Jets' Joe Tippmann extension shows how culture has shifted for the better

The New York Jets continue to make moves that positively impact the future of this team. On Monday, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported that guard Joe Tippmann and the Jets agreed to terms on a four-year, $66.4 million contract, which features $34.9 million guaranteed.

His AAV (Average Annual Value) is at $15.5 million, and that makes him the 15th highest-paid guard in the NFL. This extension keeps another homegrown player around for the long haul and is the latest example of how general manager Darren Mougey is making sure he changes the culture around the roster.

Tippman's extension is the second homegrown one this offseason, as New York made sure they extended running back Breece Hall.

Tippmann extension shows Jets are making a culture change

Since Mougey took the job in 2025, he has extended Tippmann, Hall, Sauce Gardner, Garrett Wilson, and Jeremy Ruckert to new deals before their rookie contracts expired.

That shows that if a young player produces in town, this regime will reward them. And that only gives players on the roster more confidence to produce because there's a good chance that you'll be rewarded.

While this may not seem like a big deal, it is. The Jets have had issues under previous regimes in keeping their good players around. Having a reputation for not taking care of your players isn't what you want, and Mougey is taking it personal that isn't the case.

The Jets now have every starter on the offense signed through 2027 aside from Geno Smith. That is massive, especially since they are building this roster up for the preparation of selecting a franchise quarterback next year.

And it's important to note that Mougey didn't draft any of the players he extended. Instead, he sees the impact they bring to the roster and makes sure to keep them around. While former general manager Joe Douglas did a good job drafting these guys, he didn't show that he would be proactive and extend the homegrown talent.

But as time goes on for Mougey, it's the opposite end of the spectrum. The good teams in the NFL show they aren't scared to pay their top players early, and that only has a positive impact on the team.

Mougey has built the rep that if you produce, you will get paid. That gives players extra motivation, but it also shows how the culture is changing in New York. And it's for the better.

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