The New York Jets still have several roster needs as we sit at the point between the initial wave of free agency and the 2026 NFL draft this offseason.
Among those is the wide receiver position.
That area could be addressed at the upcoming draft. However, in short time, general manager Darren Mougey has become known as a GM that is not scared to swing a trade.
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Could that be the way the Jets find a wide receiver to take some pressure off of star Garrett Wilson?
If that is the case, ESPN released a report worth knowing. Four wide receivers were named as “trade possibilities” connected to Gang Green this offseason.
Here are those four:
Brian Thomas Jr. (Jaguars)
Dec 14, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA;Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. (7) runs after a catch against the New York Jets at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
Career stats: 31 games played, 135 catches, 1,989 yards, 12 touchdowns.
Rashod Bateman (Ravens)
Nov 9, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman (7) is tackled by Minnesota Vikings cornerback Isaiah Rodgers (2) during the fourth quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images
Career stats: 65 games played, 157 catches, 2,147 yards, 15 touchdowns.
Quentin Johnston (Chargers)
Dec 27, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston (1) reacts after making a 60-yard reception against the Houston Texans during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
Career stats: 46 games played, 144 catches, 1,877 yards, 18 touchdowns.
Dontayvion Wicks (Packers)
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks (13) catches a pass against the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. The Ravens defeated the Packers 41-24. Wm. Glasheen USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
Career stats: 46 games played, 108 catches, 1,328 yards, 11 touchdowns.
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