It sounds like McDonald wants out of New York, but will he get his wish?
How are the Jets approaching the trade deadline?
The New York Jets could face an important decision on defensive end Will McDonald IV as the November 10 NFL trade deadline approaches. The former first-round pick has shown flashes of pass-rushing ability, but his place in the defensive rotation has become less secure since rookie linebacker David Bailey arrived.
In the NFL, nothing is guaranteed, and for the New York Jets, the future of Will McDonald IV is becoming increasingly uncertain. The Jets and McDonald are approaching a crossroads, with the organization facing an important decision about whether the pass rusher will remain part of their long-term plans.
How many of the NFL quarterbacks to rush for at least 25 touchdowns in their career can you name in five minutes?
We're less than two weeks away from the NFL Trade Deadline. Teams like the Jets must determine if they are willing to be buyers or sell off some of the talent on the roster.
The NFL trade deadline is November 10 at 4 p.m. ET, and several teams have already signaled their intent to sell off. Several prominent players have already been moved, and these 25 could follow.
The New York Jets have a lot riding on Sunday’s game against the Miami Dolphins. At 2-4, the Jets’ season stands at a crossroads. A win keeps their momentum toward a .500 season and respectability.
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Even when he was drafted by the Jets in 2023, it felt like Will McDonald IV was someone New York fans wouldn't truly get behind. First, it was the fact that the team seemed to take another edge rusher despite already having a plethora of them.
Through the first four games of the 2026 NFL season, Jets edge rusher Will McDonald IV has been a clear disappointment. He has tallied one sack but has been nonexistent for a majority of the year, both in run defense and in getting after the quarterback.
Through four games to begin the 2026 NFL season, the Jets own an uninspiring 1-3 record. Losing to the Bears on Sunday marked their third straight loss, leaving Gang Green in danger of seeing their season slip away before it even begins.
ESPN’s Rich Cimini writes that Jets OLB Will McDonald IV is sure to come up in trade discussions as the in-season deadline approaches. Cimini points out that after adding three new edge rushers this offseason (free agents Joseph Ossai and Kingsley Enagbare, and first-rounder David Bailey), the Jets have cut back on McDonald’s snaps.
The Green Bay Packers are on the road Sunday afternoon as they travel to take on the New York Jets in a Week 2 interconference matchup. Green Bay enters Sunday’s game with an 0-1 record after losing on the road to the Minnesota Vikings in Week 1 after allowing 29 consecutive points to end the game.
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Former Miami Dolphin Jason Sanders will handle the kicking duties for the New York Jets for the second weekend, the team has announced. But it’s not a sure thing he’ll last the entire season in the position.
The New York Jets official injury report had a surprise addition on Thursday. Edge Will McDonald IV was listed as “limited.” McDonald has an ankle injury, according to the Jets.
New York Jets edge rushers Will McDonald IV and David Bailey are undoubtedly licking their chops in anticipation of playing against the Green Bay Packers.
There was a valuable teaching moment for Dolphins HC Jeff Hafley in Miami’s preseason opener, one of what will probably be many this year. Dolphins RB Ollie Gordon picked up a 15-yard unsportsmanlike conduct penalty for throwing a ball at a defender.
Shortly after the pick became official, Jets head coach Aaron Glenn explained why he'll have Bailey as part of his defense this coming September.
Jets GM Darren Mougey said he anticipates exercising DE Will McDonald IV‘s fifth-year option this offseason, per Zack Rosenblatt. New York had until early May to make the decision.
Both the Giants and Jets sit at 2-4, but these pass-rushers have played a pivotal role in the victories their teams have claimed.
New York Jets edge-rusher Will McDonald IV has been playing stellar football in the early going this season.
NFL training camps continue to bring clarity for teams molding rosters. But not all the news from camps is good. Days ahead of the start of the first major slate of preseason games, Yardbarker NFL writers dish on the biggest disappointment in the camp of each AFC team.
In the newest episode of "The Football Room," James Foster turned back the clock to the 2023 NFL Draft. After watching their rookie seasons, we re-graded the first 16 picks in the first round.
The 2024 NFL Draft, which is hosted in Detroit, begins on April 25 and the New York Jets are slated to make the 10th overall selection when the first round gets underway.
Much like it did against Carolina, New York's defensive line took center stage in episode two of "Hard Knocks."
Though most stars won't suit up for Thursday night's Hall of Fame Game against the Cleveland Browns — namely four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers — others will be looking to make a name for themselves and solidify their spots on the roster.
Kyle Stickles became a favorite among NFL fans when he hyped up the Kansas City crowd before he announced that the Jets selected linebacker Will McDonald IV with the 15th overall pick.
Now that the NFL Draft is completed, it's time for us to weigh in on bests and worsts. Here's a look at the AFC East.
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