The New York Jets have parted ways with General Manager Joe Douglas, according to an announcement from NFL insider Adam Schefter on Tuesday. This move follows the Jets’ dismissal of head coach Robert Saleh last month. Interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich has since led the team to a 1-5 record.
Douglas, who was hired by the Jets in June 2019, previously served as the Philadelphia Eagles’ vice president of player personnel from 2016 to 2019. In that role, he played a key part in the Eagles’ Super Bowl LII victory during the 2017 season, working alongside General Manager Howie Roseman. However, Douglas was unable to replicate that success in New York, with the Jets posting a 30-64 record under his leadership. A major criticism of his tenure was his inability to resolve the team’s ongoing struggles at quarterback, a critical position for any NFL franchise.
With Douglas now seeking new opportunities, speculation is rife about his next move. A potential return to Philadelphia could be on the horizon, as Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie has emphasized the importance of strengthening the team’s front office. Alternatively, Douglas could consider a reunion with the Baltimore Ravens, where he spent 15 years earlier in his career, or join the Pittsburgh Steelers alongside former colleague Andy Weidl.
The next chapter in Joe Douglas’s career promises to be an intriguing one, with several possible destinations ahead.