Jets' Woody Johnson Talks Davante Adams Trade, Says 'Status Quo' Won't Lead to Wins | News, results, highlights, statistics and rumors

Kathleen William October 15, 2024

INGLEWOOD, CA – SEPTEMBER 8: Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams (17) during the NFL game between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium on September 08, 2024 in Inglewood, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

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New York Jets owner Woody Johnson didn't mince his words about the team's desire to win following Tuesday's deal to acquire Davante Adams from the Las Vegas Raiders.

Speaking to reporters during league meetings in Atlanta, Johnson said that “the killer status quo” was the main driving force behind Adams reuniting with Aaron Rodgers.

“You have to follow your instincts and build a culture,” Johnson added. “He will open everything.”

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“In my position I have to make the decisions that are best for the team. … I’m doing absolutely everything I can to win.”
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According to NFL Network Ian RapoportThe Jets send a conditional draft pick to the Raiders for Adams.

ESPN's Adam Schefter added that the Raiders can get a second-rounder if certain individual or team performance metrics are met.

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Trade Terms Update: The conditional third-round pick the Jets are trading to the Raiders for Davante Adams will become a second if one of the following occurs, per source:
🏈Adams must be 1st or 2nd team AP All-Pro
🏈On the active roster for the AFC Championship Game or Super Bowl. pic.twitter.com/CA89NUk71E

This article will be updated shortly to provide further information and analysis.