The New York Jets’ attempt to salvage another season has resulted in another major shakeup, with owner Woody Johnson announcing Tuesday that general manager Joe Douglas was fired more than halfway through his sixth season with the organization.
Johnson released a statement confirming reports that the team had parted ways with Douglas amid a tumultuous 3-8 season.
“Today, I informed Joe Douglas he will no longer serve as the General Manager of the New York Jets. I want to thank Joe for his commitment to the Jets over the last six years and wish him and his family the best moving forward,” the statement read.
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“Phil Savage will be the Interim General Manager for the remainder of the season. We will begin the process to identify a new General Manager immediately.”
The news followed another crushing loss for the Jets, this time a one-point loss to the Indianapolis Coltsat home on Sunday. It …