ESPN suggests a huge transaction involving the Arizona Cardinals and the New York Jets.
Would you be interested in a trade between the Jets and Cardinals.
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Why this deal makes sense for both sides: Would Reddick return to Arizona, the team that drafted him and nearly torpedoed his career? The Cardinals’ general manager and coach are somewhat new to town, but they’re also familiar with Reddick. The edge rusher had his best season in 2022, when Arizona coach Jonathan Gannon was the Eagles’ defensive coordinator. Plus, the Cardinals are starved for pass-rush help following the injury to BJ Ojulari. Also important? They have a ton of money with which to pay Reddick.
It’s tough to get Reddick out of New York, though. Douglas is fighting for his job, and it’s hard to see a successful season for New York if it stocks up on picks instead of players. So the Cardinals would have to send Baker, who is in the final year of his deal and requested a trade in the 2023 offseason before getting a pay bump. I know the Jets love Tony Adams internally, but Baker would be a significant upgrade, providing the immediate value Douglas and Saleh need.
This is a tough one. Budda Baker is a fan favorite, a captain and one of the emotional leaders on and off the field.
But, he is also looking for a new deal and has not exactly been playing at his highest level and could become part of a better overall defense with the New York Jets.
Is this something you would want to see the Arizona Cardinals pursue?
