Breaking: Jets Add 50-Touchdown Quarterback Ahead Of 2025 Season

   

The New York Jets are completely starting over at quarterback during the 2025 season.  After moving on from Aaron Rodgers this off-season, they acquired Justin Fields and will seemingly have Tyrod Taylor back him up.

However, there is another quarterback in the mix that will try to compete for a starting job.

Breaking: Jets Add 50-Touchdown Quarterback Ahead Of 2025 Season

Aug 12, 2023; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New York Jets helmet during the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 12, 2023; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New York Jets helmet during the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports

There’s a new quarterback in Florham Park, and he brings a strong SEC resume:

The New York Jets have added former Missouri standout Brady Cook to their roster as part of a wave of rookie signings ahead of minicamp. Cook joins a team in transition, but also one brimming with new energy and fresh faces.

Cook, who played five seasons at Missouri and started three, posted a career 26-13 record while completing 65.9 percent of his passes. He racked up 9,251 passing yards, 50 touchdowns, and just 15 interceptions, placing him among the top five in multiple statistical categories in school history.

The 23-year-old will wear No. 4 at minicamp.

 

 

Mar 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Missouri quarterback Brady Cook (QB02) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Mar 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Missouri quarterback Brady Cook (QB02) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The Jets didn’t just sign a quarterback; they added a player already familiar with their top rookie. Offensive tackle Armand Membou, the team’s first-round pick this year, blocked for Cook at Missouri. That shared history could pay off quickly as the team begins minicamp with a reset coaching staff and a retooled roster.

Cook arrives in a quarterback room led by newly signed veteran Justin Fields, who is expected to start Week 1. He’ll likely compete for the backup role with Tyrod Taylor, a longtime veteran who brings a steady presence. Cook’s path to the 53-man roster won’t be easy, but with Travis no longer in the picture, there’s a real chance for him to carve out a role.

Aug 12, 2023; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New York Jets helmet during the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 12, 2023; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New York Jets helmet during the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports

Here is a look at Cook’s college stats:

Season Team Games Passing Rushing
GP GS Record Comp Att Pct Yards Avg TD Int Rate Att Yards Avg TD
2020 Missouri 3 0 0–0 6 7 85.7 72 10.3 1 0 219.3 1 -10 -10.0 0
2021 Missouri 6 1 0–1 46 58 79.3 345 5.9 2 0 140.7 22 92 4.2 1
2022 Missouri 13 13 6–7 248 383 64.8 2,739 7.2 14 7 133.2 139 585 4.2 6
2023 Missouri 13 13 11–2 244 369 66.1 3,317 9.0 21 6 157.2 113 319 2.8 8
2024 Missouri 12 12 9–3 201 321 62.6 2,535 7.9 11 2 139.0 87 223 2.6 5
Career 47 39 26−13 745 1,138 65.5 9,008 7.9 49 15 143.5 362 1,209 3.3 20
Oct 26, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Missouri Tigers quarterback Brady Cook (12) throws a pass during the first half against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Butch Dill-Imagn Images
Oct 26, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Missouri Tigers quarterback Brady Cook (12) throws a pass during the first half against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Butch Dill-Imagn Images