Just over a week ago we compiled a list of players that the Jets might have in their crosshairs to upgrade their 53-man roster. One free agent on that list (at that time) was wide receiver Demaryus Thomas, whom the Jets dealt for yesterday as Joe Douglas sent a 2021 6th round pick to Bill Belichick and the Patriots to acquire the veteran receiver.
Reaction to the deal from fans has ranged from curiosity as to why the Jets would give up a draft pick for an older receiver with little left in the tank, to some level of optimism given the need for depth at the position and Thomas’ familiarity with head coach Adam Gase from their days together in Denver.