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Sources: Jets DE McDonald IV, frustrated by playing time, requests trade
New York Jets pass rusher Will McDonald IV, frustrated by his usage, has requested a trade, sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport on Monday.
McDonald, a 2023 first-round pick whose playing time has diminished, approached the coaches weeks ago about more opportunities, a source said. Nothing has materialized, so he informed the team he wants out.
The Jets aren't actively working to trade him, a source said. The trading deadline is 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday.
McDonald was a holdover from the previous regime, which drafted him 15th overall. He recorded 10.5 sacks in 2024, but he never clicked with the current coaching staff, which arrived in 2025.
