Overview
- Coach Aaron Glenn confirmed on Monday that Cade Klubnik will be the New York Jets’ No. 2 quarterback behind Geno Smith.
- Geno Smith remains the established starter so Klubnik is unlikely to see regular-season snaps unless Smith is unavailable.
- The Jets cut veteran depth at the position over the weekend, releasing Bailey Zappe and waiving Brady Cook, with Cook claimed by the Miami Dolphins and Zappe expected to return as practice‑squad depth.
- Klubnik earned the job after getting the bulk of practice reps and three preseason appearances in which he completed 21 of 34 passes for 190 yards, one interception and no touchdowns.
- Related roster moves and injuries include the Jets claiming kicker Blake Grupe off waivers and edge rusher Joseph Ossai being ruled week‑to‑week with a ruptured plantar fascia, and the team says it will keep seeking a practice‑squad quarterback as insurance.