Overview
- Philadelphia receives Michael Carter II and a 2027 seventh-round pick from New York; the Jets get John Metchie III and a 2027 sixth-rounder.
- The Eagles address a need at slot corner, with Vic Fangio having recently acknowledged the staff has considered shifting Cooper DeJean outside.
- New York adds receiver depth after injuries in its WR group, acquiring Metchie, who logged four catches for 18 yards in seven games and is set to be a restricted free agent after this season.
- Carter, who signed a three-year, about $30.75 million extension in 2024, missed three games this year with a concussion and saw his role shrink following the arrival of Jarvis Brownlee Jr.
- The swap was reported by multiple outlets and connects Carter with former Jets GM Joe Douglas, now in the Eagles' front office, six days before the trade deadline.