The New York Jets receiving options outside of Garrett Wilson left a lot to be desired last season, which certainly played a role in their offensive struggles as a team. But on Tuesday, they added a big-name wideout that should be an exciting new option for Aaron Rodgers to throw to.
Former Los Angeles Chargers star Mike Williams found himself as a cap casualty this offseason, released by the Chargers in order for the team to save $20 million in cap space.
His career with the Chargers was filled with huge flashes up upside, but issues staying on the field. This past season, Williams played in just three games before suffering a season-ending knee injury.
He will now have a change of scenery alongside a quarterback also looking to bounce back strong from a season-ending injury before his season really got started. On Tuesday, the Jets agreed to terms with Williams on a one-year $15 million deal, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.
Sources: Former #Chargers WR Mike Williams is signing with the #Jets on a 1-year deal worth up to $15M, another weapon for Aaron Rodgers. He’s on a visit there today. pic.twitter.com/Ob8EZDTvkV
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 19, 2024
The duo of Williams and Wilson could certainly be a dangerous one next season. And it seems like Jets fans are certainly pleased with the move.
BOOM! J-E-T-S JETS JETS JETS!!!! https://t.co/dOupcaIwcn
— Jake Asman (@JakeAsman) March 19, 2024
Jets get their No. 2 WR https://t.co/IiA0JyjIym
— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) March 19, 2024
WE GOT HIM https://t.co/v1h3HyOyUw
— Optimistic Jets (@OptimisticJets) March 19, 2024
Mike Williams gives Aaron Rodgers and the Jets a big body, jump ball, 50/50 winner type receiver
For fantasy, Williams probably settles in the WR3 range coming off the ACL but def has more upside. Garrett Wilson is a winner here as this will help shed some defensive attention https://t.co/nHMjnXKhUJ
— Michael F. Florio (@MichaelFFlorio) March 19, 2024
Joe Douglas strikes again https://t.co/50bvWGN756
— JetNation (@JetNation) March 19, 2024
Didn’t let him leave :). A+ Free Agency period from Joe douglas https://t.co/qj0UP6MWhj
— Andrew Fialkow (@afialkow21) March 19, 2024
The Jets of course failed to meet expectations last season after most had them as true Super Bowl contenders in the AFC. But on paper, they could have an even better roster this year than last.
If Aaron Rodgers is still the elite-level talent that he has been coming off his torn Achilles injury, the Jets could be the team that most expected last year and make a deep run throughout the AFC conference.
About Reice Shipley
Reice Shipley is a staff writer for Comeback Media that graduated from Ithaca College with a degree in Sports Media. He previously worked at Barrett Sports Media and is a fan of all things Syracuse sports.