The New York Jets are making significant moves in the NFL free agency, highlighted by the signing of center Josh Myers, who reunites with former Ohio State teammates, Justin Fields and Garrett Wilson. Myers, a former Green Bay Packers second-round pick, brings four seasons of starting experience to a Jets offensive line that also features promising center Joe Tippmann. The Jets secured Myers on a one-year, $3.5 million deal, indicating their commitment to bolster the offensive front. However, the competition between Myers and Tippmann for the starting center position could lead to strategic shifts along the offensive line during the upcoming season.

Myers has shown solid performance in his previous seasons, although his Pro Football Focus grade of 55.3 in 2023 indicates room for improvement. Meanwhile, Tippmann, graded as the eighth-best center with a score of 73.4, could prove to be a formidable challenger for the role. As the Jets continue to refine their lineup, the dynamics between these two players will be a storyline worth following in the lead-up to the season.