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NFL·HOT_TAKE·October 31, 2026 09:10 AM ET

New York Jets shut down trade interest in Garrett Wilson ahead of deadline

New York holds a 2-5 record and three 2027 first-round picks while keeping its primary receiver off the market.

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What happened: Multiple reports confirmed the New York Jets have informed inquiring teams that wide receiver Garrett Wilson is not available ahead of the Nov. 10 trade deadline. The stance follows sideline frustration during a 28-25 loss to the Miami Dolphins, after which Wilson stated that he wants to remain in New York and win games.

Why it matters: Wilson plays like a legitimate top-10 wide receiver whose ceiling remains capped by inconsistent offensive execution. Parting with a franchise wideout would set the organization back years, even if another team offered multiple first-round selections like the Chicago Bears sent for Jeffery Simmons. Keeping Wilson in New York is the only defensible move for a front office that must prioritize proven talent over speculative draft capital.

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