Reddick Traded to New York Jets

All-Pro linebacker leaves Philadelphia after four seasons

Reddick, 29, has emerged as one of the NFL's most prolific edge rushers

The Philadelphia Eagles have agreed to terms with the New York Jets on a trade to acquire All-Pro linebacker Haason Reddick, league sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Monday.

Reddick, who is entering the final non-guaranteed year of a three-year, $45 million contract he signed with the Eagles in 2020, had 16 sacks last season and was named an All-Pro for the first time in his career.

The Eagles paid Reddick an average annual salary of $15 million per season, good for 20th among edge rushers, according to Spotrac. Reddick did not participate in the Eagles' mandatory minicamp in June, and he skipped the team's training camp this summer as well.

The Jets are expected to give Reddick a contract extension that will make him one of the highest-paid edge rushers in the NFL. Reddick has compiled 27 sacks in the last two seasons, which is tied for the most among all NFL players in that span.

Conclusion

The trade of Reddick is a significant loss for the Eagles, who are looking to rebound from a disappointing 9-8 season in 2021. Reddick was one of the team's most productive players on defense, and his departure will leave a big hole in the Eagles' lineup. The Jets, meanwhile, are getting a proven pass rusher who is still in the prime of his career. Reddick should be a key part of the Jets' defense for years to come.