Jets' Aaron Glenn comments on latest QB Brendan Sorsby conversation

The Brendan Sorsby conversation refuses to go away. Since news surfaced that the talented quarterback intends to enter the supplemental draft rather than return to college football, speculation about potential landing spots has intensified. Unsurprisingly, the New York Jets have frequently been mentioned among the teams connected to him.

The logic is easy to understand. Despite adding veteran quarterback Geno Smith, the Jets remain one of several franchises that could benefit from identifying a long-term answer at the position.

As a result, analysts, fans and media outlets have repeatedly drawn connections between Sorsby and New York.Jets Wire did the same. Recently, head coach Aaron Glenn was asked about those rumors.

Aaron Glenn offers the answer everyone expected

Glenn responded exactly as most coaches would. Anyone familiar with NFL coach speak could have predicted the general tone before the question was even asked. Coaches rarely discuss player evaluations publicly, particularly when those players are not currently members of the organization.

In other words, nothing Glenn said should be interpreted as a definitive signal one way or the other. That is part of what makes the situation so interesting.

Public comments and private evaluations are often two entirely different things. While Glenn may not have been interested in discussing Sorsby publicly, it would be surprising if the Jets were not conducting extensive research behind the scenes. After all, that is their job.

Here’s why the Brendan Sorsby evaluation gets complicated

The football talent is not difficult to identify. Without the off-field concerns surrounding his gambling-related issues, many evaluators believe Sorsby would carry first-round talent. His physical tools, arm strength and upside have generated considerable attention, which explains why teams continue to monitor his situation closely.

The concerns, however, cannot simply be ignored. They are central to the evaluation process and will undoubtedly play a major role in determining where, or if, Sorsby is selected. This is precisely why organizations employ general managers, security personnel and player-engagement staffs. Their responsibility extends beyond evaluating talent. They must also determine whether the risks attached to a prospect are manageable.

That is where the real debate begins. The Jets may ultimately decide the concerns outweigh the potential reward. They may also conclude that the talent is too significant to ignore. Until a decision is made, speculation will continue.

Glenn’s public response may have slowed the conversation momentarily, but it certainly won’t stop it. As long as Sorsby’s name remains attached to the supplemental draft, the Jets will continue to be part of the discussion. The question is wheth

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