Haason Reddick Asks to Leave Jets, Team Refuses

The New York Jets have made it clear that they will not trade linebacker Haason Reddick, who is currently in the midst of a holdout. General Manager Joe Douglas stated that Reddick is expected to report to training camp with his teammates and will incur fines as stipulated in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) if he fails to do so. The Jets are focusing on their current roster as they prepare for the upcoming regular season. Reddick, who was acquired from the Philadelphia Eagles this offseason, is entering the final year of his contract, which carries a salary of $14.25 million for 2024. His absence from training camp has raised concerns, as he has not communicated any plans to return. As of Monday, Reddick's holdout has reached 21 days, resulting in a mandatory fine of $50,000 for each day missed, in addition to other discretionary fines the Jets may impose. The situation has escalated, with Reddick expressing a desire to leave the Jets after initially indicating he would not play for the Eagles without a new contract. His change of heart appears to have occurred after the Jets traded defensive player John Franklin-Myers in April, leading Reddick to demand a contract that reflects his value as a top pass rusher in the NFL. As the standoff continues, it remains uncertain who will relent first. The Jets are unlikely to meet Reddick's demands, which complicates the prospect of a new contract for the player.