Jets Consider Amari Cooper Addition, Trade Allen Lazard

The New York Jets are undergoing a significant overhaul following a disappointing 2024 season, having released veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers, parted ways with Davante Adams, and fired offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett in hopes of stabilizing under new head coach Aaron Glenn. The team is focusing on getting younger and building a new culture, with Allen Lazard now rumored to be on the trade block and Josh Reynolds competing for a starting receiver role, though both are seen as insufficient for a successful passing attack. With Justin Fields stepping in as the new starting quarterback, analysts widely agree the Jets have one of the weakest receiving corps in the league outside of Garrett Wilson and are urging the team to pursue free agent wide receiver Amari Cooper to bolster their offense. Cooper, a five-time Pro Bowler, would provide a proven and dynamic target, though there are questions about his fit in the Jets' run-heavy scheme. Additionally, there are calls for the Jets to reinforce their defensive line with a depth signing like Ogbo Okoronkwo, recently released by the Browns. Despite their struggles, the Jets have the cap space and opportunity to reshape their roster and potentially end their 14-year playoff drought.