5 Football Players who Played for Jets and Cowboys
There is a good chance that if you’ve found this page then you’re playing the Immaculate Grid.
That also means that today’s grid has asked for players that have played for both the New York Jets and Dallas Cowboys.
And, it also means that you’re probably stuck on this particular box and you’re looking for a little help. Sound about right so far?
Well, good news, you’re in the right place.
I’ve done some research and have found players who played for both the Jets and the Cowboys.
Vinny Testaverde
Vinny Testaverde’s NFL career spanned an impressive 21 seasons, during which he showcased resilience, talent, and an ability to adapt. Selected as the first overall pick by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 1987, Testaverde played for seven teams, with his longest tenures at Tampa Bay and the New York Jets.
Despite a rocky start with the Buccaneers, Testaverde went on to throw for over 46,000 yards and 275 touchdowns in his career, making two Pro Bowl appearances. He led the Jets to the AFC Championship game in the 1998 season.
He holds the NFL record for throwing touchdowns to 70 different players, a testament to his lengthy career and adaptability. Testaverde retired in 2007, wrapping up one of the longest careers for a quarterback in NFL history.
*Testaverde was the most popular pick for this square in a previous grid (Grid 29)
Testaverde Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (Ravens, Jets)
- 3000+ Yard Passing Season (Buccaneers, Ravens, Jets, Cowboys)
Keyshawn Johnson
Keyshawn Johnson was drafted as the 1st overall pick in the first round of the 1996 NFL Draft by the New York Jets. He had a very productive career that spanned 11 seasons in the NFL.
During his career, Johnson played for the Jets, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Dallas Cowboys, and Carolina Panthers. His time with the Buccaneers was highlighted by a Super Bowl victory in Super Bowl XXXVII during the 2002 season.
A three-time Pro Bowl selection, Johnson finished his NFL career with over 10,000 receiving yards and 64 receiving touchdowns. His physical style of play, strong hands, and ability to make clutch catches made him one of the prominent receivers of his era.
Johnson Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (Jets, Buccaneers)
- Super Bowl Champ (Buccaneers)
- 1000+ Yard Receiving Season (Jets, Buccaneers)
Aaron Glenn
Aaron Glenn played for several teams over a career that spanned 15 seasons. However, Glenn is probably best known for his time with the New York Jets, the team that drafted him in the first round (12th overall) of the 1994 NFL Draft.
During his time with the Jets from 1994 to 2001, Glenn made his mark as a reliable cornerback, earning Pro Bowl honors in 1997 and 1998. His impressive play continued after he was selected by the Houston Texans in the 2002 expansion draft. Glenn received another Pro Bowl selection in 2002 while with the Texans.
Following his stint with the Texans, Glenn had shorter spells with the Cowboys, Jaguars, and Saints before retiring after the 2008 season. Throughout his career, Glenn was respected for his cover skills and ability to intercept passes, finishing his career with 41 interceptions.
Mark Sanchez
Mark Sanchez is most well-known for his time with the New York Jets. Drafted 5th overall by the Jets in 2009, Sanchez started in his rookie season and led the Jets to two consecutive AFC Championship Games in 2009 and 2010.
Despite early success, Sanchez’s performance fluctuated in the following seasons, with his tenure in New York ending after the 2013 season. Sanchez then had stints with the Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys, and Washington Redskins, but never regained a full-time starting role.
Over his career, Sanchez passed for 15,357 yards, 86 touchdowns, and 89 interceptions. His best season was likely 2011 when he threw for 3474 yards and 26 touchdowns with the Jets.
Brooks Bollinger
Brooks Bollinger was drafted in the 6th round of the 2003 NFL Draft by the New York Jets. He spent time with the Jets, Minnesota Vikings, Dallas Cowboys, and Detroit Lions during his NFL career, which spanned from 2003 to 2008.
Bollinger played primarily as a backup quarterback over the course of his 5-year career but had opportunities to start due to injuries or ineffective play by the starters (9 games with the Jets in 2005).
Over the course of his NFL career, he completed 211 of 360 pass attempts for 2,226 yards, throwing for 9 touchdowns and 9 interceptions.
