Jets Linked to $230 Million Star QB to Replace Justin Fields

Could the Jets put together a trade package to acquire Kyler Murray from the Cardinals?

Dec 21, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields (7) during warm ups before the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images | Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

The New York Jets desperately need a quarterback this offseason. They took a risk on Justin Fields and it didn't pay off, as Fields was one of the worst quarterbacks in the league.

Now the Jets need to find a new signal caller in the coming months, as they'll likely cut ties with Fields before the offseason ends. But there aren't very many solid options for the Jets to explore. They'll need to get creative to find the ideal solution.

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Daniel Chavkin of The Sporting News recently linked the Jets to a potential blockbuster trade for Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray. A move like this would be quite costly, but it would push the Jets in the right direction.

Kyler Murray could be the dream addition for the Jets

"At one point, Simpson was considered to be a contender for the first QB taken in the draft, but a rough end to his season means he's more likely a second-round pick," Chavkin wrote. "Still, Simpson flashed NFL talent in his lone year as Alabama's starter, making it likely he goes high in this year's draft.

"As was the case with Chambliss, Simpson could be a target for one of the Jets' picks in the second round, but Simpson if has a strong draft process, New York could take him with their second first-round pick at No. 16. Simpson does not have much experience, so he probably needs to sit a bit to start his NFL career."

Murray is the dream addition for the Jets, though it would cost some draft capital to get a deal done.

Fortunately for New York, it has five first round picks over the next two years. One of these selections could be used, alongside other draft capital, to bring in Murray.

Murray hasn't found much success with the Cardinals. While he's been a solid starter, he hasn't lived up to the expectations attached to him in the NFL draft. The Cardinals offense was arguably better when Murray was out last year.

Murray is a very similar quarterback to Fields. The Jets wouldn't need to change the offense much, if at all, to fit Murray and his skillset. It would be the perfect move to make, if it's affordable enough on the trade block.

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