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The NFL offseason is ripe for surprises, and few moves would stun the league more than trades involving established quarterbacks like Joe Burrow, Jared Goff, and Lamar Jackson. As teams evaluate their rosters ahead of free agency and the draft, speculation is swirling around potential blockbuster deals.
In a shocking article, Bleacher Report's Brad Gagnon didn't rule out the lowly New York Jets as a potential landing spot for Burrow, Goff, or even the two-time MVP Jackson.
For Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals, frustration mounts after having missing the playoffs since 2022 despite offensive firepower. Gagnon suggested that Burrow's injury history—missing chunks of two of the last three seasons—and his massive average annual salary could prompt a trade. The Jets, desperate for a proven arm and holding extra draft capital and cap room, could offer multiple first-round picks in 2026 and beyond for Burrow.
Similarly, Jackson's situation in Baltimore raises questions, according to Gagnon. After an 8-9 season in 2025, the Ravens face a rebuild under a new head coach. Jackson, now 29, has durability concerns, having missed time in three of the last five years.
Goff's case with the Detroit Lions is intriguing too. Despite statistical excellence, the Lions have won just two playoff games in three years and missed the postseason in 2025. At 31, Goff's future is uncertain.
The Jets, sitting at 3-14 last year, certainly need a spark to contend. It remains to be seen where they will find their next franchise QB, but it's more likely that they roll with a bridge option in 2026.