The New York Jets have announced the dismissal of Joe Douglas from his role as general manager, prompting the commencement of the search for his replacement. Here are some potential candidates for the position:
Ray Agnew, currently serving as the assistant GM for the Lions, is a former player whose experience spans roles with both the Rams and Lions, contributing to the positive changes observed in Detroit. His ties to the Jets through his son, who works as a scout for the team, provide him with a deep understanding of the organization.
Mike Borgonzi, an assistant GM for the Chiefs, has been associated with the team since 2009, learning from prominent figures like Scott Pioli and contributing to the franchise’s success under Andy Reid and Brett Veach. He is expected to be a highly sought-after candidate in the search for a new general manager.
Ian Cunningham, an assistant GM for the Bears, has previously interviewed for GM positions and shares a similar background to Douglas, having worked for organizations like Philadelphia and Baltimore in the past.
Jacqueline Davidson, currently serving as the Buccaneers VP of football research, is anticipated by many in the NFL to become the league’s first female GM. She previously worked with the Jets for 11 years and was highly respected during her tenure there from 2007-18.
Thomas Dimitroff, a former GM for the Falcons, may appeal to the Jets as a candidate with prior experience. He led the Falcons to a Super Bowl during his tenure from 2008-20 and has been involved in analytics since 2022.
Ed Dodds, an assistant GM for the Colts, has consistently been mentioned as a top candidate for GM positions in recent years due to his success in Seattle and Indianapolis under Chris Ballard. He was a contender for the Chargers GM role last year and is expected to be a frontrunner in this hiring cycle.
Brian Gaine, currently serving as an assistant GM for the Bills, could be a viable option for the Jets given his ties to the organization. Gaine, who hails from the area, began his career as part of the Jets’ practice squad before transitioning to a scouting role under Bill Parcells. He previously served as the Texans GM and has been instrumental in the Bills’ recent success.
Ryan Grigson, the Vikings senior VP of player personnel, boasts experience as the Colts GM from 2012-16, where he was named Executive of the Year in 2012. He successfully led the team to the playoffs in each of his first three seasons with the organization.
Jeff Ireland, an assistant GM for the Saints, previously served as the Dolphins GM from 2008-13 and has gleaned valuable experience working alongside Bill Parcells. He has contributed to successful drafts during his time with the Saints.
Louis Riddick, currently an ESPN analyst, has transitioned from his playing career to working in the front office with Washington and Philadelphia before transitioning to a role as a TV analyst. Riddick has been a candidate for GM roles in recent years and represents an unconventional choice that the Jets may consider during their search for a new general manager.
