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4-12, 4th in AFC East
Riddick: Bell needs to be at 2,000 yards plus in total yards (2:08)

Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer 

Bears executive Champ Kelly is under serious consideration for a prominent role in the Jets' front office, ESPN's Chris Mortensen reports. Kelly, the Bears' assistant director of player personnel, interviewed for the GM job that went to Joe Douglas. Kelly and Douglas worked together in Chicago, so there's familiarity. Kelly also knows Adam Gase from years together in Denver. Indications are that Kelly could have the title of assistant GM. ESPN's Todd McShay has withdrawn from consideration, per Mortensen.

Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer 

Another day, another cornerback. Jets GM Joe Douglas has signed former Bucs CB Mark Myers, who was an undrafted free agent in 2018. He has no NFL experience. The Jets waived S John Battle.

Torre: Williams, Vitt seem like a 'disastrous combination' (1:22)

Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer 

The Jets held the final practice of the offseason on Thursday. Call it a patchwork day. Several backups, including rookies, were used with the first team because a handful of vets were missing (it was voluntary). For instance: DTs Quinnen Williams and Nathan Shepherd got work with the first defense. WR Robby Anderson remained on the sideline with an apparent injury. RB Ty Montgomery capped a strong offseason with a good showing. The Jets love his versatility. A natural wide receiver, he could see time in both positions throughout the season. RB Bilal Powell was limited to individual drills, but he made a nice catch and received a compliment from Adam Gase.

Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer 

First acquisition for GM Joe Douglas: The Jets have claimed CB Montrel Meander on waivers from the Raiders. He has ties to DC Gregg Williams, as he spent 12 weeks on the Browns' 2018 practice squad. First of many waiver pick-ups for Douglas.

Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer 

Joe Douglas is getting a late start, but he insisted it's not too late to improve the Jets' roster. "The hunt never stops for players," he said. Douglas noted the Jets are No. 3 in the waiver priority, and he suggested they will be active in that area. Translation: Look for a lot of roster churning. He acknowledged that cornerback is one area that needs to be addressed.

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New Jets GM cites 'urgency' to win with Darnold

New Jets GM Joe Douglas, whose relationship with coach Adam Gase was a factor in his taking the job, said QB Sam Darnold is an "exciting piece" who has helped create a "sense of urgency" to win.

Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer 

A few takeaways on Joe Douglas' introductory presser: 1.) True to his roots as a former offensive lineman, Douglas is a blue-collar guy with a clear vision of how he wants to build the team. He said it starts with the quarterback and both lines. 2.) Adam Gase was happier than he was at his own intro presser. Clearly, he has a comfort level with Douglas. 3.) Instead of yapping about a long-team plan (see: rebuilding) and tamping down expectations, as Mike Maccagnan often did, Douglas said there's "a sense of urgency" because they have a young QB in Sam Darnold.

Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer 

RB Bilal Powell, speaking to reporters after his second practice since re-signing with the Jets, said he's "pretty excited" to get started in Adam Gase's offense. Powell declined to discuss his neck injury from last season, which required surgery and appeared to be career threatening. He acknowledged he's "not in tip-top shape, but I'm in good enough shape to run around in individual (drills) and get in and out of my cuts. I just have to keep grinding and show up in better shape in training camp." Powell will compete with Ty Montgomery for RB2, assuming he's healthy.

Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer 

A few takeaways from Jets practice: The biggest development was the return of No. 1 pick Quinnen Williams. After sitting out last week's minicamp with a calf injury, the rookie participated in 11-on-11 drills with the second team. He showed his versatility by playing different positions, inside and outside ... Rookie LT Chuma Edoga got some reps with the starters. Kelvin Beachum was one of several players who didn't show up for the voluntary workout. Others: Le'Veon Bell, Trumaine Johnson, Jamal Adams and Leonard Williams. Robby Anderson was present, but didn't participate in the team period. Ditto, RB Bilal Powell, who just re-signed.

Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer 

The Jets have released TE Neal Sterling, who has been plagued by injuries. Sterling caught only 12 passes over the last two seasons. Depth at tight end is an issue.

Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer 

New Jets GM Joe Douglas, who will be formally introduced later today at a news conference, visits with ESPN analyst Damien Woody at practice. Woody, an ex-Jet, grew up near Douglas in Virginia and they faced each other in high school.

Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer 

Newly hired Jets GM Joe Douglas, whose first day in the office was Monday, will be introduced Tuesday at a 3 p.m. news conference. The challenge for Douglas is to change the perception that he.will be a "yes" man for coach Adam Gase. Another question he must answer: Is it true that he turned down the Jets and had to be convinced to take the job?

Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer 

Jets legend Joe Namath is high on new GM Joe Douglas. Speaking to ESPN's "Flight Deck" Jets podcast, Namath said he spoke to someone close to Douglas and got a positive scouting report. "I'm excited about it," Namath said. "I know — I believe — he has the experience (and) the personality in dealing with the players, which are an interesting breed of guys. I believe he has the mentality to deal with them in one-on-one situations. He's going to do a good job." Namath likes coach Adam Gase, too: "I think he's terrific."

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Flight Deck with Rich Cimini

Rich Cimini comments on new Jets GM Joe Douglas. Joe Namath talks about the state of the team and about his extraordinary life and career, from SB III to meeting Elvis Presley

Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer 

The Jets wrap up the final week of the offseason program with four practices this week (They're voluntary, which means no Le'Veon Bell.) New GM Joe Douglas is expected to be in attendance on Monday. He has a busy week. He will meet with the holdovers from the previous regime and will speak to at least two candidates for a prominent role on his staff, ESPN Todd McShay and former Browns GM Phil Savage, sources said.

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Team Stats

Passing Yards197.825th
Rushing Yards101.426th
Points For20.823rd
Points Against27.629th