The Jets have been attached to several quarterbacks in rumors and reports since Aaron Rodgers suffered his Achilles injury in Week 1. Names have included Tom Brady, Matt Ryan, Carson Wentz, Chad Henne, and even Colin Kaepernick.
One quarterback who hasn't been mentioned is Cam Newton. The 11-year veteran didn't play in the NFL last season after appearing in eight games (starting five) in a return stint with the Panthers in 2021. But at 34 years old and presumably still in great shape, Newton could still warrant a look.
Appearing on Robert Griffin III's podcast, RG3 and the Ones, Newton was asked if he'd join the Jets if they called him. But his answer might indicate why he's not currently with an NFL team.
"You not about to sit here and penny-pinch me, bro," Newton told Griffin. "I'm not about to sit up here and sign no $5.5 (million) deal, bro."
