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Despite retirement, Josh McCown’s impact will stick with Jets

Although quarterback Josh McCown had a brief career with the Jets, the lasting impact of his career will continue to benefit the franchise for years to come.

Former Jets quarterback Josh McCown officially announced his retirement this week.

At first glance, the news appears hardly consequential. McCown was the prototypical journeyman quarterback, playing for 10 teams over a 17 year span.

Over that period, he only posted one winning season. He never had a season of 20 touchdown passes, and only managed four seasons with more touchdown passes than interceptions.