The New York Jets’ acquisition of star receiver Davante Adams from the Las Vegas Raiders earlier this week has sent shockwaves through the NFL, and it appears to be generating unexpected trade interest in another Jets standout – second-year wideout Garrett Wilson. According to league sources, a select group of teams have reached out to the Jets to gauge their willingness to move the talented young pass-catcher.
While it’s understandable why teams would inquire about Wilson’s availability given the Jets’ sudden depth at the position, sources indicate that the Jets have no plans to trade the 2022 Offensive Rookie of the Year. The former first-round pick has quickly established himself as one of the league’s most dynamic young receivers, leading the NFL in targets through the first six weeks of the season.
Teams Willing to Pay Up for Wilson’s Potential
The teams expressing interest in Wilson are reportedly prepared to offer significant compensation and sign the budding star to a lucrative long-term extension. With the receiver market exploding in recent months, it’s no surprise that teams are willing to pay a premium for a player of Wilson’s caliber and potential.
However, the Jets appear committed to building a potent offense around quarterback Aaron Rodgers, and Wilson figures to be a key piece of that puzzle alongside Adams. The tandem of Adams and Wilson has the potential to be one of the most dangerous receiving duos in the league, giving Rodgers no shortage of weapons in the passing game.
Mike Williams on the Trade Block?
While the Jets are holding firm on Wilson, sources suggest they are listening to offers for veteran receiver Mike Williams. The eight-year pro missed practice on Wednesday and Thursday for personal reasons, fueling speculation about his future with the team.
Williams was reportedly a target of the Raiders in the Adams trade discussions, with Las Vegas GM Tom Telesco having drafted and extended Williams during their time together with the Chargers. While he ultimately wasn’t included in the deal, it appears Williams could still be on the move.
Steelers, Chargers Interested in Williams
According to sources, the Pittsburgh Steelers and Los Angeles Chargers are expected to be among the teams pursuing Williams. The Jets and Steelers have agreed to table any substantial talks until after their Week 7 matchup on Sunday night, but Williams’ name is likely to resurface in trade rumors next week.
“Nah, at the end of the day, if I do lose a few targets, that’s fine. I got 22 the other day [in Week 5]. It don’t take that many to get where I want to get.”
– Garrett Wilson on the addition of Davante Adams
For his part, Wilson seems excited about the prospect of playing alongside Adams, calling the All-Pro “one of my favorite players” growing up. When asked if he was concerned about potentially losing targets in the offense, Wilson shrugged off the notion.
As the Nov. 2 trade deadline approaches, the Jets find themselves in the unique position of having a surplus of receiving talent. While Garrett Wilson appears to be off-limits, Mike Williams could be the odd man out as the team looks to maximize value and build around its young core. As always, the NFL trade winds continue to blow, and the Jets are right in the eye of the storm.
