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Jets' rebuilding plan hinges on all-in move for Sam Darnold

The New York Jets ended their offseason program on June 14. Here’s a look at how it unfolded, how they fared and the questions still lingering:

Offseason goals: Same as always: Find a quarterback. General manager Mike Maccagnan was under immense pressure to sign free agent Kirk Cousins or get one of the top quarterbacks in a loaded draft class. He delivered the latter, trading up to select Sam Darnold with the third overall pick. For the first time in nearly a decade, the Jets have a young, blue-chip quarterback around whom they can build.