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The New York Jets (2-7) have dropped four consecutive games following a 2-3 start, and their season appears to be spiraling. Despite having veterans like quarterback Geno Smith on the roster, the Jets made minimal moves as the 2026 NFL trade deadline passed on Tuesday.
New York's only trade since the season began was sending safety Andre Cisco to the Detroit Lions for a 2028 sixth-round pick. However, the team has gained more ground toward its rebuilding goal.
One of the first-round picks the Jets own in 2027 comes from the Indianapolis Colts, and after Tuesday's events, that selection looks even more valuable than initially expected.
When New York traded cornerback Sauce Gardner to Indianapolis last season, it signaled a commitment to a rebuild despite having high-level talent on the roster. Now, with the Colts dealing with injuries to players like quarterback Daniel Jones, Indianapolis is enduring a forgettable season of its own.
As a result, the Colts have unloaded several veteran players. While Indianapolis surprisingly held onto Jones and running back Jonathan Taylor, the team traded four players before the deadline, indicating a focus on the future.
Since Oct. 27, the Colts have traded defensive lineman DeForest Buckner, offensive lineman Quenton Nelson, wide receiver Keenan Allen, and wide receiver Josh Downs for a total of six draft picks.
For the Jets, they are now projected to have the No. 4 (via Colts), No. 6, and No. 13 (via Cowboys) overall picks in the 2027 NFL Draft. That is welcome news for a New York team that may finally want to invest one of those picks in a quarterback.
Key Analysis
Whether general manager Darren Mougey and head coach Aaron Glenn will still be in their current roles when the 2027 draft arrives remains uncertain. For now, though, the Jets are in a stronger position for the 2027 draft thanks to the Colts acting as sellers at the deadline.
Originally reported by yahoo.