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QBNYJ39 insightsLatest Aug 24, 2026

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NegativeRoleAug 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Bailey Zappe made one start for the Browns in 2024 as part of a depressing quarterback trio after Deshaun Watson's Achilles tendon injury. The Browns finished 3-14 with this rotation.

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NegativeRoleAug 24, 2026Dawgs By Nature

Bailey Zappe started one game for the Browns in 2024 as part of the backup rotation following Deshaun Watson's Achilles tear. The source sarcastically refers to him as 'the immortal Bailey Zappe' as part of the 'depressing quarterback trio' that led to the Browns' 3-14 finish.

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NegativeUsageAug 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Zappe was sacked by Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie linebacker Jack Pyburn during the second half of a preseason game on Aug. 14, indicating he saw action in the Jets' preseason contest.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 24, 2026Gang Green Nation

Bailey Zappe has all but guaranteed his spot on the Jets' Week 1 roster, indicating he has secured a roster lock as a backup quarterback heading into the regular season.

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NegativeRoleAug 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Bailey Zappe replaced Cade Klubnik late in the third quarter as the Jets cycled through backup quarterbacks during the preseason game.

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NegativeProjectionAug 21, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Jets backup QB managed just 16 points combined with Cade Klubnik and Brady Cook against Tampa Bay's backups in Week 1 preseason; faces Steelers' second-string defense full of proven veterans who shut down Green Bay's backups.

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NegativeRoleAug 20, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The Jets may have only one path forward to fix their ongoing Bailey Zappe problem, indicating he is a concern or liability for the team.

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NegativeRoleAug 20, 2026Gang Green Nation

The Jets may have only one path forward to fix their ongoing Bailey Zappe problem, suggesting the team is dealing with a quarterback situation that requires resolution.

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NegativeProjectionAug 18, 2026Gang Green Nation

Zappe threw 2 interceptions in the Jets preseason opener against Tampa Bay; the source notes his performance was poor in the game, though it frames the interceptions as partly a team stat reflecting breakdowns beyond the quarterback alone.

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NegativeProjectionAug 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Zappe threw two interceptions in the Jets preseason opener against Tampa Bay; the source notes his performance was poor in the game, though it frames the interceptions as partly a team stat rather than solely on the quarterback, suggesting other Jets players also missed assignments on these plays.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 16, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Bailey Zappe is on thin ice after the preseason opener, with the source indicating his time with the Jets is running out; he is identified as one of three Jets on thin ice with time running out.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 16, 2026Gang Green Nation

Bailey Zappe is on thin ice after the preseason opener, with his roster status in jeopardy following a poor performance.

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NegativeProjectionAug 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Zappe had a poor preseason performance with two interceptions (one attributed to receiver Arian Smith), labored throws, and inconsistent decision-making; he started the night competing for the QB2 spot but will need to play much better over the next two weeks to even be considered for the QB3 role.

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NegativeBustAug 15, 2026Gang Green Nation

Zappe's preseason performance was poor: two interceptions (one attributable to receiver Arian Smith), labored throws, and erratic decision-making. Source now prefers Brady Cook as QB3 over Zappe and notes Zappe started the night competing for QB2 but will need much better play in next two weeks to even be considered for QB3.

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NegativeRoleAug 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Zappe, who had been competing with Klubnik for the backup job, struggled mightily against Tampa Bay's reserves, finishing 6 of 10 for 55 yards with a pair of interceptions. His poor performance effectively ended the backup competition, with Klubnik securing the role.

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NegativeRoleAug 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Competing with Cade Klubnik and Brady Cook for Jets backup QB role this season.

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NegativeRoleAug 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Zappe replaced Klubnik in the preseason game and threw two interceptions, one returned 47 yards for a touchdown by Ayden Garnes. The second interception was not entirely his fault, as receiver Arian Smith let the ball bounce off his hands. Zappe's poor performance, combined with Klubnik's strong showing, significantly diminished his chances of winning the backup quarterback job.

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NegativeMatchupAug 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

QB Bailey Zappe, starting for the Jets' first-team offense, threw multiple interceptions in the preseason game against Tampa Bay. He was intercepted by rookie CB Ayden Garnes on a 47-yard pick-six in the second quarter, and later pressured by EDGE David Walker on back-to-back interceptions when the Buccaneers' backups entered the game.

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NegativeBustAug 15, 2026Gang Green Nation

Third-string QB who entered game and immediately demonstrated why he's third string by throwing a pick six on first drive, then another interception shortly after; poor performance in preseason game.

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NegativeRoleAug 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Zappe has had some good days in training camp but appears to be behind Cade Klubnik in the backup quarterback competition for the Jets, per Brian Costello.

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NegativeRoleAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Bailey Zappe saw bulk playing time in Friday's preseason game as he competes with Brady Cook to be the Jets' No. 3 quarterback.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Bailey Zappe is on the Jets quarterback depth chart behind Geno Smith and competing with Cade Klubnik and Brady Cook for the backup role, though Klubnik is the favorite to win the No. 2 job.

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NegativeRoleAug 13, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Competing with Cade Klubnik and Brady Cook for the backup QB job behind starter Geno Smith on the Jets.

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NegativeRoleAug 8, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Journeyman quarterback Bailey Zappe is competing with rookie Cade Klubnik to be Geno Smith's backup on the Jets.

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NegativeValueAug 6, 2026Turf Show Times

The Patriots selected Bailey Zappe with the 2022 4th round pick they received from the Rams in the Sony Michel trade. The source provides no performance evaluation of Zappe.

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NegativeRoleJul 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Backup quarterback competing with Cade Klubnik and Brady Cook for the backup role behind Geno Smith; GM Mougey emphasized excitement about seeing the group get reps during training camp and develop.

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PositiveNewsJul 29, 202632BeatWriters

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Bailey Zappe nearly threw a pick just now, but heady play by Kenyon Sadiq to break it up so the linebacker couldn’t haul it in.

Bailey Zappe nearly threw a pick just now, but heady play by Kenyon Sadiq to break it up so the linebacker couldn’t haul it in.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 26, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Bailey Zappe, a seldom-used veteran, is competing against rookie Cade Klubnik for the QB2 position on the Jets in a noteworthy training camp battle.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 26, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Zappe is a seldom-used veteran competing against rookie Cade Klubnik for the Jets' QB2 role; the source identifies this as a noteworthy position battle to watch during training camp.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 26, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Zappe is a seldom-used veteran competing against rookie Cade Klubnik for the QB2 position on the Jets; the source identifies this as a noteworthy position battle to watch during training camp.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 25, 2026Gang Green Nation

Competing against Cade Klubnik for the QB2 role in training camp; the source's framing suggests Klubnik is the favored candidate, with the implication that Zappe winning would be an upset.

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NegativeRoleJul 23, 2026Gang Green Nation

Bailey Zappe faces competition from Cade Klubnik for the Jets backup QB job; Klubnik's fast start has put Zappe's roster spot in jeopardy heading into training camp.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 22, 2026Gang Green Nation

Zappe is identified as one of two Jets players in danger of being cut entering 2026 training camp. The source suggests Zappe could lose the QB2 role to Cade Klubnik, or the Jets could carry only two quarterbacks instead of three, or bring in another quarterback to compete for the backup spot.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 22, 2026Gang Green Nation

Zappe is competing in a QB2 depth chart battle with Cade Klubnik ahead of Jets training camp, with his role and standing in the competition to be determined as the team prepares for the season.

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PositiveNewsJun 16, 202632BeatWriters

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Some takeaways from #Jets minicamp practice: * WR AD Mitchell delivered the highlight play: A leaping, toe-tapping catch in the back of the end zone in 7 on 7 (Geno Smith at QB). Mitchell has progressed nicely from where he was last year. * Otherwise, not a lot of offensive highlights. Smith was 4-for-6 in 11 on 11 (move-the-ball period). Garrett Wilson had his hand on a couple of balls. One was a blatant drop on a short pass in the red area, another was a deep ball in which CB Brandon Stephe...

Some takeaways from #Jets minicamp practice: * WR AD Mitchell delivered the highlight play: A leaping, toe-tapping catch in the back of the end zone in 7 on 7 (Geno Smith at QB). Mitchell has progressed nicely from where he was last year. * Otherwise, not a lot of offensive highlights. Smith was 4-for-6 in 11 on 11 (move-the-ball period). Garrett Wilson had his hand on a couple of balls. One was a blatant drop on a short pass in the red area, another was a deep ball in which CB Brandon Stephe...

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NegativeRoleNo dateYahoo Sports NFL

Bailey Zappe is in danger of being cut by the Jets; he could find himself on the outside looking in as the Jets evaluate their quarterback depth chart, with Cade Klubnik potentially beating him out for the QB2 role and the possibility that the Jets carry only two quarterbacks or bring in another quarterback to take over as QB2.

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NegativeRoleNo dateYahoo Sports NFL

Bailey Zappe is in danger of being cut by the Jets; he could lose the QB2 role to Cade Klubnik, and the Jets may decide to carry only two quarterbacks or bring in another quarterback to take over as QB2, putting Zappe's roster spot at risk.

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NegativeRoleNo dateYahoo Sports NFL

Bailey Zappe is in danger of being cut by the Jets; he could find himself on the outside looking in as Cade Klubnik might beat him out for the QB2 role, and the Jets could decide to carry only two quarterbacks or bring in another, better quarterback than Zappe or Klubnik to take over as QB2.

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NegativeRoleNo dateESPN NFL

Zappe did not distinguish himself in the offseason and remains a question mark at the quarterback position for the Jets.

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