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Call him Dealin’ Darren; Mougey Trades Fields for ’27 Pick

Another day, another deal; Jets GM Darren Mougey has pulled off another trade that nobody saw coming. Expected to release QB Justin Fields at some point this offseason, Mougey was able to get a 2027 6th round draft choice for the failed signal caller.

From @NFLNetwork: The #Jets are trading Justin Fields to the #Chiefs, giving them an experienced backup or starter if Patrick Mahomes isn't ready. pic.twitter.com/T68YCxQ9cR

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2026

Fields joined the Jets last offseason on a 2-year deal worth up to $40 million with $30 million of that guaranteed but after bombing in year one, he was bound to be moved on at some point this offseason.