The NFL's Starting Quarterback Has Been Demoted to the Third Unit

A former first-round pick in the NFL Draft who was the starting quarterback has been moved to the third string.

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On Monday, Jets coach Robert Saleh stated that Mike White will be starting for the team going forward.

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Wilson, who started in his place while he was out with an injury, is now on the bench.

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Wilson, though, has not merely been demoted to the third string. Also, Wilson will sit out of games.

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"Jets have permanently benched Zach Wilson and demoted him to the inactive list. He will not be the 2nd string QB,

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Joe Flacco takes over that role. Mike White is QB1,"On Monday, Dov Kleiman posted to Twitter.

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The Jets have decided to continue using Mike White since they are still in strong postseason contention.

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Wilson, on the other hand, might have participated in his last New York Jets games.

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