Jets Sign QB Bailey Zappe to Futures Contract

The New York Jets signed quarterback Bailey Zappe to a futures contract on Monday, adding depth to a position plagued by inconsistency during their 3-14 season. The move comes as the team prepares for a critical offseason overhaul at quarterback, following underwhelming performances from Justin Fields, Tyrod Taylor and undrafted rookie Brady Cook.

Zappe, a 26-year-old journeyman, has appeared in 15 NFL games over four seasons, starting nine with a 4-5 record. He completed 62.1 percent of his passes for 2,223 yards, 12 touchdowns and 14 interceptions. Drafted in the fourth round by the New England Patriots in 2022, Zappe served as a backup to Mac Jones before taking over as starter late that year, going 2-0 with a 70.7 completion percentage, 781 yards, five touchdowns and three interceptions. His performance dipped in 2023 with the Patriots, where he went 2-4, completing 59.9 percent of his passes for six touchdowns and nine interceptions. Last season, Zappe started one game for the Cleveland Browns in Week 18 of 2024, completing 51.6 percent of his passes for 170 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions. He spent the 2025 season on the Browns' practice squad before being...