The New York Jets made a move earlier this week that could shape the direction of their offense heading into a pivotal offseason: they hired Frank Reich as their new offensive coordinator. Reich, a veteran coach with deep ties across the league, brings experience, a quarterback-friendly system, and-perhaps most notably-a history with certain signal-callers that could come back into play.
With the Jets in the market for a new starting quarterback, Reich’s arrival naturally raises some interesting possibilities. One name that’s already starting to surface? Carson Wentz.
There’s plenty of history between Reich and Wentz. Back in 2016, Reich was the offensive coordinator in Philadelphia when the Eagles drafted Wentz with the No. 2 overall pick.
By Wentz’s second year, the pairing looked like a match made in football heaven. Wentz blossomed into an MVP candidate in 2017, leading a dynamic Eagles offense before a late-season injury opened the door for Nick Foles to carry the team to a Super Bowl title.
Still, that 2017 campaign was the high-water mark of Wentz’s career-and Reich was a big part of that.
Reich and Wentz reunited in 2021 when Reich, then the head coach of the Indianapolis Colts, brought Wentz in to be his starter. The Colts hoped that the familiarity would reignite some of that 2017 magic.
It didn’t quite pan out. Wentz’s lone season in Indy was uneven, and the team moved on after just one year.
But the connection between the two remains undeniable.
Since then, Wentz has bounced around the league, trying to find his footing. Most recently, he started five games for the Minnesota Vikings in 2025, posting a 2-3 record with six touchdown passes against five interceptions.
Not exactly headline-grabbing numbers, but enough to show he can still function as a stopgap or bridge starter. He’s now headed to free agency once again.
For the Jets, the quarterback search is wide open. They’ll be looking to reset the position after another season of instability under center.
Whether they go the veteran route or target a young prospect remains to be seen. But with Reich now calling plays, the door is at least cracked open for a Wentz reunion.
Let’s be clear: the Jets should be aiming higher. They need a long-term solution, not just a familiar face. But in a league where relationships matter-and where coaching familiarity can often tip the scales-don’t be surprised if Wentz’s name surfaces in internal discussions.
The Jets’ quarterback room is due for a shakeup, and Reich’s arrival adds a new layer to that storyline. Whether it leads to a Wentz reunion or not, one thing’s certain: the Jets are entering an offseason full of decisions, and the quarterback choice will define how far they can go in 2026.