The Jets are among teams interested in trading for Redskins left tackle Trent Williams, according to The Athletic’s Connor Hughes. Williams, 31, has been given permission to seek a trade, according to ESPN’s Dianna Russini.
Williams has been at odds with Washington for most of the past year. He was concerned over how the team medial staff handled a medical condition. Williams had a cancerous growth removed from his scalp last offseason.
According to Williams, Washington’s staff told him for several years that the growth was a non-cancerous cyst. After receiving outside consultation, he was told the growth was cancerous and dangerously close to reaching his brain.
The Jets will attempt to improve their offensive line through any avenue possible this offseason. That starts with inquiring about Williams’ availability even though the Redskins will be seeking fair compensation.
Williams is under contract through the 2020 season and is slated to earn $12.5 million in base salary. However, he is said to be looking for an extension, which could make a deal with New York difficult given the Jets’ numerous other holes on the roster.
