Trubisky, 31, has established a lengthy career as a reliable relief option rather than a full-time starter. He has started 57 NFL games across a career that began when he was the No. 2 overall pick in 2017. After four seasons with the Bears, he spent time with the Bills and Steelers, returning to Buffalo as Josh Allen’s backup in 2024 and entering free agency in 2026.
If the Jets pursue him, Trubisky would join a room expected to include multiple quarterbacks this offseason. Spotrac projects a two-year, $8.8 million free-agent contract for Trubisky, positioning him as a lower-mid-tier veteran playmaker at a modest cost for a quarterback-needy team.
An execution-level example of the Jets’ current quarterback situation underscores the need for depth at the position. In a recent matchup against Buffalo, a Jets backup entered late in the game and managed only a single completion for 32 yards, highlighting the room for upgrade and competition behind the presumed starter.
Overall, Trubisky’s experience as a primary backup and his affordable market value could make him an appealing option for the Jets as they reshape the QB room this off-season, balancing stability with potential upside. The team’s broader approach is expected to involve adding multiple quarterbacks to compete for roles in 2026.
