The Jets Are Ready to Ghost Brendan Sorsby, and Sam Darnold's Seen That Playbook Before
Alright, 12s, you know how it goes. The NFL regular season is charging towards us, and while we're hyped for our Hawks, you just can't look away from the train wreck that is the New York Jets' quarterback situation. Seriously, it's a saga that could have its own HBO series. They've been chasing a true year-to-year franchise QB since the days of Joe Namath! And get this: the latest buzz out of New York involves Brendan Sorsby, a guy any team without a rock-solid signal-caller *should* be checking out. But it sounds like the Jets are already trying to punt on him, and honestly, Sam Darnold, our very own QB, probably just sighed deeply, because he's lived this movie before.
Back to the QB Carousel for the Jets?
Rich Cimini over at ESPN took a deep dive into whether the Jets are even going to try and make a move for Sorsby, and what he found is classic Jets. Apparently, "one person close to the situation doubted the Jets’ interest," suggesting they "don’t want to deal with it." Can you believe that? A team that’s been starving for stability at the most important position in football since bell bottoms were in style might just dismiss a potential solution because they "don’t want to deal with it." The level of frustration here for their fanbase has to be immense. Imagine having a shot at a game-changer and shying away because it requires, you know, *work*.
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Why This Hits Different for Sam Darnold and Seattle Fans
Look, the source article points out exactly why the Jets are wrong to even consider tapping out. The potential reward with Sorsby is too great to ignore. This isn't just about a guy who can throw a ball; it's about doing the due diligence: evaluating the player, understanding the situation that led to his NCAA eligibility forfeiture, and assessing the likelihood of a relapse. It's an investment, not a burden. And it would be incredibly fitting, after all their legendary "swings and misses" at quarterback, for them to just walk away from this opportunity. Their list of past attempts includes Geno Smith, Christian Hackenberg, Zach Wilson, and yeah, you guessed it, Sam Darnold. Our Sam Darnold. He knows this feeling intimately.
The fact that an unnamed evaluator in Cimini's article even asked, "If he’s a clear-cut first-rounder, why d" tells you everything you need to know about the confusion surrounding the Jets' decision-making process. They’ve literally been "coveting" a franchise quarterback for decades, and yet when a name like Sorsby comes up, there's immediate doubt and a perceived unwillingness to "deal with it." It's mind-boggling!
So, while the Jets continue their annual QB drama, we here in the Emerald City are focused on our own guy, Sam Darnold, under Mike Macdonald's leadership and Brian Fleury's offense. It'll be a different energy for Darnold, and frankly, a much-needed fresh start. The NFL regular season is creeping closer, and we're ready to see our Hawks fly, leaving the Jets to untangle their own messes.
This article was created with AI assistance and reviewed by Seattle On Tap editorial staff. Always verify information with official team sources.