One potential Jets’ free-agent target is off the board.
The Chiefs placed the franchise tag on linebacker Dee Ford Saturday. The Jets are in the market for an edge rusher. Ford finished tied for seventh with 13 sacks.
ESPN reported that Kansas City would listen to trade offers for Ford, who is represented by the same agent as Le’Veon Bell. But the Jets are looking to acquire more draft picks, not necessarily give any up.
They have the No 3 pick and may be able to grab an edge rusher if they don’t trade down. Kentucky outside linebacker Josh Allen has the potential to be a disruptive and game-changing edge rusher.