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NFL·August 31, 2026 05:14 AM ET

Jets' Backup QB Question Looms Larger Than Line Depth

Jordan Meredith started 11 games for the Raiders last season.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 311 min read
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Why it matters: Meredith gives New York a player with 20 career starts and experience at center and guard. But Klubnik has not made a convincing case that he is ready to take over if Smith misses time, making quarterback depth the more consequential issue.

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