Four months after being traded by the Philadelphia Eagles to the New York Jets, Hassan Reddick wants to be traded again. Star Boss Rusher is official Requested to be sent out New Jersey, according to CBS Sports Lead NFL Jonathan Jones is set to mark another dramatic turn in a long contract dispute.
Reddick, 29, was originally acquired by the Jets in April in exchange for a conditional third-round draft pick. The two-time Pro Bowler turned down a pay raise with the Eagles before the deal, and multiple reports indicated he was looking to land a new contract with the Jets. The two sides failed to negotiate an extension, however, prompting Redick to skip both mandatory minicamp and training camp.
“We have informed Hassan that we will not trade him,” Jets general manager Joe Douglas said A group said in a statement Monday, “He’s expected to be here with his teammates, and if he doesn’t report he’ll be fined by the CBA. We’ve been clear, direct and consistent in our position since the trade discussions in March. Our focus is on the guys here as we prepare for the regular season.”
Reddick’s father, Raymond Mathew, ESPN said After the April trade, his son “surpassed his contract” and “only wanted market value.” Meanwhile, Redick totaled 27 sacks in two seasons with the Eagles and is entering the final season of the $45 million deal he originally signed with Philadelphia during 2022 free agency. He publicly sported Jets uniforms shortly after he was traded, only to lose a workout bonus and be fined because New York was reluctant to renegotiate his contract.
His latest play — demanding an all-out exit from New York — applies even more pressure to Jets brass after general manager Joe Douglas let Bryce Huff, one of the club’s top pass rushers, leave in free agency earlier this season. Huff accidentally (or not) landed in Philadelphia, where he’s slated to serve as Redick’s replacement off the edge.
If the Jets try to recoup draft capital and land their big-name acquisition before he even takes a snap on the green, where exactly will Redick end up? Here are some possible landing spots:
Arizona Cardinals
Redick was arguably — and infamously — abused by Arizona to start his NFL career, struggling to stay in the regular lineup in three of his four seasons with the Cardinals from 2017-2020. However, a new regime is in place, led by Jonathan Cannon, who surpassed Reddick’s 16-sack haul with the Eagles in 2022. The Cardinals also have money to spend. $33 million in current cap space.
Atlanta Falcons
No other organization has had a greater penchant for proven pass-rushing production over the past half-decade. New coach Raheem Morris hails from the defensive end, where he enjoyed late returns from outside linebacker hires like Von Miller during his tenure with the Los Angeles Rams. Money may be tight in 2024, but a new contract for Redick could push his cap hits into future years.
Chicago Bears
Few teams are more attractive than the Bears, thanks to the arrival of Caleb Williams in a playoff-ready lineup. What about safety Matt Eberfluss, who was linked to Daniel Hunter before the former Minnesota Vikings star landed in Houston? Montez Sweat already headlines their edge group, but a stand-up complement like Reddick could help fuel Chicago’s sudden playoff hopes even more.
Los Angeles Rams
It’s an NFC contender that has revolved around splashy pass-rush additions in recent years (see: Brian Burns), and while their spring first-round investment in Jarrett Vers gives the team some long-term promise, the addition of Reddick will do more. Their 2025 playoff hopes.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
The Buccaneers have been known for their ferocious defense under Todd Bowles, but they could use some extra power with key players like Joe Tryon-Shoinka and Yaya Diaby. Boasting roughly $22 million over the cap in the 2024 season, they haven’t hurt cap space after sniffing the NFC title game a year ago.
