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Jets Connected to Decorated Young QB: Insider

The New York Jets have been linked to Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr ahead of the 2027 NFL Draft, per ESPN's Rich Cimini.

By Paul Esden Jr · Heavy

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 1:05 AM

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ESPN insider Rich Cimini reported early scouting rumblings linking the New York Jets to Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr.
Jets general manager Darren Mougey has scouted the 21-year-old quarterback in person twice during the 2026 season.
ESPN analyst Mel Kiper Jr. ranked Carr as the No. 8 overall player on his 2027 draft board.

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The New York Jets have been linked to Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr ahead of the 2027 NFL draft, according to ESPN's Rich Cimini. General manager Darren Mougey has reportedly scouted Carr in person twice during the 2026 college football season, and the franchise previously met with him during Notre Dame's Pro Day.

Carr is ranked as the No. 8 overall prospect and fourth quarterback on ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr.'s big board. Armed with three projected first-round selections in 2027, the Jets hold significant draft capital to address their long-term quarterback vacancy organically or via trade.

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