Ravens-Eagles swap could impact Jets' ability to deal Sheldon Richardson ~ ~ ~

[rangerous]

10 hours ago, SickJetFan said:

And you know that dumbass has already spent 7,999,901.78 of the 8,000,000.00

it costs a lot to pay for a bentley. bullets aren't cheap either.

[Raideraholic]

8 hours ago, cant wait said:

You're underestimating how good richardson is, he's absolutely worth a one year franchise tag. no reason to let him walk for less than a third, he's worth about as much as chandler jones was when the pats traded him

Let's see if the Jets FO agrees with you.   Jmo Sheldon Richardson will not be a Jet when the Draft gets here. ( he gets moved for the best deal possible - late 4 to 5th rounder).  They won't even wait for the draft, as they want to recoup that 8.something million that they can roll over next year.     

[varjet]

1 hour ago, Raideraholic said:

Let's see if the Jets FO agrees with you.   Jmo Sheldon Richardson will not be a Jet when the Draft gets here. ( he gets moved for the best deal possible - late 4 to 5th rounder).  They won't even wait for the draft, as they want to recoup that 8.something million that they can roll over next year.     

Players are a package-among others:

• How good are they?
• How consistently good are they?
• How close are they to being suspended?
• How much do they cost?

A team trading a draft pick also will consider the strength of the draft

SR is very strong in the first category, but the other categories are negatives.

I see him yielding a 3rd round at best.  That is a good deal for the Jets, as in this draft that is a S, Edge or TE that can start for 4 years.

[kelly]

9 hours ago, j4jets said:

So are the Texans trading the farm to reach the ever glorious #6 spot?

depends.. on who is still on the board   

[kelly]

The Jets haven't hid from the fact they're trying to trade Sheldon Richardson. It was near public knowledge at the deadline last year, and is all but plastered on a billboard in Florham Park now.For the right price, the talented but troubled defensive end can be had. Keywords: Right price. General manager Mike Maccagnan believes he knows what Richardson's worth. He won't take less. 

The issue ?

Judging by the deal that just went down between the Philadelphia Eagles and Baltimore Ravens, it may not be what Maccagnan thinks.On Tuesday, Howie Roseman brought defensive tackle/end Timmy Jernigan to the City of Brotherly Love. The cost? A swap of third-round picks. The Eagles got Jernigan and the Ravens' No. 99 overall pick. Baltimore got Philly's No. 74 pick. 

That's all it took to get Jernigan. A 24-year-old ascending lineman whose best days are ahead of him. He had five sacks in the Ravens' 3-4 defense last year. He had a PFF rating of 75.So if all Baltimore could get was a 25-pick improvement in the third round ... What the heck can the Jets expect in return for Richardson?On the field, Richardson is a more physically gifted player. When he's on, he's one of the best defensive linemen in the NFL. He's a stud against the run, and a force as a pass rusher. In 2014, he had 66 tackles and eight sacks. He earned Pro Bowl honors.

Yes, Richardson had just 1.5 sacks last year (199 players had more), but that was likely because the Jets regularly moved him around, a tribute to his athleticism. With Muhammad Wilkerson and Leonard Williams entrenched at defensive ends, Richardson played outside linebacker, inside linebacker and even some defensive tackle.But there's more to value than just stats and on-field impact. Which is why Richardson is worth less than Jernigan. Way less.He began both the 2015 (drug related) and 2016 (personal conduct policy) seasons serving league-imposed suspensions. One more slip-up and he could be docked significant playing time.

The Jets benched him for a quarter against the Dolphins this season. NJ Advance Media learned it was because he was regularly late to meetings, although Richardson said it was a one-time incident. There was a recurring feud with teammate Brandon Marshall, too.And if all that's not enough, Richardson is, potentially, a rent-a-player. If a team knows they'll have a guy under contract for two, three seasons, they're willing to part with more. But Richardson's in the final year of his rookie deal. Whichever team trades for him will have to either A) Franchise tag him, Give him a long-term contract next season, or C) watch him walk for free.Maccagnan grossly overestimated Richardson's value. It happens. But now he has to sleep in the bed he made. So come April 27, the start of the NFL Draft, he needs to swallow his pride and move Richardson for whatever he can.

The likely scenario ? Use Richardson as an add-on, not the centerpiece of a trade. 

The Jets have needs at (just about) every position. Addressing them all with just seven picks is hard. If a player they like starts to slide to the latter portion of the first round (teens, 20s), they may want to move up and get him.So take Richardson and a second-round pick, or Richardson and a third, and go up and get a tight end (O.J. Howard), cornerback (Tre'Davious White), safety (Jabrill Peppers) or quarterback (Deshaun Watson).If a team knows they're getting a pick, too, they're more likely to take a chance on Richardson. The pick acts as insurance. 

Is it the most ideal situation ?

Probably not. But with the way Richardson's market has materialized, it's the best case scenario. 

>         http://www.nj.com/jets/index.ssf/2017/04/eagles_trade_tim_jernigan_market_value_jets_sheldon_richardson.html#incart_river_index

[shuler82]

9 minutes ago, kelly said:

The Jets haven't hid from the fact they're trying to trade Sheldon Richardson. It was near public knowledge at the deadline last year, and is all but plastered on a billboard in Florham Park now.For the right price, the talented but troubled defensive end can be had. Keywords: Right price. General manager Mike Maccagnan believes he knows what Richardson's worth. He won't take less. 

The issue ?

Judging by the deal that just went down between the Philadelphia Eagles and Baltimore Ravens, it may not be what Maccagnan thinks.On Tuesday, Howie Roseman brought defensive tackle/end Timmy Jernigan to the City of Brotherly Love. The cost? A swap of third-round picks. The Eagles got Jernigan and the Ravens' No. 99 overall pick. Baltimore got Philly's No. 74 pick. 

That's all it took to get Jernigan. A 24-year-old ascending lineman whose best days are ahead of him. He had five sacks in the Ravens' 3-4 defense last year. He had a PFF rating of 75.So if all Baltimore could get was a 25-pick improvement in the third round ... What the heck can the Jets expect in return for Richardson?On the field, Richardson is a more physically gifted player. When he's on, he's one of the best defensive linemen in the NFL. He's a stud against the run, and a force as a pass rusher. In 2014, he had 66 tackles and eight sacks. He earned Pro Bowl honors.

Yes, Richardson had just 1.5 sacks last year (199 players had more), but that was likely because the Jets regularly moved him around, a tribute to his athleticism. With Muhammad Wilkerson and Leonard Williams entrenched at defensive ends, Richardson played outside linebacker, inside linebacker and even some defensive tackle.But there's more to value than just stats and on-field impact. Which is why Richardson is worth less than Jernigan. Way less.He began both the 2015 (drug related) and 2016 (personal conduct policy) seasons serving league-imposed suspensions. One more slip-up and he could be docked significant playing time.

The Jets benched him for a quarter against the Dolphins this season. NJ Advance Media learned it was because he was regularly late to meetings, although Richardson said it was a one-time incident. There was a recurring feud with teammate Brandon Marshall, too.And if all that's not enough, Richardson is, potentially, a rent-a-player. If a team knows they'll have a guy under contract for two, three seasons, they're willing to part with more. But Richardson's in the final year of his rookie deal. Whichever team trades for him will have to either A) Franchise tag him, Give him a long-term contract next season, or C) watch him walk for free.Maccagnan grossly overestimated Richardson's value. It happens. But now he has to sleep in the bed he made. So come April 27, the start of the NFL Draft, he needs to swallow his pride and move Richardson for whatever he can.

The likely scenario ? Use Richardson as an add-on, not the centerpiece of a trade. 

The Jets have needs at (just about) every position. Addressing them all with just seven picks is hard. If a player they like starts to slide to the latter portion of the first round (teens, 20s), they may want to move up and get him.So take Richardson and a second-round pick, or Richardson and a third, and go up and get a tight end (O.J. Howard), cornerback (Tre'Davious White), safety (Jabrill Peppers) or quarterback (Deshaun Watson).If a team knows they're getting a pick, too, they're more likely to take a chance on Richardson. The pick acts as insurance. 

Is it the most ideal situation ?

Probably not. But with the way Richardson's market has materialized, it's the best case scenario. 

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Feels a little like the entire Mo Wilkerson situation all over again, doesn't it? 

Unless some kind of fair compensation can be had, I'm leaning towards keeping Sheldon in 2017 and betting on him being a beast in his contract year. You can then slap the tag on him to control his rights and attempt to swing a deal with a team willing to give him a long term deal based on a solid 2017. It's kind of hard to stomach moving a productive first round pick for a 10-15 slot jump in the 2nd or 3rd round. 

[SickJetFan]

1 hour ago, shuler82 said:

Feels a little like the entire Mo Wilkerson situation all over again, doesn't it? 

Unless some kind of fair compensation can be had, I'm leaning towards keeping Sheldon in 2017 and betting on him being a beast in his contract year. You can then slap the tag on him to control his rights and attempt to swing a deal with a team willing to give him a long term deal based on a solid 2017. It's kind of hard to stomach moving a productive first round pick for a 10-15 slot jump in the 2nd or 3rd round. 

agreed - there will always be a use for him...give him the grunt work

 

sorta like making chicken salad with left over chicken....no

[Freemanm]

keep him and switch to a 4-3. We have no OLB/edge rushers anyway

[Dcat]

I wonder if Seattle would have interest in Richardson-Sherman trade?  He'd be a good fit in their 4-3 and Avril has only one more year on his contract while Bennett was just extended for a king's ransom.  Could save them money and unload our headache.  Sherman is locked in at $11.5 million each of the last 2 years of his deal and Seattle would eat the remaining signing bonus cap hit.  

[shuler82]

8 minutes ago, Dcat said:

I wonder if Seattle would have interest in Richardson-Sherman trade?  He'd be a good fit in their 4-3 and Avril has only one more year on his contract while Bennett was just extended for a king's ransom.  Could save them money and unload our headache.  Sherman is locked in at $11.5 million each of the last 2 years of his deal and Seattle would eat the remaining signing bonus cap hit.  

Maybe if we threw in our 2nd round pick

[thadude]

2 hours ago, Freemanm said:

keep him and switch to a 4-3. We have no OLB/edge rushers anyway

This man knows what's going on

[thadude]

28 minutes ago, Dcat said:

I wonder if Seattle would have interest in Richardson-Sherman trade?  He'd be a good fit in their 4-3 and Avril has only one more year on his contract while Bennett was just extended for a king's ransom.  Could save them money and unload our headache.  Sherman is locked in at $11.5 million each of the last 2 years of his deal and Seattle would eat the remaining signing bonus cap hit.  

Not a bad thought but I doubt Seattle does that trade.  They will want minimum what we got for Revis which means we throw in a first round pick in addition to sheldon

 

I would love to see Richard Sherman on the jets but I doubt it happens

 

[thadude]

2 hours ago, SickJetFan said:

agreed - there will always be a use for him...give him the grunt work

 

sorta like making chicken salad with left over chicken....no

We'd be better off getting one more year out of Richardson than maybe getting a conditional late round pick

[cant wait]

9 hours ago, Raideraholic said:

Let's see if the Jets FO agrees with you.   Jmo Sheldon Richardson will not be a Jet when the Draft gets here. ( he gets moved for the best deal possible - late 4 to 5th rounder).  They won't even wait for the draft, as they want to recoup that 8.something million that they can roll over next year.     

I agree he's likely traded but he's too good to get less than a 3rd. might as well just hold on and try to get the comp pick in that case. if I'm the jets FO I'm looking at dallas- competing team, cap space, holes on defense

[Integrity28]

So for the 2nd off-season in a row the bad deals the Eagles make will negatively impact the Jets personnel opportunities.

I am not surprised.

[Integrity28]

12 minutes ago, cant wait said:

I agree he's likely traded but he's too good to get less than a 3rd. might as well just hold on and try to get the comp pick in that case. if I'm the jets FO I'm looking at dallas- competing team, cap space, holes on defense

This.

[Raideraholic]

3 hours ago, cant wait said:

I agree he's likely traded but he's too good to get less than a 3rd. might as well just hold on and try to get the comp pick in that case. if I'm the jets FO I'm looking at dallas- competing team, cap space, holes on defense

The Dallas Cowboys are right up against the cap.   I don't see them being able to afford Sheldon Richardson contract.  Need money for their draft choices , and need money just in case some injuries crop up somewhere.

[cant wait]

3 hours ago, Raideraholic said:

The Dallas Cowboys are right up against the cap.   I don't see them being able to afford Sheldon Richardson contract.  Need money for their draft choices , and need money just in case some injuries crop up somewhere.

romo frees up $14M in space after 6/1

[Raideraholic]

5 hours ago, cant wait said:

romo frees up $14M in space after 6/1

Yes but Dallas has less than 2 million right now in cap space.   With that 14 million ( Romo savings) + less than 2 million cap space = 15.8 million.      Now how much do the cowboys need for the draft guess  5-6 million.   That's less than 10 million ( Sheldon Richardson salary less than 9 million) . Doesn't give you much wiggle room if you get an injury during the season.( teams like to have at least five million in reserve).

Also Dallas has to start thinking longterm with that offense line( isn't going to be cheap to keep that offense line enact.     It's like the Raider they have 33-36 million cap spacE right now.     They really don't have that as most of that will go toward extensions for Derek Carr, and Gabe Jackson.

[kelly]

Could Jets trade Sheldon Richardson for Seahawks' Richard Sherman ?

With the NFL Draft fast approaching, the possibility remains that the Jets could draft a quarterback like Deshaun Watson or Mitch Trubisky. Or maybe they will take free safety Malik Hooker or cornerback Marshon Lattimore. The draft, and other topics, are covered in this week's Jets mailbag. 

~ ~  @DarrylSlater now that PHI set market for DL with Jernigan trade, what do @nyjets do with Sheldon? Use him more effectively or trade option?

11:32 PM - 6 Apr 2017

 

Yes, playing Richardson at outside linebacker is not ideal. He clearly is more productive as a defensive end. The past two seasons showed that, as he had 1.5 and five sacks, coming off that Pro Bowl season in 2014 (eight sacks). But I think, ultimately, trading Richardson is the best move for the Jets, even though his trade value isn't very high right now. 

Why is trading Richardson the best move for the Jets? It would free up $8 million in salary cap space, with no dead money attached, and would get them something for Richardson — probably a mid-round draft pick. His contract is up after 2017. He is unlikely to get a long-term, lucrative contract from the Jets, so they might as well get something for him now, instead of losing him in free agency. Between Richardson's tardiness suspension last year, his decreased production, and his two suspensions (one in each of the past two years, including a substance abuse violation), his trade value isn't going to land the Jets a high draft pick. 

 

rest of above article : 

>  http://www.nj.com/jets/index.ssf/2017/04/could_jets_trade_sheldon_richardson_for_seahawks_r.html#incart_river_index

[Raideraholic]

20 hours ago, kelly said:

Could Jets trade Sheldon Richardson for Seahawks' Richard Sherman ?

With the NFL Draft fast approaching, the possibility remains that the Jets could draft a quarterback like Deshaun Watson or Mitch Trubisky. Or maybe they will take free safety Malik Hooker or cornerback Marshon Lattimore. The draft, and other topics, are covered in this week's Jets mailbag. 

~ ~  @DarrylSlater now that PHI set market for DL with Jernigan trade, what do @nyjets do with Sheldon? Use him more effectively or trade option?

11:32 PM - 6 Apr 2017

 

Yes, playing Richardson at outside linebacker is not ideal. He clearly is more productive as a defensive end. The past two seasons showed that, as he had 1.5 and five sacks, coming off that Pro Bowl season in 2014 (eight sacks). But I think, ultimately, trading Richardson is the best move for the Jets, even though his trade value isn't very high right now. 

Why is trading Richardson the best move for the Jets? It would free up $8 million in salary cap space, with no dead money attached, and would get them something for Richardson — probably a mid-round draft pick. His contract is up after 2017. He is unlikely to get a long-term, lucrative contract from the Jets, so they might as well get something for him now, instead of losing him in free agency. Between Richardson's tardiness suspension last year, his decreased production, and his two suspensions (one in each of the past two years, including a substance abuse violation), his trade value isn't going to land the Jets a high draft pick. 

 

rest of above article : 

>  http://www.nj.com/jets/index.ssf/2017/04/could_jets_trade_sheldon_richardson_for_seahawks_r.html#incart_river_index

Makes zero sense for the Jets trading for Richard Sherman under any circumstances.    They aren't one player away from competing for a championship.   

Not to mention would be making a bigger mistake than when they brought back D Revis.   Very risky to trade for a CB getting close to the other side of thirty- there skills can start to slip very rapidly.( probably get one great year, before you regret that trade). 

This is very strong CB draft and it better to invest in that position this year, than trading for a once great CB on the tail end of his career.( there is a reason the Seahawks are looking to trade him).

[kelly]

The Jets are interested in acquiring more picks in the 2017 NFL Draft. They could do so by trading defensive end Sheldon Richardson. Which teams could be suitors ?

Where could the Jets trade Sheldon Richardson ?

You can't fault the Jets for trying. These last three years, they've done everything they can to figure out a way to use defensive ends Sheldon Richardson, Muhammad Wilkerson and Leonard Williams at the same time.Richardson spent time at end, tackle, nose tackle, outside linebacker and (yes really) inside linebacker. Williams rotated in-and-out at nose tackle and end. Wilkerson, well, Wilkerson stayed at end. 

Still, it didn't work. 

Heading into 2017, it's clear one of the three has to go. It's addition by subtraction. Considering Williams is arguably the Jets' best player, and Wilkerson signed an $86 million extension last summer, the expendable piece is Richardson.The Jets tried to move Richardson during last year's trade deadline, but failed. To no surprise, he's on the trade block now. Odds are, he'll be moved at some point during the NFL Draft. 

So we took a look at which teams could make a run at Richardson. Here they are, broken down by the best fits, possible fits, and wild cards. 

 

THE BEST FITS

Which teams make the most sense for Sheldon Richardson? Let's take a look ...

Denver Broncos

The Broncos have a strong locker room filled with leaders on the defensive side of the ball -- Von Miller, Chris Harris Jr., Aquib Talib. They'll keep Richardson in check off the field. On it, well, just imagine Richardson and Miller coming around the same side of the field.The Broncos run a bit of a hybrid 4-3/3-4 defense. They'll find a role for Richardson. There's just some concern if the man calling the shots -- John Elway -- is willing to part with anything of substance.Elway passed on trading for Richardson at the deadline last year. But the Broncos did miss out on defensive end Calais Campbell in free agency. That may change things. 

Dallas Cowboys

The Cowboys have a win-now offense with a scotch-tape defense. They're in dire need of playmakers on that side of the ball. Sheldon Richardson would step in, and become arguably the unit's best player.The Cowboys may be a bit hesitant in trading for another with a checkered past, though. Richardson is one strike away from a lengthy suspension. Dallas is dealing with its fair share of troubled stars already, namely defensive end Randy Gregory. 

Kansas City Chiefs

Sheldon Richardson is born and raised in Missouri. He spends a significant amount of time there in the offseason. A trade to the Chiefs would be a coming-home party. The defense could use a guy of his caliber, too.

THE COULD FITS

Be it for need, cap availability or various other reasons, these teams make some sense, too.

Cleveland Browns

The Browns traded for Patriots linebacker Jamie Collins last year, then signed him to a mega-money contract this offseason. It would be a near identical scenario with Richardson.Collins, Richardson and cornerback Joe Haden could be the faces of Cleveland's defense for the next three-to-five seasons. 

Tennessee Titans

The Titans are a young, up-and-coming team. Offensively, they look ready to breakout. They're just a couple pieces away on defense. Linebacker Brian Orakpo was a nice signing in free agency last year, but they could use more.

Indianapolis Colts

The Colts have quarterback Andrew Luck. And that's about all the Colts have.Recently-fired general manager Ryan Grigson did a terrible job constructing this team. They're doing nothing but wasting Luck's best years. They need difference makers on both lines. Richardson would instantly improve things on the defensive side. 

New Orleans Saints

Coach Sean Payton and quarterback Drew Brees are gearing up for their final one or two runs together. The offense will always score points with those two calling the shots, but the defense needs help. 

Jacksonville Jaguars

Sheldon Richardson had a tendency for tardiness last year. That won't fly with Tom Coughlin, who's calling the shots in Jacksonville. But the Jaguars are a team on the rise, and Richardson would be a nice piece on the defense.He's best suited in a 3-4, but Richardson has the ability to play defensive end or tackle in a 4-3. That front would be something else with Dante Flower Jr., Malik Jackson, Calais Campbell and Richardson all on the field together. 

THE WILD CARDS

There's always one or two teams that make a run at a player you don't expect. Here are a few that could sneakily be in the running for Richardson.

New York Giants

Most ex-Jets eventually make their way from Florham Park to East Rutherford. Richardson would just be the latest after quarterback Geno Smith, receiver Brandon Marshall and defensive tackle Damon Harrison.Kidding aside, Richardson in a Giants uniform could work pending two things: A) The Jets' asking price, and If defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (surprisingly still a free agent) doesn't return.Richardson can play defensive tackle in a 4-3 defense, and would take a Giants front that's already really good (Jason Pierre-Paul, Harrison, Olivier Vernon) to another level. He would have to bury his ongoing feud with Marshall, though, which may not be easy. 

Houston Texans

The quarterback situation for the Texans isn't good.But their defense is one of the best in the NFL. Adding Richardson would only make the rich, richer.Richardson could slide in at defensive end opposite J.J. Watt. Jadeveon Clowny could then play outside linebacker full time opposite Whitney Mercilus. 

Oakland Raiders

The Raiders are a young, talented team ready to breakout. If quarterback Derek Carr stays healthy, they could be a Super Bowl contender. Their defensive front is already good with Khalil Mack and (if he ever gets reinstated) Aldon Smith at defensive end. Richardson, in this situation, would slide in at defensive tackle.It's not the perfect fit, but coach Jack Del Rio may want to take the chance. It's worth it for a team hoping to compete for a title. 

Seattle Seahawks

The Seahawks seem like a team aware their championship window is closing. Guys like cornerback Richard Sherman and safety Kam Chancellor aren't getting any younger. Other key players (tight end Jimmy Graham) have contracts set to expire.They've got one, maybe two years left with this current group of players. Adding Richardson could help. 

Cincinnati Bengals

The Bengals don't really need Richardson, but they've dealt with players like him before. Cornerback Adam 'Pacman' Jones is a perfect example. No player was more troubled than him, and he completely turned his career around, thanks to coach Marvin Lewis.Richardson would benefit from playing for Lewis, and the Bengals could use him on defense. It's a win-win. 

>      http://www.nj.com/jets/index.ssf/2017/04/jets_sheldon_richardson_trade_cowboys_broncos_giants_nfl_draft.html#incart_river_index

[kelly]

The Jets were expected to trade Richardson this offseason after dangling him before the trade deadline last year. So far, though, there have been no reports or talk of any potential deals. The Jets’ front office likes to keep things quiet, so that does not mean nothing is going on, but nothing has leaked.Trading Richardson never was going to be an easy proposition, and perhaps the Jets are just not finding any takers. The 26-year-old defensive lineman/linebacker is immensely talented. He won the Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2013 and went to the Pro Bowl in 2014. But off-the-field issues, suspensions and a recent drop-off in production have made him more difficult to trade than a few years ago.

Then, there is his contract situation. Richardson, entering the final year of his deal, is scheduled to make $8.1 million this season. He has not been shy about his desire to land a huge contract, with some speculation he would seek a $100 million deal.Any team dealing for Richardson surely will want to have a long-term pact worked out with him before finalizing a trade.That might complicate a draft-night trade, which has been the source of speculation recently. It is unlikely a team would send the Jets a draft pick for a player they only would have control over for one year. It is possible his agent, Ben Dogra, is speaking to teams already, gauging who would be willing to meet his contract requests.

Dogra could then go to the Jets and tell them what teams would be amenable to a trade.

The next hurdle to clear would be the draft compensation the Jets are seeking. It was reported the Jets wanted a first-round pick for Richardson when they tried to trade him last season. There is no way they could get a first-rounder for him now. The feeling around the league is a fourth-round pick is about as much as they can hope for. Would general manager Mike Maccagnan ship Richardson out for a fourth-rounder? That would have been inconceivable as recently as a year ago.But the Jets could be motivated to move on from Richardson. He was suspended to start the 2015 season (drug policy violation) and the 2016 season (personal conduct policy violation). Coach Todd Bowles benched him to start the Dolphins game in November last year for being late repeatedly.

Then, there is Richardson’s on-field production. He had just 1.5 sacks last year and was invisible at times, though the coaching staff had him playing out of position at times.The Jets have a glut of defensive ends, with Muhammad Wilkerson and Leonard Williams also at the position. Trading one makes sense, and Wilkerson, who just got paid, and Williams, a rising star, are not going anywhere. That leaves Richardson.

In the end, Maccagnan may not find a trade partner willing to give Richardson a deal and the Jets the draft compensation they seek. He could let Richardson play out the 2017 season and then let him walk as a free agent next year, hoping to get a compensatory pick in 2019.The drama in this draft won’t just be about whom the Jets pick in the first round, but what they do with Richardson, the man they picked in the first round four years ago.

>       http://nypost.com/2017/04/13/why-trading-sheldon-richardson-will-be-so-difficult-for-jets/

[varjet]

I said this before and was villified, but if the Texans were willing to GIVE the Browns a second round pick to take Osweiler and his salary, why would the Jets TAKE a fourth round pick to deal SR?

Under all circumstances that $8mm is a waste of money, and a 4th round pick in this year's draft is just as good or better than a 4th or possibly even 3rd round comp pick in next years-assuming that the Jets even get a comp pick for SR next year-the Jets will need to be big FA spenders next year if people want to stay employed.

[kelly]

Sheldon Richardson's future in the spotlight as Jets prepare for draft

This is the sixth installment of our position-by-position breakdown for the New York Jets as we head to the April 27-29 draft:

Position: Defensive line

Current personnel: Ends -- Leonard Williams (signed through 2018), Muhammad Wilkerson (2020), Sheldon Richardson (2017), Lawrence Thomas (2018), Kenny Anunike (2018), Julien Obioha (2018); Tackles -- Steve McLendon (2018), Deon Simon (2017), Mike Pennel (2017), Anthony Johnson (2017), Claude Pelon (2018), Brandin Bryant (2017).

Key newcomers: Pennel.

Departures: None.

Projected starters: DE Williams, NT McLendon, DE Wilkerson.

Overview: This is the deepest and most talented position on the team. In addition to the Big Three -- Williams, Wilkerson and Richardson -- the Jets have a couple of intriguing young players in Simon and Thomas, who returns from shoulder surgery. The question is, will the Big Three become the Big Two? Richardson's uncertain status is hanging over the team as it prepares for the draft. Ideally, they'd like to trade Richardson, who is entering the final year of his rookie contract (a guaranteed $8.1 million). "Good luck," one AFC executive said. It will be difficult to get fair-market value because of his two suspensions, big salary and poor production last season. But there's no denying his talent. If there's no trade, he'll become a free agent next offseason and the Jets probably would get a third-round compensatory pick in 2019 -- if he commands a big deal on the open market. Richardson attended some voluntary workouts last week, perhaps a sign he'll be sticking around.

The last lineman drafted: The real question is, when don't they draft a defensive lineman? They've picked a first-round lineman in four of the last six drafts, the latest of whom was Williams (2015). They wouldn't do it again, would they?

Potential targets: The draft includes three defensive linemen that could go in the top five -- Myles Garrett (Texas A&M), Solomon Thomas (Stanford) and Jonathan Allen (Alabama). What if one of them slips to the Jets at No. 6? The draft is unpredictable. In 2015, they never thought Williams would be available at No. 6. General manager Mike Maccagnan already had Wilkerson and Richardson, but he couldn't resist Williams. It was the right call. Could he justify another first-round choice on the line? That would be tough. Unless Todd Bowles is planning to switch to a high schoolish 5-2 front, the best play would be to trade down. Frankly, it would be a surprise if they use any of their seven picks on a defensive lineman.

Need factor (based on a scale of 1 to 10) End -- 1. Tackle -- 4.

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[Rangers9]

Just speculating but if Seattle really has had enough of Sherman and we've had enough of Sheldon why not a straight swap of players. It would fit needs on both teams. Even though I can't stand the guy he'd sure love New York the extreme hot dog that he is. He's never going to just shut up and play but he still has the skills. 

[kelly]

The most compelling non-quarterback storyline in the coming weeks and months will be the future of defensive end Sheldon Richardson, a onetime rising star who has been on the trading block so long that it has become his legal address.

The New York Jets, who started shopping him last fall before the midseason trading deadline, found no takers during the draft. But instead of unplugging his phone and committing to Richardson for 2017, general manager Mike Maccagnan made it clear he's still open to moving him.

"There's a whole offseason ahead of us," he said. "We'll see how it unfolds going forward."

This could get messy.

Clearly, Richardson isn't part of the team's long-term plan. He's regarded as an enigma, a talented headache who has only one year left on his contract. The Jets are trying to clean up the locker room and they evidently don't want him to be part of it. That they're still attempting to make a trade, post-draft, shows they're willing to play the "addition-by-subtraction" card. The best they can get now is a player in return or a 2018 draft pick.

A similar situation played out two years ago, when the Jets shopped Muhammad Wilkerson during the draft. But as soon as it was over, Maccagnan removed the "For Sale" sign, saying he had no plans to trade him. He hasn't done that with Richardson, a headstrong personality who won't be happy about being in limbo. You'd like to think he'll be highly motivated in a contract year, but he also knows his salary ($8.1 million) is fully guaranteed.

The Jets have boxed themselves into a tough situation. Basically, they have three options:

• Trade him: Good luck. It's hard to find a team willing to take on a one-year, $8.1 million rental. Sure, Richardson could renegotiate the contract to facilitate a trade, but where's the motivation to take a pay cut? It would be a different story if the money weren't guaranteed, but he's entitled to the dough, no matter what. Another hurdle: His market value, which wasn't high anyway, has plummeted because everybody knows the Jets are trying to get rid of him. Can you say, "Fire sale?"

• Cut him: The Jets would get laughed at. The time to cut Richardson was before March 9, when his salary became fully guaranteed. Imagine telling owner Woody Johnson he has to pay big money for a player not to be on his team when they could've cut him for free in March. If they assumed they'd be able to deal him and his hefty salary before the draft, they miscalculated.

• Keep him: They'd get a good player for the season (if they can figure out how to use him), and they'd be in position collect a 2019 compensatory draft pick -- assuming he bolts as a free agent and commands a lucrative deal on the open market. On paper, this sounds like the best option, but what if he becomes a distraction? What if he suffers a serious injury in an offseason practice? That would kill any chance of a trade.

• Yep, it's a tricky spot for the Jets. They apparently don't want him, but there's no easy exit plan.

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[kelly]

The Jets tried to trade Sheldon Richardson during the NFL Draft, but couldn't find a partner. They've got the one-time Pro Bowl defensive end on the block now, too. If an acceptable offer is made -- like a fourth- or conditional fifth-round pick -- they'll likely ship him away.But there's a contingent out there who don't believe the Jets should trade Richardson for anything less than a third. Wait, they say. He'll net more with a compensatory pick.And while this is potentially true... it's also a huge risk. Yes, the Jets could get a third rounder back... or they could get nothing at all. 

Compensatory draft picks are designed and used to help teams offset the noteworthy players they lose in free agency, compared to those they bring back. So if a team loses five key players, and signs two (unrestricted free agents, not players cut by teams) replacements, they qualify for three compensatory draft picks. 

These picks range in value from a third-round pick, to a sixth-round pick. While the exact formula for determination of value isn't public knowledge, it takes into consideration three main factors : 

• Contract said player signs with his new team
• Playing time
• Yearly accomplishments (Pro Bowl, All-Pro)

Last season, the Jets lost qualifying linebacker Demario Davis (Browns), defensive tackle Damon Harrison (Giants) and running back Chris Ivory (Jaguars). They signed Matt Forte (Bears) and Steve McLendon (Steelers). This left them with room for one compensatory pick.Harrison signed a five-year, $46.5 million contract with the Giants, then earned All-Pro honors. Forte and McLendon didn't sniff that level of success. Thus, the Jets were awarded a third-round compensatory pick.For the Jets to get a pick of note for Richardson walking, they'll need to sign fewer players than they lose, and have Richardson sign a big-money deal and play extremely well for his new team. 

Looking ahead to next year, the Jets have potentially (at this point) five notable upcoming free agents: linebacker David Harris, quarterback Josh McCown, cornerback Morris Claiborne, center Wesley Johnson and Richardson. To qualify for a compensatory pick, they'll need to sign fewer than five notable unrestricted free agents on the 2018 open market.The Jets, without any additional player cuts or restructures, are projected to have $58.57 million in salary cap space next year, per OTC, assuming a team cap inflation of $11 million. This is the 10th-most in the league. General manager Mike Maccagnan was quiet in free agency these past two seasons because the Jets lacked the funds to make a splash. That won't be the case this coming year. 

If the Jets lose all five of those players, and sign as many or more in free agency, they won't be eligible for any compensatory picks. They'd be letting Richardson walk for free.If the Jets do sign less than they lose, it's still a big gamble. There's no guarantee Richardson triggers any of the three primary compensatory markers.Richardson is the Jets' No. 3 defensive end. Just like 2015 and 2016, he'll probably spend time rotating at different positions on defense. In this role, he had just 5.5 sacks in 2015, and 1.5 sacks last year.

Barring an injury to Muhammad Wilkerson or Leonard Williams (the two defensive end starters), it's hard to imagine an inflation in Richardson's stats playing the same positions he struggled in the last two years. And if his play doesn't improve, he'll likely be forced to sign a prove-it deal with a team... not some mega-money contract like Harrison got from the Giants.This instantly hurts the Jets chances of a high compensatory pick. If Richardson then misses time for injury or suspension (he has already been docked play twice in four years), his compensatory value again drops. 

Another tidbit : The Jets hypothetical compensatory pick for Richardson wouldn't come until the 2019 draft (after 2018, not 2017, season). 

Maccagnan and coach Todd Bowles are both on the warm -- not hot -- seat now. While both can survive a playoff-less season (per owner Woody Johnson) in 2017, it's unlikely the same can be said for 2018. There's a chance if the Jets don't trade Richardson now, Maccagnan and Bowles won't be around to use the compensatory pick.Keeping Richardson, and not trading him now, is a risk for the Jets. They could net a third-round pick in return, or they could get back a sixth-round pick/nothing at all. With the current state of the roster, Maccagnan may want to take the sure thing... not gamble on hypotheticals and uncertainties. 

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