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Jets GM Joe Douglas: Getting Aaron Rodgers is "historic" trade for the franchise

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- General manager Joe Douglas kicked off the New York Jets' pre-draft news conference by having a young fan answer the first few questions from reporters.

Kyle Stickles, a Make-A-Wish recipient from Ghent, New York, was sitting between Douglas and assistant GM Rex Hogan when he was asked who the 15th overall pick by his favorite team should be.

"I mean, we definitely don't need a quarterback," a smiling Stickles said.

You've got that right, kid.

Jets GM Joe Douglas discusses Aaron Rodgers trade 20:24

The Jets agreed on a deal Monday to acquire Aaron Rodgers from the Green Bay Packers, a franchise-altering move that brings the four-time NFL MVP to a team that has the league's longest postseason drought at 12 years.