While June 1 is always a busy day for NFL transactions, Tuesday was one for the ages.

The blockbuster trade of Myles Garrett took center stage while the New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles were able to come to terms on a trade, officially sending A.J. Brown to Foxborough.

Our own Michael Nania detailed the long-term implications of these deals. There is also a short-term impact that could benefit the Jets.

Although facing Brown twice a year in the division will be no easy task, Garrett’s departure significantly softens part of New York’s early-season schedule.

How the Garrett trade benefits the Jets

Here is a look at the Jets’ first five games on their 2026 schedule.

  • Week 1: at Tennessee Titans (1 p.m. EST)
  • Week 2: vs. Green Bay Packers (1 p.m. EST)
  • Week 3: at Detroit Lions (1 p.m. EST)
  • Week 4: at Chicago Bears (1 p.m. EST)
  • Week 5: vs. Cleveland Browns (1 p.m. EST)

Weeks 2-4 are a rough stretch for the team, featuring three consecutive games against teams that had winning records in 2025. It emphasizes the importance of picking up victories in Weeks 1 and 5.

If the Jets are able to come out of that stretch at 3-2, beating Tennessee, one of their three matchups against the NFC North, and Cleveland, they should be in a strong position right as their schedule starts to open up.

Thanks to the Garrett trade, the Jets’ Week 5 matchup just got easier.

Throughout seven career games against the Jets, Garrett has logged 11.0 sacks, his most against a non-divisional opponent.

New York will still be facing a Pro Bowl-level edge rusher in Jared Verse, whom the Browns acquired from the Los Angeles Rams as part of the Garrett trade. However, not having to face Garrett is a huge bonus for the Jets, especially given his track record against them.

With one of the league’s top players out of the picture, the Jets’ earlier schedule has become a little lighter.