Geno Smith Is Happy to Be a Jet: AFC East QB Tier List
Geno Smith is returning as the starting quarterback for the New York Jets, a team that has not reached the playoffs in 15 years, as they attempt to end the longest postseason drought in North American sports. The article ranks the AFC East quarterbacks heading into the next season, placing Josh Allen first, followed by Drake Maye, Malik Willis, and Smith last. Despite optimism around some roster improvements, the Jets' outlook remains bleak compared to their division rivals.
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By Tyler ErzbergerShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The two worst franchises in North American sports over the past two decades are both from New York: the Buffalo Sabres of the NHL and the New York Jets of the NFL.Well, the Sabres finally broke through their futility and made the postseason in 2026.The Jets now sit alone, having not made the playoffs in 15 years, with Geno Smith back as their starting QB, trying to break the longest drought in North American sports.Can he do it?It's going to be a climb, as here is my ranking of AFC East QBs heading into the next season.More news: Bryce Young Is on the Rise: NFC South QB Tier List...More news: Rams Asked Ty…
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