More recently, the team traded for six-time Pro Bowler Davante Adams, another old friend who's still skilled, but past his prime. This was after firing head coach Robert Saleh and demoting Hackett, moves that clubs typically make once they're out of playoff contention. The Jets, though, hoped that these moves would create a spark.

The New York Jets looked ready for a potential mid-season turnaround after last week's win over the Houston Texans snapped a five-game losing streak.