Jets’ undrafted rookie Brady Cook will start again at quarterback against the Saints

By Canadian Press on December 17, 2025.

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Brady Cook will start at quarterback for the second game in a row for the New York Jets on Sunday against the New Orleans Saints.

Coach Aaron Glenn announced his decision Wednesday, saying he wants to give the undrafted rookie more experience and playing time.

“I want to continue to evaluate him and see exactly how he’s going to operate on a consistent basis,” Glenn said.

Tyrod Taylor (groin) and Justin Fields (knee) sat out last week against Jacksonville, giving Cook his first regular-season start. Cook had an uneven performance in the 48-20 loss, during which he was 22 of 33 for 176 yards and one touchdown with three interceptions.

Glenn said the team will see how Taylor and Fields progress from their injuries this week to determine who will back up Cook in New Orleans.

“I want to make sure that we get the person that’s going to be the most healthiest and be able to operate as the (No.) 2,” Glenn said.

Last week, Adrian Martinez was elevated from the practice squad to be the Jets’ No. 2 quarterback. But New York released Martinez on Tuesday, a sign that Taylor and Fields could be close to returning.

The Jets said last week that Cook was the first undrafted rookie quarterback to start for them since Bill Demory in 1973.

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Dennis Waszak Jr., The Associated Press