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Jets Fire General Manager Joe Douglas as Woeful Season Drags On: Reports
Douglass' tenure was marked by questionable decisions
The New York Jets have fired general manager Joe Douglas, according to multiple reports. The move comes after a disappointing 2022 season that saw the Jets finish with a 4-13 record.
Douglas was hired by the Jets in 2019 after serving as the Philadelphia Eagles' vice president of player personnel. He was tasked with rebuilding a Jets team that had not made the playoffs since 2010.
During his tenure, Douglas made several questionable decisions, including the trade of quarterback Sam Darnold to the Carolina Panthers and the signing of quarterback Zach Wilson. Wilson has struggled mightily this season, throwing for just 1,688 yards, six touchdowns, and nine interceptions in 12 games.
The Jets are now searching for a new general manager
The Jets are now searching for a new general manager who can lead the team to success. The team has a young and talented roster, but it needs a strong leader to guide it in the right direction.
Several potential candidates could be considered for the Jets' general manager opening. These include former Cleveland Browns general manager John Dorsey, former Miami Dolphins general manager Chris Grier, and former Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Pace.
The future of the Jets is uncertain
The future of the Jets is uncertain following the firing of Douglas. The team has a lot of potential, but it needs a strong leader to guide it in the right direction. The Jets are hoping that they can find the right general manager to lead them to success.