Jets Address Garrett Wilson’s Future as Russell Wilson Fuels 49Ers Trade Talk

WHO:

ESPN - New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson, 26, is described as one of the NFL’s most talented wide receivers and a central building block for the team.

ESPN - Jets ownership is said by sources to love Wilson and oppose trading him.

Pro Football Network - San Francisco 49ers quarterback Russell Wilson urged San Francisco to pursue Garrett Wilson.

Pro Football Network - Jets fans objected to Russell Wilson’s trade speculation and said Garrett Wilson was not available.

Newsweek - The 49ers have injuries to Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel, and De’Zhaun Stribling.

Heavy NFL - The 49ers acquired defensive tackle DeForest Buckner.

ESPN - Other wide receivers mentioned in trade-deadline discussions include Brian Thomas Jr., Josh Downs, Jauan Jennings, Jerry Jeudy, and Calvin Ridley.

WHAT:

ESPN - A source told ESPN there is “no way” the Jets will trade Garrett Wilson before the NFL trade deadline, despite interest from other teams.

ESPN - The Jets signed Wilson to a four-year, $130 million contract extension that runs through 2030.

ESPN - Wilson said, “I want to be here, man,” and said he wants to win games. He added, “Do I love it more than I love winning? Nah, to be completely honest, but I'm hopeful.”

ESPN - The Jets previously traded cornerback Sauce Gardner and defensive tackle Quinnen Williams for draft picks.

ESPN - New York received the Indianapolis Colts’ 2027 first-round pick and the higher of Dallas’ or Green Bay’s 2027 first-round picks in those trades.

Heavy NFL - The 49ers traded a 2027 fourth-round draft pick for DeForest Buckner.

Newsweek - ESPN reportedly suggested the 49ers bring back a familiar face as a potential receiver option.

WHY:

ESPN - The Jets intend to prioritize using their existing draft picks, rather than accumulating more, and view Wilson as a key part of rebuilding the roster and improving the offense.

HOW:

ESPN - Sources said the Jets’ situation with Wilson differs from the previous trades of Gardner and Williams; the team has no interest in moving him, and ownership reportedly opposes a trade.

Pro Football Network - Russell Wilson’s trade pitch prompted 49ers fans to react and Jets fans to publicly reject the idea.

WHEN:

ESPN - The Jets’ trade deadline is November 10, 2026.

ESPN - Wilson’s contract extension was signed 15 months before the article’s reporting.

The Jets say Garrett Wilson is untouchable, despite the 49ers’ reported interest in acquiring him. New York views the receiver as central to rebuilding its offense and roster. Wilson signed a four-year, $130 million extension, and says he wants to win there.