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What's next for benched Justin Fields? Breaking down Jets QB's contract, best 2026 options

The New York Jets have been fickle about Justin Fields' status as their starting quarterback throughout the 2025 NFL regular season, his first season with the team.

The Jets have decided it is in their best interest to bench Fields for their Week 12 game against the Ravens and beyond, turning to 36-year-old, well-traveled backup Tyrod Taylor.

That doesn't bode well for Fields seeing a second season with the Jets. The Jets look like they want to move on again from another disappointing QB, after two years of Aaron Rodgers didn't work out.

Here's looking at what's next for benched Fields as he's now trending to find a fourth NFL team in 2026:

Chiefs, Lions, Chargers t

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