JetNation Posted October 15, 2019 Share Posted October 15, 2019 With rumors swirling of a possible deal involving defensive end Leonard Williams and head coach Adam Gase acknowledging it as a possibility, fans will be keeping tabs to see if Williams is dealt and where he lands. Here, we take a look at a few spots that would make the most sense. Indianapolis Colts: The Colts top our list for a few reasons. First off, they have plenty of cap space. According to overthecap.com, the Colts are sitting on just over $43 million. They’re also playoff contenders whose front seven just took a big hit when they placed edge rusher Kemoko Turay on injured reserve. Adding Williams would upgrade their defensive line and help ease the blow of lowing Turay. Williams doesn’t get to the quarterback nearly enough, but his 88 QB pressures place him among the top defenders in the league since being drafted. Kansas City Chiefs: The Chiefs boast arguably the best quarterback in the NFL in Patrick Mahomes, but have still managed to lose each of their last two contests as their defense can’t get off the field. Andy Reid isn’t getting any younger so the Chiefs should be looking to improve the defense, which is something Williams would do. Detroit Lions: The Lions are sitting at 2-2-1 in year two of the Matt Patricia era and would easily be 3-1-1 if not for some blown calls by the officials in their week five contest. If they feel like they can contend for a playoff spot, the Lions would like to improve a run defense that’s currently ranked 27th in the NFL. Williams would bolster Detroit’s run defense and give them a defender who can play in multiple spots in Patricia’s system. Their $17 million in cap space also assures they can afford the move. What the Jets will get as compensation remains to be seen, but remember, the team did once get a 2nd round pick and a starting player (Jermaine Kearse) in exchange for an under-performing Sheldon Richardson who came with plenty of off-field baggage. Perhaps a premium pick along with a mid/late rounder isn’t out of the question. The post Trade Destinations That Make Most Sense for Leo and Jets appeared first on JetNation.com (NY Jets Blog & Forum). Click here to read the full story... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southparkcpa Posted October 15, 2019 Share Posted October 15, 2019 Does Leo want to leave? Maybe under a new feel with Darnold he might come around? Who knows but this is simply a SMH situation, another 1st rounder not working out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetstream23 Posted October 15, 2019 Share Posted October 15, 2019 Quote 88 QB pressures place him among the top defenders in the league since being drafted. Then I want a 1st for this stud! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Embrace the Suck Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 1 hour ago, southparkcpa said: Does Leo want to leave? Maybe under a new feel with Darnold he might come around? Who knows but this is simply a SMH situation, another 1st rounder not working out. Does it matter? It isn't a Ramsey situation where he is demanding to leave - it's a Williams situation where the team would be better off with a fair market price and investing those resources in a manner which generates more of an impact. Can LW play guard? I mean it in both a serious and joking manner. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinamite Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 Wouldn't Tampa potentially also be a good destination given Todd Bowles is there and loved Leo? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetFaninMI Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 Well if its the Lions the Jets need to take a long look at Tyrell Crosby. Good OL prospect with the chance to stick at multiple positions on the OL. I'm not saying one for one but a pick and Crosby would be a good haul. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redlichtie Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 The Rex Hogan factor makes Colts a very interesting possibilty 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetster Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 11 hours ago, jetstream23 said: Then I want a 1st for this stud! Almost Leo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paradis Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 KC? ahhh no. OAK is another with draft capital and a need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prime21 Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 Any trade for Leo would have to come from a playoff contender with a need. Who will want to trade assets for him knowing that he will want a big contract worth more than his actual play? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrebetfan80 Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 Oakland is the most likely as of right now. Mayock loves Leo, they have a need, and draft capital to make a deal. He also is a great fit for what they're looking for there and they have a good deal of projected cap room to extend him. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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