The New York Jets signed former Tennessee Titans second‑round pick Will Levis to their practice squad on Tuesday, releasing quarterback Bailey Zappe to make room. Levis joins a depth chart anchored by starter Geno Smith and rookie Cade Kubnik.
The New York Jets announced a quarterback roster move on Tuesday, signing former Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis to the team’s practice squad while releasing Bailey Zappe from the same unit. The transaction was confirmed by an AP source familiar with the deal, who said the Jets needed to clear a spot for Levis after his recent workout with the club.
Levis, a 27‑year‑old who was selected with the 33rd overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, spent the 2024 season as the Titans’ starter before missing the entire 2025 campaign due to shoulder surgery. He has expressed confidence in his ability to compete at a starting level, stating in August that he believes there are not 32 quarterbacks in the league better than him. The Jets already have veteran Geno Smith as the starter and rookie fourth‑round pick Cade Kubnik on the active roster, positioning Levis as the third‑string quarterback unless he earns a promotion from the practice squad.
Bailey Zappe, who had been on the Jets’ practice squad, was released to accommodate Levis. The move was reported by multiple outlets, including JetsXFactor and the Associated Press, and reflects the team’s ongoing effort to reshape its quarterback depth after a disappointing 3‑14 season that left the offense ranked near the bottom of the league.
Levis’ addition gives the Jets a player with starting experience and a strong arm, while Zappe’s departure opens a roster spot for potential future signings. The Jets have not indicated any immediate plans to elevate Levis to the active roster, but the depth‑chart shift underscores the franchise’s desire to add competition and depth at the position as they look ahead to the upcoming season.