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Jets fire GM Joe Douglas amid woeful season, tab Savage interim

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- The New York Jets' disappointing season claimed another casualty Tuesday, as owner Woody Johnson fired general manager Joe Douglas after five-plus seasons.

The move came six weeks after Johnson fired coach Robert Saleh after a 2-3 start, setting the stage for an offseason reboot that likely will affect quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

Phil Savage, a senior football adviser for the Jets, was named the team's interim general manager. Savage is a former GM of the Cleveland Browns (2005-08).

"Today, I informed Joe Douglas he will no longer serve as the General Manager of the New York Jets.