Jets Trades

Jets send Gardner and Williams away

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

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12/1/2025

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In a bold move signaling a new direction, the New York Jets traded star players Sauce Gardner and Quinnen Williams just ahead of the NFL trade deadline, prioritizing future growth over immediate performance.
The Colts secured Gardner, a two-time All-Pro cornerback, in exchange for two future first-round draft picks and a wide receiver, while the Cowboys added three-time Pro Bowler Williams for a mix of picks and a defensive tackle.
General Manager Darren Mougey insisted the trades do not represent a total rebuild, emphasizing the intent to remain competitive despite losing key defensive talent.
Emotional reactions poured in as current Jets players, including Breece Hall, expressed distress over the sudden departures, reflecting the deep connections built within the team.
The dramatic trades stirred mixed responses from fans and analysts alike, with some praising the strategic foresight and others lamenting the loss of two elite players who could have shaped the Jets' future.
As Gardner and Williams embark on new journeys with their respective teams, they leave behind a fanbase grappling with the heavy emotions tied to an unexpected chapter in Jets history.

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