The Jets continue to reach out to potential general manager candidates as they set up interviews to fill the vacant role.
The latest names to surface are Vikings assistant general manager George Paton and Seahawks co-director of player personnel Scott Fitterer. The Jets have requested permission to interview both men, according to the NFL Network. The other reported candidates are Eagles vice president of player personnel Joe Douglas and Bears assistant director of player personnel Champ Kelly.
The Jets are trying to find a replacement for Mike Maccagnan, who was fired on May 15. Head coach Adam Gase is acting as interim GM and will assist team CEO Christopher Johnson in the search for a permanent GM.