NFL notebook: Panthers get QB Sam Darnold from Jets for draft picks The former No. 3 pick in the draft was once considered untouchable in New York. Associated Press Share Quarterback Sam Darnold was traded from the Jets to the Panthers for a sixth-round pick in this year’s draft and second- and fourth-round picks in the 2022 draft. Steve Luciano/Associated Press NEW YORK — The New York Jets traded quarterback Sam Darnold to the Carolina Panthers, ending a stint that was marked by a few flashes of brilliance, inconsistent play and unfortunate injuries. And with the Jets holding the No. 2 overall pick in the NFL draft, they’re likely moving on to another young signal-caller who they hope will deliver the team back to respectability. New York announced it acquired a sixth-round pick in this year’s draft and second- and fourth-round picks in the 2022 draft.