From Jamal Adams appeared as a “hot name” in trade negotiations during the 2019 NFL season, the safety of the All-Pro New York Jets is apparently on the verge of another confrontation with general manager Joe Douglas. The latter has repeatedly referred to the Jets’ respect for Adams while publicly welcoming offers for the former first-round pick, and in the midst of a reported deadlock in long-term contract negotiations, there is new speculation about the future of Adams in the Big Apple.
With that in mind, here’s an introduction to the whole saga, with up-to-date reports on the possibility of Adams landing elsewhere.
Do the Jets want to trade Adams?
Ideally, no. As Rich Cimini of ESPN and Ralph Vacchiano of SNY reported, the Jets remain committed to signing a long-term contract with the 24-year-old; they simply prefer to wait for an extension, when Adams apparently wants their entry before the 2020 season. With Adams under the control of the team for at least two more seasons (then potentially 2022, under a potential franchise label), New York Pony seems to be in no hurry to the highest dollar, and yet they always wanted to make Adams a “Jet for life.”
Adams want to be traded?
In the absence of a new contract, yes. Or at least that’s according to Charles Robinson of Yahoo Sports, who reported on Friday that Adams “has been upset since” Douglas admitted to taking calls on him by the 2019 deadline and that he “is currently receiving commercial notices his father’s solid “, former NFL defender George Adams. Jets security has previously denied requesting a move out of town, but everything indicates that he would accept a change of scenery if New York did not pay this off-season.
Do the Jets listen to commercial offers?
Yes. Douglas has said it himself several times, more recently just before the 2020 project. Listening to offers, of course, is very different from looking for them, and the Jets don’t even allow the Adams agent to explore potential offers, according to Robinson.
But the mere fact that the team has spoken so openly and repeatedly about the possibility of separating from Adams suggests that it will give long and serious thought to serious investigations into the former LSU star. In fact, this week alone, the possibility of an exchange emerged in conversations between the two sides, according to Cimini, although it is not clear how serious these discussions were.
What could the Jets get for Adams?
Robinson, ex-Cowboy star Michael Irvin and former Dallas and New York columnist Gary Myers said the Jets’ asking price is at least a first and third round pick. But it stands to reason that the Jets could last longer.
After all, they have most of the leverage given that they can faithfully keep Adams until 2022 – and that Adams would lose money if he decided to hang on during the off-season. For reference, in 2019, the Jacksonville Jaguars obtained two first rounds and a future fourth in exchange for Jalen Ramsey, a defensive back with a similar All-Pro pedigree and the desire for a new agreement.
Does Adams have a wish list for new teams?
You bet he does. Adams has repeatedly stated since 2018 that he would love to play for the Dallas Cowboys, whose head office is located less than 20 minutes from his hometown of Lewisville, Texas.
However, it is not the only team he would play for, according to Robinson, and there are certainly others on the list. Geographically speaking, the Houston Texans and the New Orleans Saints would also bring Adams closer to his former playground.
Are the Cowboys the favorites to land Adams?
With so many variables at this point, it is probably premature to crown a favorite. But if you were to identify a favorite, it would be Dallas. Sources say CBS Sports insider Patrik Walker that with each passing day (and no new contract for Adams), the Cowboys’ chances of revising trade negotiations for increased safety.
Dallas was prepared to part with a first round in 2019, through Walker, and would likely be entertained by giving up both the first and third rounds this time, but not before the time is right and after attempts to negotiate the price going down. Contrary to recent speculation, the ‘Boys would have “no interest” in including the big receiver Michael Gallup as part of a potential deal. They are also ready to “hang up” on unreasonable requests, after putting themselves in a position not to spend too much by associating Xavier Woods with Ha Ha Clinton-Dix. Even so, their interest in Adams “is not dead.”
Who else could try to trade for Adams?
Speculated as potential business chip on the day of the drawAdams has already requested information from “more than half of the teams in the league,” according to Cimini. Outside Dallas, the following clubs could possibly be among the contenders for safety:
Cleveland Browns: Even after spending a second round on Grant Delpit, the Browns could use more proven help than Karl Joseph, especially given the latter’s injury history. New coach Kevin Stefanski is well aware of the benefits of world class safety, having executed an offense against Harrison Smith and Anthony Harris in Minnesota. The Browns are also loaded with space for 2020.
Houston Texans: If there is one GM that cannot be excluded from any blockbuster, it’s Bill O’Brien. After saving money by reducing Tashaun Gipson by a year into a big deal, they could still use an upgrade in front of Justin Reid. Given their proximity to Dallas from the rest of the league, they would also deserve approval from Adams’ camp.
Miami Dolphins: After auctioning off their best talents in 2019, the Dolphins launched the pendulum in the opposite direction for 2020, with an emphasis on immediate defense assistance. Perhaps the most glaring hole is that of security, where Minkah Fitzpatrick no longer resides. With lots of caps and a former safety trainer to Brian Flores running the show, why wouldn’t they call?
Philadelphia Eagles: The Eagles sacrificed a few more years of Malcolm Jenkins to secure Darius Slay at cornerback, but Adams is the kind of young rising star that Howie Roseman would certainly explore, especially given his penchant for filling the market place of safety. veterans. His physical appearance would delight coordinator Jim Schwartz in the blink of an eye.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers: They added Antoine Winfield Jr. in the second round, but they could use more secondary help in winning mode now. They are also responsible for relations with Adams: coordinator Todd Bowles was the Jets’ head coach when writing Adams, and former New York defensive assistants Mike Caldwell and Kacy Rodgers are also Tampa Bay staff .
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