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John Metchie Quickly Emerges as Jets’ Top Target After Deadline Trade

Coach Aaron Glenn underscores Metchie’s 6 a.m. routine to show the Jets targeted him to contribute immediately.

Overview

  • New York’s Week 12 loss in Baltimore featured Metchie leading the Jets with six receptions on seven targets for 65 yards and their only touchdown.
  • In three games since the Oct. 29 acquisition, he has 10 catches for 113 yards and two receiving touchdowns, including scores in back-to-back weeks.
  • Glenn praised Metchie’s leadership and preparation, noting he arrives daily at 6 o’clock to catch roughly 300 balls and has quickly integrated into the offense.
  • The Jets acquired Metchie from the Eagles for Michael Carter II in a late-round 2027 pick swap, a move some analysts have labeled a low-risk addition credited to GM Darren Mougey.
  • With Garrett Wilson sidelined by a knee injury and Tyrod Taylor starting in Week 12, Metchie has seized a larger role, and he enters the offseason as a pending restricted free agent.