US EditionJets Agree to Trade Cornerback Michael Carter II to Eagles for Wide Receiver John Metchie III
The Eagles strengthen their nickel cornerback position while the Jets address wide receiver needs and gain salary cap flexibility, a move described as win-win by NFL insiders.
- On October 29, 2025, the Philadelphia Eagles traded wide receiver John Metchie III and a 2027 sixth-round pick to the New York Jets for cornerback Michael Carter II and a 2027 seventh-round pick, ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter reported.
- Because the Jets needed receiver help after injuries, starter Josh Reynolds was placed on injured reserve last week and Michael Carter became expendable after Jarvis Brownlee Jr. was recently acquired.
- Carter's contract and usage suggest he fits the slot corner role with nearly 85% of snaps there, under contract through 2027 for $20.3M with $2.7 million guaranteed and 223 tackles in 65 games.
- The Eagles roster immediately cleared a spot by moving Parry Nickerson and John Metchie III and adding Michael Carter, altering their backup-slot mix while the Jets improved salary-cap flexibility with Carter.
- Ahead of the Nov. 4 trade deadline, reports noted Michael Carter waived a $5 million injury guarantee, Joe Douglas linked the move to his Jets drafting role, and Allen Lazard may face trade talks.
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The Trentonian
The Delaware County Daily TimesEagles bolster secondary with trade for Michael Carter II
PHILADELPHIA — During the Eagles’ bye week with the trade clock ticking fast, Howie Roseman has struck again. Days before the NFL’s Nov. 4 trade deadline, the Birds’ general manager addressed one of his roster’s few weak points and acquired cornerback Michael Carter II from the New York Jets in exchange for wide receiver John Metchie III and a late-round pick swap, the team confirmed Wednesday evening. The Eagles have a glaring need at the secon…
Eagles bolster secondary with trade for Michel Carter II
PHILADELPHIA — During the Eagles’ bye week with the trade clock ticking fast, Howie Roseman has struck again. Days before the NFL’s Nov. 4 trade deadline, the Birds’ general manager addressed one of his roster’s few weak points and acquired cornerback Michael Carter II from the New York Jets in exchange for wide receiver John Metchie III and a late-round pick swap, the team confirmed Wednesday evening. The Eagles have a glaring need at the secon…
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Jets agree to trade cornerback Michael Carter II to Eagles for wide receiver John Metchie III
The New York Jets have agreed to trade cornerback Michael Carter II to the Philadelphia Eagles for wide receiver John Metchie III. The deal also includes a swap of draft picks for the 2027 NFL draft. Carter, who signed a…
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Jets trade cornerback Michael Carter II to Eagles for wide receiver John Metchie III, AP source says
A person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press the New York Jets have agreed to trade cornerback Michael Carter II to the Philadelphia Eagles for wide receiver John Metchie III.
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