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Sports · Football (NFL) · published 2026-08-25 · via Sports Illustrated

Jets should trade for Andy Dalton and three other roster moves

The New York Jets face tough roster decisions before the Aug. 30 cutdown, and one suggestion is to trade for Eagles quarterback Andy Dalton to mentor Cade Klubnik. The article also outlines three other moves, including potential cuts and additions. Dalton is projected to lose his backup job in Philadelphia.

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The Jets currently carry 91 players and must trim to 53 by August 30, a process that began with recent releases and the waiver of kicker Cade York. General manager Darren Mougey faces decisions on several positional groups, with the quarterback room drawing particular attention after rookie Cade Klubnik outperformed expectations in camp and preseason action.

Dalton's diminished preseason play in Philadelphia has opened the door for Tanner McKee to claim the backup role, making the veteran expendable. The article also spotlights undrafted linebacker Chase Wilson, whose six tackles and sack against Pittsburgh strengthened his case, and suggests the team could address offensive line depth by pursuing Thayer Munford Jr., given uncertainty around current backups like Anez Cooper and

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