Former Husker quarterback Adrian Martinez is aiming to secure a backup spot behind former NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers.
quarterback began the day as the fifth quarterback listed on the Jets' depth chart, but Martinez stole the spotlight against the Washington Commanders in the team's preseason opener.The UFL Most Valuable Player and championship quarterback ended his day going 6-of-10 passing for 104 yards, including multiple scoring drives that concluded the game-winning 37-yard field goal.
"We won, that's the first goal," Martinez said during his post-game comments. "We wanted to win and put ourselves in a position to do that. I think I did well. There are some things to learn and improve from. We'll watch the tape and do those things." "That's part of my game," Martinez said. "I like to scramble a bit - extend plays and something Aaron has continued to push with me is to keep my eyes downfield and give guys opportunities."and Nebraska quarterback had the bulk of the quarterback snaps in the Jets' preseason opener, sharing with first-year quarterback Andrew Peasley.
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