Michael Carter II Does the Unthinkable to Force Jets-Eagles Trade
Michael Carter II was ready to move heaven and Earth to facilitate a trade away from the New York Jets ahead of the NFL trade deadline. NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport shared the details on social media:
“Here’s how badly Michael Carter II wanted to join the champs: Sources say he agreed to delete the $5M guaranteed for injury in his 2026 contract year to complete the trade to the Eagles,” Rapoport revealed.
NFL agents work hard to secure every key detail in a contract, so for Carter to waive a vital $5 million injury guarantee was a significant component of the trade.
### A Trade That Was Best for Both Parties
Carter had fallen out of favor with the Jets’ coaching staff. He went from being the highest-paid slot defender in the league to riding the bench. The writing was on the wall after the Jets acquired cornerback Jarvis Brownlee Jr. in a trade with the Tennessee Titans earlier this season.
Things worked out well for Carter, though. He went from playing for a 1-7 Jets team in Week 8 to joining the 6-2, first-place, defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC East.
Not too shabby.
Carter moves to a team where he will be a full-time contributor, surrounded by a much better football environment with championship aspirations. This trade gives him a chance to rejuvenate his NFL career.
Meanwhile, the Jets receive salary cap relief, improve their draft position, and add a young wide receiver to their roster.
### Trade Details
“Trade: Jets are sending CB Michael Carter and a 2027 7th-round pick to the Eagles in exchange for WR John Metchie and a 2027 sixth-round pick,” ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter posted.
### Grading the Jets-Eagles Trade: Swapping Carter for Metchie
ESPN’s Seth Walder graded the trade a **B** for both teams.
“Moving on from Carter was logical for the Jets. Jarvis Brownlee Jr., who filled in during Carter’s absence, put up better numbers in a limited sample: 0.9 yards allowed per coverage snap when aligned in the slot. With the Jets long out of playoff contention this season, it made sense to deal Carter, get off the hook for his light guarantee next year, and recoup whatever draft compensation they could,” Walder explained.
“That turned out to be a late-round pick swap, but the Jets also picked up [John] Metchie III. He is essentially a throw-in, but he could feasibly start on a Jets team that has a barren wide receiver room. Behind Garrett Wilson, who has missed the last two weeks with a hyperextended knee, the Jets have Tyler Johnson, Arian Smith, and Allen Lazard at wide receiver, with Josh Reynolds on IR. The Eagles acquired Metchie from the Texans in an August trade, but he only played 14 snaps for them. The Jets might give him an avenue to significant playing time,” Walder added.
### Carter Shares Message Post Trade
Minutes after the trade was announced, Carter took to social media to share his thoughts.
“New York, I’m forever grateful! You changed my life 💚 so much love to all my dawgs in the building. Greatness is on the way,” Carter wrote.
### Jets Bring Back Fan Favorite Pass Catcher
In other roster news, the Jets announced on social media that they have signed wide receiver Brandon Smith to the practice squad. He was released from the team’s active roster earlier this week on Tuesday.
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This trade marks an important shift for both the Jets and Eagles as they prepare to finish the season strong and look toward the future.
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