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The Jets' decision to trade marquee players like Sauce Gardner and Quinnen Williams shocked many. The team's front office opted to maximize their assets, trading Gardner for two first-round picks and Williams for a first and a second. Both players are highly talented and integral to the team's defense, but the returns suggest a long-term vision that prioritizes draft capital and roster flexibility.
Hanzis praises the trade returns as highly favorable—"full dollar" for these elite players—giving the Jets a trove of assets spread across two upcoming drafts. The haul includes multiple first and second-round picks, which are expected to significantly influence the team's ability to build around a young quarterback and strengthen other core positions.