Jets Expected To Trade CB Nahshon Wright

As a result, the Jets are expected to trade Wright before Tuesday afternoon’s 4:00 p.m. ET deadline, according to Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic.

The 28-year-old was coming off a Pro Bowl in his first season as a starter with 11 passes defended, five interceptions, three tackles for loss, two forced fumbles, and three recoveries. He received little interest in free agency – perhaps due to his underwhelming 13.4 yards per reception and 8.4 yards per target allowed – and took a one-year deal in New York.

Wright dealt with a minor injury during training camp, largely keeping him out of the starting cornerback competition. He played in Weeks 1 and 2, exclusively on special teams, before four weeks on the sidelines as a healthy scratch. Jarvis Brownlee’s absence due to a disciplinary issue in Week 7 brought him back into the game day picture, but he has not played since.

A change of scenery seems like the best path forward for all parties. Wright is owed just $750k for the rest of the season, per OverTheCap, and could likely be acquired for a late-round pick or Day 3 pick swap. Reuniting with the Bears could make sense. Chicago got solid play out of Wright last year, could use some cornerback help, and have shown an willingness to invest in their defense this season.

There is no reason for the Jets not to accept any offer they receive for Wright if he is no longer in their plans. At present, he is exceedingly unlikely to net a 2028 compensatory pick in the offseason, so New York should take whatever draft capital they can get right now.