First, Robert Saleh. Next, Joe Douglas.
Owner Woody Johnson has done a major housecleaning as the New York Jets have yet another very disappointing season.
The Jets fired general manager Douglas on Tuesday, another significant move for a franchise that had Super Bowl aspirations entering the season thanks to the return of star quarterback Aaron Rodgers. The New York team has a record of 3-8 so far, and it looks like they are on track to miss the NFL playoffs for the 14th consecutive season.
The Jets went 30-64 under Douglas, who never had a winning season during his tenure. He was fired just six weeks after the Jets fired Saleh on Oct. 8, with the team going 2-3.
“Today, I informed Joe Douglas that he will no longer be the general manager of the New York Jets,” Johnson said in a statement. I would like to thank Joe for his commitment to the Jets over the past six years and I wish him and his family all the best for the future. »
Johnson also announced that Phil Savage, who has been the team’s football consultant since 2019, has been named the Jets’ interim general manager for the remainder of the campaign. Johnson said the hiring process for the team’s next general manager has already begun.
Douglas, who was in the final year of his contract after being hired in 2019, was not consulted when the decision was made to fire Saleh and the team’s defensive coordinator, Jeff Ulbrich , was replaced by an interim. The Jets are 1-5 under Ulbrich.
Johnson said he believed at the time the Jets were “one of the most talented teams ever assembled” since he became owner 25 years earlier – and he credited Douglas. The decision to exclude Douglas from the process that led to Saleh’s sale, however, suggests that the general manager’s hours at the helm of the team were numbered.
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What were the key factors that contributed to the challenges faced by Robert Saleh during his tenure with the New York Jets?
Interviewer: Good afternoon, we have with us today Robert Saleh and Joe Douglas, both former employees of the New York Jets. Let’s start by discussing your tenure with the team and what led to your ultimate dismissal. Robert, how do you feel about the way your departure was handled, and what challenges did you face during your time with the Jets?
Robert Saleh: Well, I appreciate the opportunity to be a part of the organization, but ultimately, I understand the decision to move forward with a new head coach. I think the challenges were numerous, starting with the rebuild process, which was more complicated than we initially anticipated. We had to rebuild both the roster and the culture, and that takes time, patience, and the right pieces in place. Unfortunate, we couldn’t quite get over the hump, but I fully understand and respect the decision.
Interviewer: Joe, what are your thoughts on the move to fire Robert Saleh and the events that followed? Were you surprised by your eventual dismissal as general manager?
Joe Douglas: Surprised? Not really. I mean, we had our struggles, but I think the ownership group felt a change was necessary to turn things around. Our record didn’t help matters, but it wasn’t just about that. It was about the overall direction of the team and the need for stability moving forward. As for the decision to move away from me, well, I understand the business side of things. This is a results-driven industry, and we didn’t deliver as expected. But I’m proud of what we accomplished during my time here, and I hope it serves as a springboard for the new leadership to take the team to greater heights.
Interviewer: Can you explain the rationale behind some of your key personnel decisions during your time with the Jets? There were high-profile signings and draft picks, but the team has yet to see sustained success.
Joe Douglas: We made our fair share of missteps, no doubt about it. But I believe we made some good choices too. Assuming health, young players like Quinnen Williams and Mekhi Becton could become core pieces for the future. As for the high-profile signings, we felt they would provide immediate impact
