Report: Will McDonald requests a trade away from the Jets
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Key Points:
- Jets linebacker Will McDonald has requested a trade ahead of Tuesday's deadline, seeking a move away from the team amid a disappointing season.
- Despite interest from other teams, the Jets have not yet engaged in trade discussions involving McDonald.
- McDonald, a 2023 first-round pick, is under contract with a fifth-year option and a $14.475 million cap hit in 2027.
- After being a starter for most of the past two seasons, McDonald has seen reduced playing time this year, participating in less than half of the Jets' defensive snaps.
- This season, McDonald has recorded 16 tackles, three sacks, a forced fumble, and two fumble recoveries, contributing to his career total of 24.5 sacks.
