Geno Smith Set to Reclaim Starting Role with New York Jets

Geno Smith, drafted in 2013, served as the New York Jets' starting quarterback for his initial two NFL seasons. His tenure as the primary starter concluded following an incident with linebacker IK Enemkpali on August 15.

The Jets' Quarterback Turnover: A Decade of Change

Subsequently, the Jets have utilized a significant number of different starting quarterbacks. Since Smith's initial run, the team has started 13 different quarterbacks. Smith himself started one game in 2016 during his final year with the team.

These quarterbacks included:

• Ryan Fitzpatrick
• Bryce Petty
• Josh McCown
• Sam Darnold
• Luke Falk
• Trevor Siemian
• Joe Flacco
• Mike White
• Tim Boyle
• Aaron Rodgers
• Justin Fields
• Tyrod Taylor
• Brady Cook

Smith Returns Amidst Roster Adjustments

Geno Smith is now returning to the Jets and is expected to assume the starting quarterback role. The team's future roster decisions are pending. Justin Fields is anticipated to be released. Additional actions may include drafting a new player or signing another veteran to bolster the quarterback room. Currently, Fields and Cook are the only quarterbacks under contract with the team.

Smith is designated as the starting quarterback until further notice.

The acquisition cost for Smith in 2026 is $3.3 million.