Jets Eyeing Receiver Trade Before Draft

0:00It's April 1st, NFL News. Today starts now, AI-powered and game-ready. The New York Jets are on the hunt for a wide-receivered pair with Gare Wilson and ease the pressure on him. With Geno Smith locked in as their short-term franchise quarterback, beefing up the receiving group feels urgent. They hold 9 picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, including two first rounders at number two and number 16 overall. But instead of waiting, they might trade for a proven vet right now. ESPN Jets inside a rich Samini just drop word that the team is seriously mulling a receiver trade soon. He floated a couple names that could shake things up in New York. First up is Brian Thomas Jr. from the Jacksonville Jaguars. This 2024 first round pick is only 23 and already notched over a thousand yards in a season. Still, it's unclear if the Jags want to move him since he's young and productive. Meanwhile, Dante Vian Wicks from the Green Bay

1:01Packers looks like a smarter, cheaper target. The 24-year-old fifth-rounder balled out as a rookie with 581 yards and four touchdowns. His numbers dipped lately to 30 catches for 332 yards and two scores, and he's in his final contract here. Packers might listen to offers with Wicks baiting a bit and he'd fit perfect in New York. Keep an eye on this as the Jets build around Smith before the draft hits.