After the Jets stunned the league by trading Sauce Gardner on trade deadline day, it appeared no player was off-limits.
But according to SNY’s Connor Hughes, who spoke to a team that recently called about Garrett Wilson, the Jets made it clear their star receiver is untouchable in trade discussions.
Just like Gardner, Wilson was selected by New York in the first round of the 2022 NFL draft and was extended on a lucrative four-year extension this offseason.
Despite constant turnover under center, Wilson has remained a model of consistency for the Jets, eclipsing 1,000 receiving yards in each of his first three seasons.
Now reunited with his former Ohio State quarterback, Justin Fields, he’s producing at an even higher level. This season, Wilson has hauled in 33 passes for 382 yards and four touchdowns, well on pace to set new career highs across the board.
Wilson being “untouchable” isn’t just about his talent; it’s about what he means to the Jets.
Through all the chaos, trades, and quarterback changes, he’s been the constant focal point of this team. He shows up, produces, and carries himself like the star receiver New York’s been waiting for.
As the Jets tear things down and rebuild around a new quarterback, Wilson’s the guy they want leading that next chapter, the kind of player you keep, not trade.
