Breaking: Jets sign G Simpson

The Jets have reportedly agreed terms on their first major signing of the 2024 offseason:

Help for Aaron Rodgers: Veteran OL John Simpson is signing with the #Jets on a two-year deal worth up to $18 million, per his agent @KyleStrongin with @RangeSportsRMP.

Simpson started all 19 games last season for Baltimore at left guard, where he’s expected to play in New York. pic.twitter.com/6BNXbhmVMR

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 12, 2024

This move hopefully shores up the other starting guard spot with Alijah Vera-Tucker also set to make his return from injury this year.

The Jets moved quickly to sign Simpson after making a big push for Damien Lewis, who ended up opting to sign for Carolina for over $13m per year.

Simpson gave up just one sack in 19 starts last season but did have 13 penalties.