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Jets' Quarterback Hunt: Geno Smith, Draft Gambles

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The New York Jets, seeking a long-term quarterback solution, are considering Vanderbilts Diego Pavia in the 2026 NFL Draft. Despite concerns about his height, arm strength, and maturity, Scott Dochterman of The Athletic believes Pavias impact and leadership make him a valuable asset for the Jets. However, critics argue for bigger names like Garrett Nussmeier or Drew Allar. The Jets quarterback search continues with a mix of immediate fixes and draft risks.

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Jets' Quarterback Hunt: Geno Smith, Draft Gambles

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New York Jets News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Jets' Quarterback Hunt: Geno Smith, Draft Gambles. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

On April 3rd, the New York Jets grabbed Geno Smith from the Las Vegas Raiders this off-season to fix their quarterback mess right now. But everyone knows that's just a short-term move. They still need a long-haul answer under center, and with the 2026 NFL draft coming up, they're eyeing prospects to build their room. This draft class ain't stacked with elite quarterbacks, so the Jets might snack someone later on. The athletics Scott Doctorman just named them the perfect spot for Vanderbilt's Diego Pavia, who balled out last season like a Heisman contender. Pavia's got that fire that lifts his teammates, but he's 5 feet 10 inches tall with the shortest arms at the combine. Some call him Rambunctious or immature, and Scouts question his arm strength in size for the pros. Still, Doctorman argues those flaws make him a steal for a team like the Jets willing to bet on his impact. Critics push back, saying, skip the headache and chase bigger names like Garrett Newsmeyer or Drew Aller instead. Bottom line, the Jets quarterback hunt rolls on, blending quick fixes with draft gambles that could reshape their future.

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