Didn't know if everyone saw this article on espn.com - written from the Jets perspective, of course.
It says the Jets initiated the talks with the Colts at last year's Senior Bowl. After Kirk Cousins spurned the Jets FA contract offer, the Colts - Jets talks accelerated and the trade was completed within a week.
Seems like they are happy with Darnold (at least for now). Although, it's not like they would say they are disappointed with the trade outcome only 365 days later.
http://www.espn.com/blog/new-york/je...s-a-year-later