The Washington Commanders are living the nightmare the New York Jets managed to avoid. On Thursday, star wide receiver Terry McLaurin requested a trade amid a contract dispute with the organization.
And yet, for the Jets, it’s a reminder of just how close they came to a similar disaster with Garrett Wilson. While McLaurin is demanding to be sent packing, Wilson is locked in as a franchise cornerstone despite months of trade rumors.
It wasn't long ago that Wilson's future in New York felt anything but certain. In fact, many within the organization were bracing for what felt like an inevitable trade request.