David Garrard

The shrinking backup market might leave the Chicago Bears thin in the quarterback meeting room. Coach Marc Trestman described what type of player he's looking to add as Jay Cutler's backup.

The Around The League crew came together to project where big free-agent names like Jairus Byrd, Ben Tate, Michael Vick, Hakeem Nicks and Eric Decker will land this offseason.

Michael Vick and Josh McCown are among the available arms in free agency. Which teams have the greatest need for a quarterback, and which signal-callers fit best on their squads?

With questions about Geno Smith's future being hot topic this offseason, the New York Jets reportedly are looking at free agent quarterback Josh McCown to fill the role of veteran backup.

Geno Smith showed flashes of promise during a rookie season in which he started 16 games. So why won't the New York Jets anoint him the long-term answer at quarterback?

East Carolina QB Shane Carden, No. 7 on NFL Media analyst Bucky Brooks' list of the top QBs to watch in 2014, will be one of the top prospects to follow in Monday's Beef 'O'Brady's Bowl.

David Garrard said the New York Jets approached him about returning in 2014. The quarterback finally is healthy after a few injury-plagued seasons and wants to play on Sundays.

Geno Smith has held the New York Jets' offense hostage for more than a month. That won't stop coach Rex Ryan from sticking with the rookie as his quarterback against the Oakland Raiders this week.

The New York Jets' problems go far beyond Geno Smith and the quarterback situation -- and it's obvious, writes Adam Schein, that embattled head coach Rex Ryan will not be able to solve them.

New York Jets coach Rex Ryan reiterated that Geno Smith will start Sunday, but did leave the door open for Matt Simms seeing more reps in practice. Is Smith's leash shortening?

Geno Smith has faced a harsh spotlight since being drafted by the N.Y. Jets, but he says the criticism hasn't bothered him. He told ATL on Thursday he has focused on preparing for his rookie season.

Quarterback David Garrard is out in New York, but Mark Sanchez told reporters Thursday it doesn't matter who's on the roster. It won't change how the Jets quarterback approaches business.

In the wake of David Garrard's sudden retirement, who will the New York Jets turn to at quarterback? Forget about Mark Sanchez, Adam Schein writes, and hand the keys to rookie Geno Smith.

Add Steve Smith to the list of people who aren't fans of New York Jets QB Mark Sanchez. "I wouldn't let Mark Sanchez throw me a paper-bag sandwich," the Carolina Panthers receiver said. Huh?

David Garrard was a long shot to play for the New York Jets, but his retirement will have a ripple effect on the roster, including whether Mark Sanchez will remain with Gang Green.

David Garrard won't be involved in the New York Jets' wide-open quarterback competition, as the veteran said he's calling it quits because his "knee is not holding up."

It's no secret that the New York Jets are engaged in a wide-open QB competition. How long will it last? Offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg would prefer a speedy resolution.

Geno Smith was a harsh self-grader after his first practice with the New York Jets, but the team's decision-makers reportedly are happy with what they've seen from the rookie quarterback.