The New York Jets are clearly digging deep to bolster their quarterback room, because they just worked out two signal-callers for a practice squad spot on Thursday: former second-round pick Will Levis and UFL MVP Jack Plummer. New York’s looking to add another arm to their broader roster, and these are some pretty intriguing names to be kicking the tires on this early in the season.
Will Levis: From Second-Rounder to Unclaimed Waiver Wire Surprise
Let’s talk about Will Levis for a minute, because this story is wild. The guy was a second-round pick just back in 2023, carrying all that draft capital and potential. He wasn’t just riding the pine either, he actually started 21 games for the Tennessee Titans from 2023 through 2024. That’s real NFL experience. During that time, he completed 61.0 percent of his passes for 3,899 yards, tossed 21 touchdowns, and had 16 interceptions. Those are solid numbers for a young guy getting reps in the league.
But then, disaster struck in 2025 when he missed the entire season due to injury. Fast forward to this past weekend, and the Titans waived him as part of their roster cuts. Here’s the kicker: he went *unclaimed*. Think about that for a second. A dude drafted in the second round, a guy who actually started 21 games in the big show, gets waived and nobody else in the league picks him up? That’s a massive head-scratcher and a huge sign of how quickly things can change in this league. Now the Jets are bringing him in for a look, not for the 53-man roster, but for the practice squad. It screams potential bargain for a team willing to invest some time in him.
Jack Plummer: UFL MVP Eyes an NFL Comeback
Then there’s Jack Plummer, a name that’s probably got a lot of folks saying, “who?” But trust me, this guy is a legitimate talent. Plummer is the UFL’s reigning MVP, an award he earned for his absolutely stellar season with the Orlando Storm. He wasn’t just good, he dominated that league, leading the UFL with an impressive 2,188 passing yards. What really pops is his touchdown-to-interception ratio: he threw 17 touchdowns against just one interception in 10 games. That kind of decision-making and accuracy, even in an alternative league, absolutely turns heads.
Plummer has been on the NFL radar before, having spent time with the Panthers. Plus, he’s been putting in the work this summer, with recent workouts for both the 49ers and the Dolphins. He’s clearly trying to claw his way back to the NFL, and his UFL MVP season has given him a golden ticket to show what he can do.
What’s Next for the Jets’ Quarterback Room?
The Jets are clearly looking to beef up their depth chart. Right now, behind starter Geno Smith, their 53-man roster only has rookie Cade Klubnik at quarterback. Veteran Bailey Zappe is already on their practice squad. So, bringing in Levis and Plummer for a practice squad spot signals they’re either looking for better competition there, or just want to stash a high-upside guy. It will be interesting to see who, if anyone, New York decides to add to their roster as they continue to refine their options.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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