As the NFL trade deadline approaches on November 4, teams are actively restructuring their rosters. Following the Pittsburgh Steelers’ recent trade to enhance their secondary, their nearby rivals, the New York Jets, also opted for a swap. The Philadelphia Eagles have acquired cornerback Michael Carter II from the New York Jets, a trade that involves sending wide receiver John Metchie III to the Big Apple.

With the Jets holding a 1-7 record, this move indicates they are sellers as the deadline nears. It is particularly noteworthy that the Jets decided to part ways with a player like Carter, who had signed a lucrative three-year, $30.75 million extension just over a year ago, making him the NFL’s top-paid slot corner at that time.

The Trade

• Eagles Receive: CB Michael Carter II, 2027 seventh-round pick
• Jets Receive: WR John Metchie III, 2027 sixth-round pick

Philadelphia Eagles: A

The Eagles aimed to bolster their secondary, and this trade sets off a chain reaction to achieve that. While Carter is primarily a slot corner, his acquisition allows Cooper DeJean to transition to an outside role, resolving their issues across from Quinyon Mitchell.

New York Jets: C

The Jets’ return for Carter feels underwhelming, especially considering his previous status as the highest-paid player at his position. Although they cleared some cap space and moved up from a seventh to a sixth-round draft pick, acquiring Metchie may not significantly impact their future.