Jets general manager Joe Douglas spoke to the media today at his season ending press conference.
Safety Marcus Maye is set to become a free agent this offseason. The general manager said re-signing him is a priority.
On Jets Team MVP @alldayMAYE, Jets GM Joe Douglas says, "Bringing Marcus back will be one of the priorities for our offseason."
— Eric Allen (@eallenjets) January 5, 2021
Aside from that comment, Douglas as as non-committal on most topics as you would expect a GM entering a critical offseason to be. Douglas didn’t show his hand on the future of Sam Darnold, the team’s coaching search, and other topics.
Joe Douglas continues to talk about Sam Darnold's bright future. But it's clear there is no guarantee Darnold will be back. The new coach will have a say, as he should. #Jets #NFL
— Al Iannazzone (@Al_Iannazzone) January 5, 2021
Asked if Darnold regressed, Douglas lists challenges — injuries, lack of chemistry with WRs, etc. Says he played well in December. Likes his future. #Jets
— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) January 5, 2021
What GM Joe Douglas said they are looking for collectively in the next #Jets head coach: a great partner with great character and a lot of integrity. A great communicator and has outstanding leadership skills.
— Olivia Landis (@livlandisjets) January 5, 2021
Jets GM Joe Douglas on firing Adam Gase, who he's known for a long time: "I wanted nothing more than for us to succeed here together. This was hard for me."
— Ralph Vacchiano (@RVacchianoSNY) January 5, 2021
Joe Douglas said he was happy when the team won in Los Angeles. Said no one wanted to go 0-16 inside the organization. #nyj
— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) January 5, 2021
Douglas says he’s not caught up in reporting structure. Johnson mentioned yesterday he’s open to a change. #Jets
— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) January 5, 2021
Douglas on whether he regrets Adams trade: Won’t look in the rear view mirror. Happy for Jamal that he’s in the playoffs. #Jets
— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) January 5, 2021