New York Daily News is reporting that the Jets would like to bring back Mark Sanchez at a good rate, but if not, they are interested in soon to be Bears free agent Josh McCown.
The Daily News has learned that the Jets are eying Bears quarterback Josh McCown in free agency to provide a viable alternative in case Smith regresses. McCown, coming off an impressive season that included five starts in relief of an injured Jay Cutler, is expected to draw a fair amount of interest when free agency begins on March 11. The Jets, who are expected to release Mark Sanchez next month, believe McCown would be a quality backup.
The Jets’ brain trust never truly viewed David Garrard as a viable option when Smith struggled midway through last season. Matt Simms, the No. 2 signal-caller on the depth chart, was even less experienced than Smith.
The Jets will have options at quarterback and reports of Michael Vick have also been raised.