New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson was inactive for Sunday’s game against the Carolina Panthers. He was injured last week in the team’s loss to the Denver Broncos, and the knee is apparently not healthy enough for a quick return. And with the NFL trade deadline looming, there is a chance that Wilson has played in his final game with the team that drafted him.
Jets Mentioned As Sellers For NFL Trade Deadline
There have been a handful of poorly-performing teams in 2025, but the Jets have been the worst. They are the only team in the league that entered Week 7 without a win on their resume, and many are starting to question the leadership of first-year head coach Aaron Glenn.
Star wide receiver Garrett Wilson is among the New York Jets’ inactive players for their Week 7 game against the Carolina Panthers.
Wilson injured his knee during last Sunday’s loss to the Broncos in London. pic.twitter.com/E67yIl9hqT
— The Athletic NFL (@TheAthleticNFL) October 19, 2025
With the team on the verge of punting on the season, there may be some players on the roster that New York places on the trade block. They have some valuable pieces that could fetch solid returns, which would aid in their rebuild. The name that has been mentioned the most is Breece Hall, but there has been no deal struck for the running back yet.
Could Wilson be one of the players that the Jets dangle ahead of the 2025 deadline? There were questions last season about how happy the 25-year-old was in his situation with the team, but that was mostly put to rest when he signed an extension in the offseason. After three straight seasons of 1,000+ yards to begin his NFL career, Wilson cashed in with a four-year deal worth $130 million.
Garrett Wilson Could Use A Change Of Scenery
It remains to be seen if the Jets would be willing to part with the young wideout, but their phones are almost certainly ringing. There are plenty of teams that are looking for help in the way of pass catchers, including both the Buffalo Bills and Pittsburgh Steelers, and New York could be swayed by the right offer.
Garrett Wilson is being wasted in NY. His talent is dying there.
— Dan Orlovsky (@danorlovsky7) October 12, 2025
A change of scenery would likely be welcomed by Garrett Wilson. Through the first six games of the season, Wilson has yet to hit the 100 yard mark in any contest, and the Jets’ passing game has been a major disappointment overall. He has, however, found the end zone four times already, putting him on pace to finish with a career high in that category.
