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Are the New York Jets on the Rebound?
The team’s new look, vibe, and culture is inspiring
Fans of the New York Jets haven’t been this excited in years. Engaged with the team’s process and off-season directives. From the hiring of a new head coach, the NFL Draft, and the OTAs. There’s something brewing at One Jets Drive in Florham Park NJ, the Jets’ HQ, and training facility.
From the sportswriters, podcasts, and social media platforms, there’s a buzz that’s gaining traction and momentum. It feels and looks as if the Jets could be taking their first steps to be a prominent NFL franchise.
All of this on the heels of the 2020 NFL Season — one of the worst and most futile in franchise history. Heading into 2020, the Jets were picked by many talking heads, experts, and various pundits to be among the worst teams in the NFL.
Entering game 13, the Jets remained winless while competing in the Trevor Lawrence sweepstakes. Statistically, the ’20 Jets were one of the worst teams since the expansion era Tampa Bay Buccanneers. To the team’s credit, the Jets finished stronger than when they started, posting a 2–14 final record.
What happened? What took place at One Jets Drive in only the last four months? The vision and process of Joe Douglas, the Jets’ GM has transformed all of the previous…