Marcus Mariota

Hughes lists Justin Fields, Marcus Mariota and Carson Wentz as names to watch. Hughes' generous labeling for the latter two players notwithstanding, the Jets' new, conservative approach to team-building can be taken as a positive. They are reportedly doing their due diligence on the potential Day 2 quarterback options and would ostensibly opt to bring a prospect along slowly, with guidance provided by the Taylor and the additional veteran. Hughes also notes that although "a trade up to the first two picks is too pricey, a trade up two spots is a far different story. If a quarterback the Jets like slips." Reading the tea leaves, it appears the Jets don't love Cam Ward or Shedeur Sanders, but may consider a trade to grab them if they tumble out of the top five.