Jets Agree to Terms with Broncos Executive Darren Mougey to Be Their General Manager
New York Jets’ Lengthy Search Comes to an End
The New York Jets’ lengthy searches are over, and they’re pairing a first-time general manager with a first-time head coach to try to turn things around.
Darren Mougey, 39, has agreed to terms with the Jets to become their GM, replacing the fired Joe Douglas. Mougey has worked as the top assistant to Broncos general manager George Paton for the past three seasons.
Background and Experience
Mougey, the NFL’s third-youngest GM behind Cleveland’s Andrew Berry and Chicago’s Ryan Poles, held several positions in Denver’s front office since joining the team as a scouting intern under John Elway in 2012. He was Denver’s director of player personnel in 2021 before being promoted to assistant GM.
Press Reaction
Woody Johnson, Jets owner and chairman, praised Mougey in a statement, saying, “Darren is a trusted NFL executive who has experience working with an impressive collection of football leaders. He is a proven talent evaluator who impressed us with his vision for this team. His partnership with Coach Glenn will revitalize this organization.”
New Leadership Duo
Mougey and new Jets coach Aaron Glenn will be formally introduced at a press conference on Monday at the team’s facility in Florham Park, New Jersey.
Challenges Ahead
Mougey will take over a team coming off a disappointing 5-12 season. The major undertakings for him and Glenn will be trying to build a roster that returns the Jets to the playoffs and determining whether they will have quarterback Aaron Rodgers back next season — if he still wants to play — and possibly beyond.
Future of Key Players
Mougey will also have to make decisions on several key players, including quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who has one year of non-guaranteed money left on his contract, and wide receiver Davante Adams, who is scheduled to make $35.64 million in each of the next two years.
Conclusion
The hiring of Mougey ends a lengthy search that began in November. The Jets will be looking to rebuild their roster and return to the playoffs under the guidance of their new GM and head coach.
FAQs
* What is Darren Mougey’s background?
Mougey has worked in the Denver Broncos’ front office since 2012, holding various positions, including director of player personnel and assistant general manager.
* Who is replacing Joe Douglas as the Jets’ general manager?
Darren Mougey is replacing Joe Douglas as the Jets’ general manager.
* What are the challenges facing the new GM and head coach?
The new duo will need to build a roster that returns the Jets to the playoffs and decide the future of quarterback Aaron Rodgers and wide receiver Davante Adams.
* When will the new GM and head coach be introduced?
Mougey and coach Aaron Glenn will be formally introduced at a press conference on Monday at the team’s facility in Florham Park, New Jersey.
