Jets GM Darren Mougey shows interest in Notre Dame QB C.J. Carr
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 1:23 PM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026

New York Jets general manager Darren Mougey has reportedly attended three games to scout Notre Dame quarterback C.J. Carr this season. Carr has showcased strong performances, including a recent game where he completed 21 of 29 passes for 234 yards and four touchdowns against North Carolina. With the Jets planning for the future, Carr's development is significant as they hold notable draft capital for 2027. Early mock drafts suggest Carr could be selected by the Jets in the first round. As the season unfolds, Mougey's interest indicates a proactive approach toward addressing the quarterback position.
- •Darren Mougey has scouted C.J. Carr three times this season.
- •Carr led Notre Dame to a 37-26 victory over North Carolina.
- •He has completed 21 of 29 passes for 234 yards and four touchdowns in that game.
- •The Jets hold significant draft capital for the 2027 NFL Draft.
- •Mock drafts project Carr as a potential first-round pick for the Jets.
- 1:23 PMYahoo Sports — Jets GM Darren Mougey reportedly showing added interest in C.J. Carr
"Darren Mougey has reportedly watched C.J. Carr multiple times this season, adding another layer to the Jets' developing 2027 quarterback conversation.
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