Sam Darnold

The Jets are approaching a critical destination this offseason, and their path of descent could vary drastically. With the draft still two months away, Sam Darnold's future firmly remains hanging in the balance.

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks identifies the three paths Pittsburgh can take at the game's most important position. Plus, the best team fits for J.J. Watt.

Will George Kittle's 49ers or Julio Jones' Falcons go from worst to first? Gil Brandt ranks all eight candidates to flip their fortunes in 2021.

Who are the winners and losers of the Carson Wentz trade? Judy Battista explores what this means for the Philadelphia Eagles, Indianapolis Colts and a few outside parties.

NFL.com editors evaluated every quarterback who started a game (including the playoffs) during the 2020 NFL season to create a complete ranking from 1 to 59. Did winning Super Bowl LV give Tom Brady enough juice to knock MVP Aaron Rodgers from the top spot?

With Trevor Lawrence likely no longer in play, the Jets' course of action with Sam Darnold has become more intriguing. Will they keep him? Will they trade him? Will they draft another QB in the first round? Former teammate Jamal Adams said all the speculation hasn't been easy on Darnold. 

Last March, Tampa Bay went all in with the signing of Tom Brady, a get-rich-quick scheme that paid off handsomely. Now, after the Bucs' success, many in this copycat league are bracing for falling dominos, with unprecedented quarterback movement this offseason, writes Michael Silver.

During an appearance on the latest of the Huddle & Flow podcast with NFL Network's Steve Wyche and Jim Trotter, Jets head coach Robert Saleh remained quiet on whether or not he believes the Sam Darnold is going to be the guy next season. 

The Jets introduced their new head coach Robert Saleh on Thursday, one week after announcing his hire. With Saleh's arrival to New York comes a complete change in energy and outlook from the Adam Gase era.

Washington and Cleveland just turned putrid seasons from 2019 into playoff journeys in 2020. Which NFL teams could follow suit in the 2021 campaign? Marc Sessler spotlights four particular franchises.

Who wouldn't want to coach Justin Herbert? Can Sam Darnold be revived? Ex-NFL GM Charley Casserly runs through the pros and cons of each head-coaching vacancy.

Joe Douglas was noncommittal on the Jets' supposed franchise QB, suggesting that a decision won't be made on the former third-overall pick until New York finds its next head coach.

Judy Battista ranks all six head-coach openings in the NFL in the wake of the 2020 season. Is any job better than developing Chargers QB Justin Herbert?

Jets CEO Christopher Johnson was understandably upset by his team's lack of success in 2020, but hopes a new "CEO" coach, hired by GM Joe Douglas, will turn things around.

The Jets fired head coach Adam Gase after their season finale. Quarterback Sam Darnold placed most of the blame on his own shoulders.

Ahead of the Jets' Week 17 meeting with the Patriots, Sam Darnold again spoke about his future with the franchise. The 2018 No. 3 overall pick made it clear he still firmly believes in his abilities.

Was Aaron Rodgers' Week 16 performance enough to oust Patrick Mahomes from No. 1? How far did Kyler Murray fall after struggling last Sunday? NFL.com editors evaluate the QB rankings heading into the final week of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Gil Brandt examines which first-round picks from 2018 should have their fifth-year options picked up. Where do the Browns' Baker Mayfield and the Jets' Sam Darnold stand?

This edition of the Scout's Notebook has a holiday twist, as Bucky Brooks provides a wish list for the 11 teams that have already been eliminated from the playoffs.

Is Jalen Hurts already a top-20 quarterback? Has Mitch Trubisky truly turned a corner in his NFL career? NFL.com editors assess the QB hierarchy heading into Week 16 of the 2020 NFL season.

Will Carson Wentz be playing for someone other than the Eagles in 2021? Gregg Rosenthal eyes available names and needy teams in the upcoming QB market.

Does Aaron Rodgers deserve the title of QB1 over Patrick Mahomes? NFL.com editors assess the quarterback hierarchy heading into Week 15 of the 2020 NFL season.

Jets quarterback Sam Darnold knows his team will likely be in the top two spots in the upcoming draft and he made it known that he'd love to stay in New York.

The Seahawks' 40-3 win over the Jets was exceptional, but a special shoutout is in order for Jamal Adams who broke a 15-year-old single-season sack record for defensive backs in his first game against his old team.

With only a few days remaining his new team takes on his old, Seahawks safety Jamal Adams spoke candidly Friday about Jets coach Adam Gase and his excitement for facing Sam Darnold.

NFL Network's Dan Hanzus' dream draft scenario for the New York Jets in 2021.

NFL Network's Judy Battista examines how the New York Jets should approach free agency and the 2021 NFL Draft.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses New York Jets QB Sam Darnold's future with the team.

NFL Network's Marc Ross, Michael Silver and Judy Battista discuss the Washington Football Team's offseason priorities in free agency and the 2021 NFL Draft.

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport says that the New York Jets' decision on quarterback Sam Darnold could go all the way up to the 2021 draft.

NFL Network's Charley Casserly explains how quarterback Sam Darnold fits in the "Shanahan" system with New York Jets.

NFL Network's Kim Jones discusses the state of the New York Jets entering the 2021 NFL offseason.

The "Good Morning Football" crew breaks down the best plays and moments of the 2020 season.

NFL Network's Gregg Rosenthal breaks down the top five quarterbacks who are most likely to be traded this offseason.

The "NFL Total Access" crew discuss the 2021 quarterback trade carousel.

NFL Network's Terrell Davis and Scott Pioli examine the Indianapolis Colts' top quarterback trade candidates for 2021.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses whether Sam Darnold will be playing for the New York Jets next season.

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh joins "Huddle & Flow" to talk about QB Sam Darnold and his future with the team.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses the most intriguing QBs on the market this offseason.

See a countdown of the top 10 highlight plays made by the New York Jets in the 2020 NFL season.

NFL Network's Bucky Brooks says that the New York Jets hiring head coach Robert Saleh 'could be a career saver for Sam Darnold in New York'.

NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah re-ranks the 2018 quarterback class.

Watch the highlights between the New York Jets and the New England Patriots in their Week 17 matchup.

New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold completes 53-yard pass to wide receiver Breshad Perriman.

New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold completes 21-yard touchdown pass to tight end Chris Herndon.

New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold completes 19-yard pass to tight end Daniel Brown.

New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold completes 20-yard pass to wide receiver Breshad Perriman.

The "Good Morning Football" crew crowns the Week 16 angry runs winner.

Watch all the highlights of the Week 16 matchup between the Cleveland Browns and the New York Jets.

Watch the New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold's best throws vs. the Browns in Week 16 of the 2020 season.