nfl trade rumors
nfl trade rumors
In the latest NFL trade rumors, the deadline is just around the corner, but the Kansas City Chiefs and New York Jets could reportedly agree to an astronomical deal. According to Jonathan Jones of The Athletic, the Chiefs are assessing their options in the wide receiver trade market. However, star wideout Garrett Wilson has been rumored to be moved, though the Jets are uninterested in trading the pass-catcher. Still, the Chiefs are likely a perfect fit for the wideout, who finished the 2025 season with 36 receptions for 395 yards and four touchdowns in seven games.
While the wideout hasn’t stayed healthy, the Chiefs are looking for a “big-name” wide receiver. Originally selected in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft, the former Ohio State product would immediately improve the Chiefs’ receiving unit. In 2024, the pass-catcher had arguably his best season, finishing with 95 receptions for 1,042 yards and three touchdowns, a year after being named the Offensive Rookie of the Year.
While the Chiefs could target lower-end options, including Indianapolis Colts’ Josh Downs and Tennessee Titans’ Calvin Ridley, Wilson and Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Chris Godwin are the crown jewels for the Kansas City offense.
nfl trade rumors
Sep 27, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions defensive line Alim McNeill (54) tackles New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson (5) during the first quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images
NFL Trade Rumors: Chiefs, Jets Linked in $130M Massive Deal
Godfather Trade Proposal
The Chiefs haven’t had a superstar wide receiver since Tyreek Hill, who remains a free agent and is rumored to reunite with QB Patrick Mahomes in a few weeks. Unfortunately for him, the Chiefs may no longer be interested, as the wideout remains in trouble with the law.
Ultimately, the Chiefs have trade assets to offer the Jets if they want this trade to work. Perhaps they could trade Rashee Rice, who filed for bankruptcy and is in the final year of his contract, and a first-round pick. The Jets will likely want more, but Kansas City could offer a fourth-round selection to spice the deal.
Kansas City Likely New Weapon
With the Jets unlikely to deal Wilson or RB Breece Hall, the Chiefs will probably have to acquire last-minute rental wide receiver Ridley. Hill remains in the cards for Kansas City, but he poses a risk with Rice already on thin ice with the law. Jacksonville Jaguars’ Brian Thomas Jr. could be traded to Kansas City, but the Jaguars are unlikely to help their AFC rival, especially if the two meet in the upcoming postseason.
nfl trade rumors
Oct 5, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson (5) scores a touchdown as Dallas Cowboys cornerback Daron Bland (26) defends during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
Other Possible Destinations
Carolina Panthers
The Carolina Panthers, like the Chiefs, have something to offer to acquire Wilson. The Panthers aren’t looking for a wide receiver, but could be sneaky buyers at the trade deadline. WR Xavier Legette remains a trade candidate this season, and the Panthers could offer him and a first-round pick for the Jets star wide receiver. Carolina has two established receivers, Jalen Coker and Tetairoa McMillan, but adding the Jets pass-catcher could take them to the NFC Championship Game.
Los Angeles Rams
Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Rams don’t have any extra draft picks, especially after acquiring Myles Garrett and Trent McDuffie. However, the Rams desperately need a star-studded receiver alongside Puka Nacua. Tutu Atwell and Konata Mumpfield are solid, but won’t be enough to elevate Matthew Stafford’s postseason offense. Acquiring Wilson as the final puzzle piece would probably help him reach the Super Bowl.
San Francisco 49ers
Ultimately, the San Francisco 49ers have an injury-plagued wide receiving unit. If anyone on this list needs a wide receiver, it’s the 49ers. With Demarcus Robinson returning from injured reserve, veteran Christian Kirk is headed there. Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel are battling injuries, and this might be a sign to get a superstar to help Brock Purdy reach his first Super Bowl. Wilson could change the San Francisco landscape.