Davante Adams' tenure with the New York Jets is nearing its end after just 11 games, with reports suggesting he may be released or traded. The Jets are reportedly fielding trade calls for the three-time All-Pro wide receiver, but a release seems more likely due to his significant cap hits of $38.3 million in both 2025 and 2026. Releasing him would incur an $8.36 million dead cap hit in 2025, but save the team nearly $30 million.

Adams, who was traded from the Las Vegas Raiders to the Jets before the trade deadline, caught 85 passes for 1,063 yards and eight touchdowns across both teams last season, marking his fifth consecutive year with over 1,000 receiving yards. With a potential release on the horizon, several teams could benefit from acquiring a receiver of his caliber, including the Green Bay Packers, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Washington Commanders, all of whom have expressed interest in bolstering their receiving corps.