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This past offseason, when the New York Jets announced that they were appointing Darren Mougey as their next GM, their fans were confused whether he was any better than former GM Joe Douglas. The latter was instrumental in drafting stud young pieces such as Sauce Gardner, Garrett Wilson, Breece Hall, and a few others. Along with Quinnen Williams, who was drafted a few months before he arrived, Douglas had a solid run. He did have his miscues, but the success of the others made him popular among Jets fans. However, that was probably not enough for the ownership, who weighed those decisions during the Aaron Rodgers era against him. Mougey came in with a track record when he was with the Denver Broncos. Despite that, as is with passionate New York fans, they were waiting to see what he does with a rebuilding team. His draft picks did not excite anyone, and it was further compounded as the Jets struggled to a miserable 1-7 start to the season. Then, as they went into their bye week, Darren Mougey came to life. The first order of business was to send Sauce Gardner to the Indianapolis Colts in exchange for two first-round picks and WR Adonai Mitchell. A few hours later, he sent Quinnen Williams to the Dallas Cowboys. They received a second round pick next year, and a 2027 first rounder along with DT Mazi Smith. Then just before the final bell sounded, Darren Mougey signed off on another move.
