6 Football Players who Played for Jets and Eagles
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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 Eagles.
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.
*Sanchez was previously the most popular pick for this square (Grid 8)
Jeff Blake
Jeff Blake had a 14-year career in the league, spending time with multiple teams. Blake was selected in the 6th round of the 1992 NFL Draft by the New York Jets, but he gained most of his recognition as a Pro Bowl quarterback with the Cincinnati Bengals.
With the Bengals, Blake had his most productive years. In 1995, he was selected to the Pro Bowl after throwing for 3,822 yards and 28 touchdowns. Blake was known for his deep passing ability, consistently ranking among the league’s best in yards per completion.
Throughout his career, Blake also had stints with the Saints, Ravens, Cardinals, Eagles, and Bears. After retiring from professional football, Blake transitioned into coaching and mentoring young quarterbacks, including his son Emory, a former Auburn University quarterback.
Bubby Brister
Bubby Brister is a former NFL quarterback who played for several teams over his 14-year professional career from 1986 to 2000. He began his career with the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he was the primary starter for several seasons.
His time with the Steelers was marked by some solid performances, though the team overall had limited success. After his time in Pittsburgh, he had stints with the Philadelphia Eagles, New York Jets, Denver Broncos, and Minnesota Vikings.
While Brister never reached a Pro Bowl, he did win two Super Bowl rings as a backup with the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXXII and XXXIII. Over his career, Brister threw for over 14,000 yards with 81 touchdowns and 78 interceptions.
Josh McCown
Josh McCown, known for his resilience and adaptability, carved out a noteworthy 17-year career in the NFL – mostly as a reliable backup quarterback.
From his entry into the league with the Arizona Cardinals in 2002, he played for 9 different teams, a few times as the starting QB, but also stepping in and performing effectively whenever called upon when he wasn’t.
He threw for over 17,000 yards and 98 touchdowns, holding a career passer rating of around 80. Particularly impressive stints came with the Chicago Bears in 2013 and the New York Jets in 2017.
Jason Babin
Jason Babin was selected by the Houston Texans in the first round of the 2004 NFL Draft, 27th overall. He was a defensive end who played for various teams over his 12-year NFL career, including stints with the Texans, Seattle Seahawks, Kansas City Chiefs, Tennessee Titans, Philadelphia Eagles, Jacksonville Jaguars, and New York Jets.
Babin’s career highlights include two Pro Bowl selections in 2010 and 2011. In the 2011 season with the Eagles, he had a remarkable year, recording 18 sacks and was named 2nd Team All-Pro. His final career stats include 374 total tackles, 64.5 sacks, and 14 forced fumbles.
Babin’s aggressive playing style and ability to pressure the quarterback made him a significant presence on the defensive line throughout his career.
Babin Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (Titans, Eagles)
Jay Fiedler
Jay Fiedler was originally signed as an undrafted free agent by the Philadelphia Eagles in 1994 after playing quarterback at Dartmouth.
Fiedler is most known for his time with the Miami Dolphins, where he played from 2000 to 2004. Before joining the Dolphins, he played one season each with the Eagles, Minnesota Vikings, and Jacksonville Jaguars. After leaving Miami, he also played a season for the New York Jets.
While Fiedler never won any significant awards or honors, he led the Dolphins to playoff appearances in the 2000 and 2001 seasons, with his best statistical year coming in 2001 when he threw for 20 touchdowns. Overall, he threw for over 11,000 yards and 69 touchdowns in his NFL career.
Fiedler Key Stats
- 3000+ Passing Yard Season (Dolphins)
