In a dramatic escalation of their contract dispute, Haason Reddick has formally requested a trade from the New York Jets. The Jets responded decisively, making it clear that they have no intention of acquiescing to Reddick’s demands.
Jets General Manager Joe Douglas issued a stern statement, asserting, “We have informed Haason that we will not trade him, that he is expected to be here with his teammates, and that he will continue to be fined per the CBA if he does not report. Since the trade discussions back in March, we have been clear, direct, and consistent with our position. Our focus will remain on the players we have as we prepare for the regular season.”
Reddick’s holdout, now in its 21st day, has resulted in daily fines of $50,000, accumulating to a total financial hit of $1.7 million, including fines and lost bonuses. This situation is particularly unusual given that Reddick was acquired from the Philadelphia Eagles just four months ago and has yet to participate in any practices with the Jets. His only interaction with the team has been limited to a physical examination and an introductory press conference held on April Fool’s Day.
The Jets initially traded a conditional third-round pick in the 2026 draft to the Eagles for the two-time Pro Bowler, operating under the assumption that Reddick would honor his existing contract. The holdout began when Reddick missed the entire offseason, including mandatory minicamp, leading to a breakdown in negotiations. The Jets have maintained their stance that they will not engage in contract discussions until Reddick reports to camp.
Reddick, 29, is currently in the final year of a three-year, $45 million contract with the Eagles, set to earn a non-guaranteed base salary of $14.25 million. Dissatisfied with his current terms, Reddick is seeking a contract that reflects his performance, particularly given that Houston Texans’ Danielle Hunter, who has similar sack production, secured a two-year, $49 million deal in free agency.
Over the past four seasons, Reddick has amassed 50.5 sacks, ranking fourth in the league during that period. The Jets acquired Reddick to replace Bryce Huff, who departed for the Eagles in free agency. Despite initial indications that the Jets might offer a contract extension, sources suggest that any proposal likely fell short of Reddick’s expectations.
The Jets had planned to revisit Reddick’s contract situation later in the season or after its conclusion, but were taken aback by his absence from voluntary workouts. This holdout marks the fourth time under Douglas’s management that a player has requested a trade, following safety Jamal Adams, wide receivers Denzel Mims and Elijah Moore, all of whom were eventually traded.
Reddick has incurred $1.05 million in mandatory fines and an additional $300,000 in discretionary fines for his continued absence. His minicamp absence alone resulted in a $100,000 fine, and he also forfeited a $250,000 workout bonus.
The Jets have high expectations for Reddick, who is scheduled to start as defensive end, replacing John Franklin-Myers, recently traded to the Denver Broncos. With the regular season approaching, the team continues to prepare with or without their star edge rusher.