As training camp begins, players like Trey Hendrickson and Terry McLaurin are without contract extensions, creating uncertainty for their futures. The Patriots may target these players given their $60 million in cap space, but other teams, notably the Jets, could pursue trades if either becomes available. Benzamin predicts McLaurin could land with the Jets, complicating the Patriots' playoff chances. The Jets need pass-catching weapons and have close to $30 million in cap space, while McLaurin has connections to their new coaching staff.
If Terry McLaurin is traded to the Jets, the Patriots will have a far more difficult path to the playoffs.
The Jets aren't necessarily angling to contend in 2025 as much as successfully transition to a new culture and regime.
They have money to spare, however, with close to $30 million in remaining cap space, plus a relatively dire need for pass-catching weapons.
New quarterback Justin Fields shares an Ohio State background with McLaurin, and Jets passing game coordinator Scott Turner was previously McLaurin's play-caller.
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