by Jets Depth Chart 2025
A detailed breakdown of who’s locked in, who’s fighting for snaps, and the battles that will shape the season for Gang Green.
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Quarterback: The Fields Experiment
Starter:
Justin Fields
Backups:
Tyrod Taylor, Adrian Martinez, Brady Cook
Locked In: Justin Fields. The Jets made Fields their marquee signing, betting on his upside and dual-threat ability to finally stabilize the position. Tyrod Taylor is a high-floor backup, providing crucial insurance.
Key Battle: Can Fields seize the moment and become the franchise guy, or will Taylor be called upon if the offense sputters?
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Running Back: Hall’s Backfield, But Depth Is Key
Starter:
Breece Hall
Backups:
Braelon Allen, Isaiah Davis, Zach Evans
Locked In: Breece Hall. When healthy, he’s one of the league’s most dynamic backs. Rookie Braelon Allen brings power and could carve out a short-yardage/goal-line role.
Key Battle: Who becomes Hall’s true complement? Allen’s development could be the X-factor.
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Wide Receiver: Wilson’s World—But Who Steps Up?
WR1:
Garrett Wilson
WR2:
Allen Lazard
Slot/Depth:
Tyler Johnson, Xavier Gipson, Josh Reynolds, Ontaria Wilson, Brandon Smith, Irvin Charles
Locked In: Garrett Wilson is the clear WR1 and the focal point of the passing attack. Allen Lazard is penciled in as WR2 but is on notice.
Key Battle: The WR3/slot role is wide open. Gipson’s speed and return ability give him a shot, but Johnson and Reynolds are in the mix.
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Tight End: Youth Movement
Starter:
Jeremy Ruckert
Backups:
Mason Taylor, Neal Johnson, Zack Kuntz
Locked In: Jeremy Ruckert finally gets his shot as TE1. Mason Taylor, a second-round pick, profiles as a move tight end with big-play potential.
Key Battle: Ruckert vs. Taylor for starting snaps. The Jets need one of them to emerge as a reliable security blanket for Fields.
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Offensive Line: Youth and Upside, But Uncertainty
| Position | Starter | 2nd String | 3rd String | 4th String |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LT | Max Mitchell | Kohl Levao | Obinna Eze | Olu Fashanu |
| LG | John Simpson | Leander Wiegand | ||
| C | Joe Tippmann | Xavier Newman | Josh Myers | Gus Hartwig |
| RG | Alijah Vera-Tucker | Marquis Hayes | ||
| RT | Armand Membou | Chukwuma Okorafor | Carter Warren |
Locked In: Joe Tippmann and Alijah Vera-Tucker anchor the interior. First-round rookie Armand Membou is expected to start at right tackle, while Max Mitchell holds down the left side.
Key Battle: Continuity and health are everything. If Membou or Fashanu develop quickly, the line could be a strength.
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Defensive Line: Depth and Disruption
| Position | Starter | 2nd String | 3rd String | 4th String |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LDE | Will McDonald IV | Eric Watts | Tyler Baron | Michael Fletcher |
| LDT | Derrick Nnadi | Leonard Taylor III | Phidarian Mathis | Payton Page |
| RDT | Quinnen Williams | Jay Tufele | Byron Cowart | Fatorma Mulbah |
| RDE | Jermaine Johnson | Micheal Clemons | Braiden McGregor | Kingsley Jonathan |
Locked In: Quinnen Williams is a superstar, and the edge duo of Jermaine Johnson and Will McDonald IV brings speed and upside. Derrick Nnadi shores up the run defense.
Key Battle: Rotational snaps are up for grabs, but this is the deepest unit on the team.
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Linebacker: Transition and Opportunity
| Position | Starter | 2nd String | 3rd String | 4th String |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SLB | Jamin Davis | Zaire Barnes | Rashad Weaver | Ja’Markis Weston |
| MLB | Jamien Sherwood | Marcelino McCrary-Ball | Francisco Mauigoa | |
| WLB | Quincy Williams | Jackson Sirmon | Jared Bartlett | Aaron Smith |
Locked In: Quincy Williams is a playmaker, and Jamien Sherwood’s breakout 2024 earned him a new deal. Jamin Davis, a free-agent addition, brings speed and coverage ability.
Key Battle: Depth and rotational roles, especially if injuries strike.
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Secondary: Elite Corners, New Faces at Safety
| Position | Starter | 2nd String | 3rd String | 4th String |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LCB | Sauce Gardner | Michael Carter II | Kris Boyd | Azareye’h Thomas |
| RCB | Brandon Stephens | Isaiah Oliver | Jarrick Bernard-Converse | Jaylin Simpson |
| FS | Dean Clark | Jarius Monroe | Malachi Moore | |
| SS | Tony Adams | Andre Cisco | Qwan’tez Stiggers | Jordan Clark |
Locked In: Sauce Gardner is a true shutdown corner, and new signing Brandon Stephens is the favorite to start opposite him. Michael Carter II is an elite slot corner.
Key Battle: The safety spots are up for grabs, and depth behind Gardner/Stephens is thin.
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Special Teams: Consistency Wanted
Kicker:
Caden Davis, Harrison Mevis
Punter:
Austin McNamara, Kai Kroeger
PR/KR:
Xavier Gipson, Isaiah Davis
Locked In: Xavier Gipson is a dynamic returner.
Key Battle: Kicker and punter jobs are open competitions.
The Defining Battles
- Quarterback: Can Fields finally deliver on his potential, or will Taylor be called upon?
- Offensive Line: Will the young tackles hold up and keep Fields upright?
- Wide Receiver Depth: Who emerges as the reliable WR2/3 behind Wilson?
- Safety: Can any young player seize a starting role and stabilize the back end?
Bottom Line
The 2025 Jets are young, athletic, and full of upside—but unproven at critical spots. The Jets depth chart 2025 is a testament to a franchise in transition, betting on high-ceiling talent and hoping for quick development. If Fields shines and the offensive line gels, the Jets could surprise. If not, the playoff drought may continue. For now, every position battle matters—and every rep in camp could shape the season’s destiny.
