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Following Sam Darnold trade, Jets must go offense at No. 23 overall

For months, we witnessed a back-and-forth debate in regard to who would be under center for the Jets next season. Many wanted the organization to undergo a full restart and draft a quarterback (likely BYU’s Zach Wilson) at No. 2 overall. Some believed the Jets could roll the dice with Sam Darnold and either draft an offensive tackle or receiver with the aforementioned selection, or even trade back.

But as of Monday, we finally know the route the team will be taking. The Jets decided to trade Darnold to the Panthers for a number of draft picks, opening the door for them to take Wilson at No.