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Jets benefit from Colts’ struggles in upcoming draft trades

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 3:20 AM

Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Jets benefit from Colts’ struggles in upcoming draft trades

Summary

The New York Jets have a vested interest in the Indianapolis Colts' performance this NFL season. The Colts traded their 2027 first-round pick to the Jets in exchange for cornerback Sauce Gardner, meaning the worse the Colts perform, the higher the Jets' draft pick will be in 2027. While the Colts have struggled since acquiring Gardner, starting the season with a loss, the Jets are looking to capitalize on their pick surplus to build for the future. Following last year's poor finish for the Colts, the implications of their performance are particularly significant for the Jets.

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Status Watch

•Jets traded for Colts' 2027 first-round pick in Sauce Gardner deal.
•Colts have lost their opening game of the season.
•Colts' poor performance last season included a seven-game losing streak.
•Jets also have picks from the Quinnen Williams trade to bolster their roster.

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3:20 AMYahoo Sports — Why Colts Losing Is Good For Jets

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There’s one team that should spend the entire season rooting against the Indianapolis Colts. That would be the New York Jets. No matter who the Colts play — whether it’s the Baltimore Ravens in Week 1, or the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 2, or any team going forward. The Jets benefit from the Sauce […] The post Why Colts Losing Is Good For Jets appeared first on HEAVY.
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