Jets Trades

Jets send Gardner and Williams away

Sauce Gardner / Quinnen Williams / Darren Mougey / Aaron Glenn / Breece Hall /

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In a stunning move during the 2025 NFL trade deadline, the New York Jets traded their star players, cornerback Sauce Gardner and defensive tackle Quinnen Williams, signaling a dramatic shift in the team’s future strategy.
Sauce Gardner was sent to the Indianapolis Colts for two first-round picks, along with wide receiver Adonai Mitchell, while Quinnen Williams was traded to the Dallas Cowboys for a first-round pick and a second-round pick, coupled with defensive tackle Mazi Smith.
Jets GM Darren Mougey and head coach Aaron Glenn emphasized that these trades were not a teardown of the team but part of a calculated attempt to rebuild and stockpile draft capital for a stronger future.
The sudden departure of two of the franchise's cornerstones left fans and players alike feeling heartbroken, with running back Breece Hall expressing that he was "sick" about the trades, reflecting the emotional turmoil among the Jets' community.
As Gardner joined the Colts to enhance their playoff ambitions, and Williams bolstered the Cowboys' defense, the Jets faced a journey of rebuilding, marking the beginning of a new chapter in their quest for success.
The media frenzy surrounding these trades sparked intense debates about the long-term implications for all teams involved, particularly the Jets, as they seek to redefine their identity in the league.

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