The rumor mill has been churning around New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson this week, but the star pass-catcher is making it clear: he's not going anywhere.
Wilson, who has been a bright spot in an otherwise struggling Jets offense, addressed the speculation head-on Wednesday. When asked directly if he had requested a trade, his answer was a firm 'No.' He acknowledged the noise but stressed his focus remains on the field.
'I see the stuff on social media as well. I'm big on controlling what I can control,' Wilson said. 'We saw it last year – we've seen it through the history of time. I try to control what I can control – go out and run good routes, catch the ball when it's thrown my way, have a good impact on my teammates.'
The trade chatter has been fueled by Wilson's limited involvement in Sunday's 28-25 loss to the Miami Dolphins, where he saw just three targets. Despite that, he's still produced solid numbers this season, hauling in 37 receptions for 444 yards and three touchdowns.
Part of the buzz stems from outside voices, including former NFL star Russell Wilson, who publicly urged Garrett Wilson to force a move to a contender like the Kansas City Chiefs or San Francisco 49ers. The ex-quarterback pointed to the Chiefs' recent struggles with dropped passes as a perfect fit.
'If I'm Garrett Wilson, I'm going to the Kansas City Chiefs,' Russell Wilson said. 'As you saw on Sunday Night Football, they were struggling to catch the football. You don't see Patrick Mahomes getting frustrated too often. They need a big receiver, and Garrett Wilson is that guy.'
But Garrett Wilson isn't biting. The Jets have him under contract through the 2030 season on a lucrative $130 million deal, and there's no indication the front office is looking to move him before the Nov. 10 trade deadline. While a blockbuster offer could always change things—similar to how the team handled a certain defensive star last year—Wilson's public stance suggests he's all in on turning things around in New York.
The Jets sit at 2-5, and the season hasn't gone as planned, but Wilson remains a cornerstone piece. His commitment to the franchise, even amid the turmoil, sends a strong message to fans and teammates alike.
For now, the trade rumors can simmer—Garrett Wilson isn't listening.
