The New York Jets may have lost out on one potential veteran quarterback in Derek Carr, but there reportedly was plenty of backing to sign another this offseason.
"Before Derek Carr grew support in the Jets building, there were many who were pushing for Jimmy Garoppolo," ESPN's Dianna Russini reported Monday.
The update came after NFL Network's Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport reported the New Orleans Saints were "closing in on a deal" with Carr.
This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.
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