Jets will keep Zach Wilson if team cannot find trade partner for quarterback, owner says

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Zach Wilson’s time with the New York Jets seemed to be coming to an end last month when the organization granted him permission to seek a trade. However, owner Woody Johnson told reporters this week that there is a possibility that the 2021 first round draft pick stays on. 

Speaking to the media at the NFL owners meetings on Monday, Johnson explained that Wilson would remain with the Jets if they are unable to find a trade partner. 

Zach Wilson, #2 of the New York Jets, walks off the field after the Las Vegas Raiders defeated the Jets to win the game at Allegiant Stadium on Nov. 12, 2023 in Las Vegas. (Steve Marcus/Getty Images)

"If we don't trade him, we're going to keep him," Johnson said, adding that it’s "possible" Wilson can still learn from Aaron Rodgers in the upcoming season. 

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"I feel badly about Zach in some ways because last year it would've been a great – it would've been the first time he could just sit back and watch a master at work, and he's never had that," Johnson added. 

"He's been in the fire from Day 1, and I think that's what he needs. He needs to be in a place where he can observe for a while. He's got the skill. He can do everything. There's a reason we drafted him at No. 2 overall, and I have confidence that he'll get there at some point."

Johnson admitted, however, that it would be "better" for Wilson to move on. 

Zach Wilson, #2 of the New York Jets, reacts during the second half against the Los Angeles Chargers at MetLife Stadium on Nov. 6, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)

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