Bills Eye Jets' Potential QB Move with Interest
As the Buffalo Bills gear up for the offseason, fans are buzzing with anticipation about potential moves by GM Brandon Beane. The challenge?
Crafting enough cap space to bring in fresh talent. It's a tricky balancing act, but one the Bills are equipped to handle better than some of their division rivals.
Enter the New York Jets, a team facing a pivotal offseason with their head coach under pressure and a glaring need at quarterback. With Justin Fields not panning out and Oregon's Dante Moore opting to stay in college, the Jets are scrambling for solutions. They might be forced to either reach for a quarterback in the draft or explore the trade and free agency markets.
One intriguing possibility is the Jets' interest in 49ers backup QB Mac Jones. As reported by Kristopher Knox, Jones tops the list of potential trade targets, with the Jets eyeing him as a possible acquisition.
The suggested trade value? A 2026 second-round pick.
For Bills fans, the notion of the Jets trading for Jones might be amusing. Despite his struggles in New England and a stint with the Jaguars, Jones found some footing in San Francisco.
Under Kyle Shanahan, he stepped up when Brock Purdy was injured, throwing for 2,151 yards, 13 touchdowns, and 6 interceptions. His performance was solid for a backup, sparking chatter about his potential to start again.
However, if the Jets were to part with high draft capital for Jones, it could be seen as a risky move. With only a year left on his contract and a less-than-ideal setup in New York, the trade might not pan out as hoped. This scenario could bring a chuckle to Bills fans, given Jones' previous struggles in the AFC East.
While the 49ers might be hesitant to let go of Jones after his recent performances, an enticing offer could sway GM John Lynch. A high draft pick for a backup might just be too tempting to pass up.
As the offseason unfolds, both the Bills and Jets will be teams to watch, each navigating their own paths with strategic moves and potential surprises.