The New York Jets have officially named quarterback Justin Fields their starting quarterback for the upcoming season. General manager Darren Mougey made it clear that the team believes in Fields’ untapped potential and expects him to lead the franchise out of its doldrums.
Fields signed a two-year, $40 million contract extension earlier this week, putting an end to speculation about his status as the starter. “We believe Justin is the starter,” Mougey said. “We believe in Justin; we believe we can win with Justin.”
The Jets evaluated Fields during free agency and the NFL Draft, praising his unique athletic skill set and leadership qualities. While there were concerns about his passing ability, Mougey noted that Fields showed promise during his six games started for the Pittsburgh Steelers last year.
Fields will now have the opportunity to take the next step in New York, with head coach Aaron Glenn looking forward to working with him. The Jets are confident that they can help Fields reach his full potential and become a key part of their franchise’s future.
Other notable developments from Mougey’s comments include the team’s focus on building a strong offense line, with four starters under 30 returning in 2025. However, the Jets are still searching for their right tackle starter, with Chukwuma Okorafor and Max Mitchell serving as backups.
Mougey also addressed the future of wide receiver Garrett Wilson, indicating that the team is not in a rush to extend his contract. Cornerback Sauce Gardner and linebacker Quincy Williams could also be due for new deals, but Mougey emphasized that the focus is on the draft first.
Source: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6242736/2025/03/30/justin-fields-jets-quarterback