When Percy Harvin steps on the field for the Jets, general manager John Idzik will be judged on the play of the mercurial wide receiver.

While fans will be watching the dynamic weapon, Idzik will be viewing the trade through a much larger scope: Its effect on quarterback Geno Smith.

At 1-6, the 2014 Jets are dead. Even with a light schedule in the second half, the idea of this Jets team running the table and making a surprise run to the postseason picture is ludicrous to believe.

In reality, the rest of this season must serve as a springboard for 2015 and beyond. The process toward becoming a winner starts at the quarterback position and Smith. With Harvin aboard, Idzik finally has given his 2013 draft pick enough weapons to succeed and show the front office is he's a franchise signal caller.

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From Harvin to Eric Decker to Jace Amaro a stable of capable running backs, the Jets have surrounded their quarterback with enough weapons to make a legitimate evaluation after the season.

Watch the video above and sound off below in the comments section with your thoughts on the Harvin deal and how it will impact Smith.

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