10:43pm: Ian Rapoport of NFL Network confirms a move out west will be something to watch for in the event Adams is released (video link). Notably, he adds the new Jets regime of general manager Darren Mougey and head coach Aaron Glenn has not yet been in contact with Adams’ camp about a potential restructured deal. Until discussions on that front take place, this situation will be filled with uncertainty.
11:12am: Davante Adams has been generally noncommittal about a return to the Jets. The star receiver’s contract allows him to effectively control his own destiny, and if he wishes to move on from New York, he may be eyeing a move west.
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According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, Adams is “intrigued” by a move to the west coast, with a source specifically pointing to the Rams and Chargers as an option. Fowler also adds the 49ers as a potential suitor, noting Adams’ connection to Northern California.
Adams’ two-plus season stint in Las Vegas ended this past season when he was traded to the Jets. Despite teaming up with old friend Aaron Rodgers, things obviously didn’t go as planned. The Jets went 3-8 when Adams was in the lineup, and the veteran ended up finishing with his fewest yards from scrimmage since the 2019 campaign. Following the season, Adams admitted he “would love to be a part of this football team,” although he cautioned that a number of factors would come into play (including the status of Rodgers).
While Adams is technically signed through the 2026 season, he has the ability to push his way out of New York. The Jets previously restructured the wideout’s 2024 salary without touching his 2025 and 2026 figures, leaving untenable base salaries of $35.6MM for each of the next two seasons. If the Jets want to keep Adams, they’ll surely require another restructured deal to keep the wideout on the books. If the receiver decides he wants out, he could simply decline the inevitable restructure request, which would ultimately lead to his release.
Considering Adams’ track record, he wouldn’t have a lack of suitors should he hit free agency, and each of the cited teams could make sense. The Rams are looking to move on from Cooper Kupp, which would open a significant spot in their receivers room opposite Puka Nacua. Kupp’s health concerns have surely played a role in the Rams’ decision to move on, although the team is also making it clear that they’re not looking to pay $20MM for a veteran WR.
The Chargers got a standout season from rookie Ladd McConkey, but there are questions behind their young wide receiver. Former first-round pick Quentin Johnston is still under contract, but the second-year player struggled with drops and inconsistency in 2024. Much of the rest of the team’s depth chart, which includes the likes of Josh Palmer, DJ Chark, and Simi Fehoko, are set to hit free agency, so the team could be in the market for another notable pass catcher.
The 49ers are loaded with pass catchers. Deebo Samuel, Brandon Aiyuk, and Jauan Jennings are attached to veteran pacts, and the team added a pair of rookies last year in first rounder Ricky Pearsall and fourth rounder Jacob Cowing (not to mention tight end George Kittle, who led the team in receiving yards). The organization has shown an ability to juggle multiple offensive stars, but an Adams acquisition would surely push another big name off the roster.
Or – and hear me out – any team not the Jets.
Or Raiders.
Herbert to Adams sounds nasty good.
Not for 35 million. His base salary is 35 million and unless he’s willing to take a massive pay cut commensurate with his production no way he fits on a Harbaugh led team.
Raiders?
That could actually happen?
What if A-Rod goes to the Raiders?
Go to Rams. Nacua by your side a proven vet in Stafford and Coach McVay with a burgeoning young stellar defense. Rams is perfect spot for Davante
Why would the Rams add Adams and trade Kupp??
The article said Kupp is injury prone but that the salary might not make sense.
Because Adams is better than Kupp? Like even before all of Kupp’s injuries Adams was a better WR.
Kupp Is (or was) a fan favorite in the Rams’ house — Adams has become a diva. Trade ’em straight up!
I thought that the Rams wanted to get cheaper and younger at the position. Moving Kupp and brining in Adams is a lateral move. Don’t care which player is marginally better. They are roughly the same age (Kupp is younger) and Adams carries a $38 million cap hit compared to Kupp’s $28 million.
Wonder what he’ll ask for … he is turning 33 so wonder if his salary will be a bit lower than expected. Probably his last big paycheck.
Wonder if he waits to see what Rodgers does first… He may not want the same hookup going forward…
Adams would be giving up a lot of Money
I think he and Rodgers should team up in New York for one more year
See what happens
Did you miss last year? They didn’t do squat w/ the Jets.
Adams actually caught 67 passes for 850 yards and 7 TDs in 11 games. Had he played all 14 games he played with the jets he would have around 1100 yards.
Adams was hardly the issue in NY
Running it back isn’t the worst idea of Rodgers and Adams. Jets do need to address the oline in the worst way possible though.
Key to success is how the oline performs if you run it back.
Rodgers was there problem. He’s worn out.
@Easy The Jets addressing their O-line in “the worst way possible” has been the team’s problem for many years!
There was a lot of turmoil and now limited options in this upcoming draft and free agency
There is nothing out there…literally
This is the most likely outcome.
He’ll come back home to GB his NFL home
They need him with all the drops their wr’s had last season. Lol
No chance, guys don’t go back to that shithole after being freed.
I said this in an earlier post albeit slim.if the niners can’t get purdy at a decent price I can see a swap of Rodgers Adams and Purdy aiyuk with picks going to niners.main reason is adams Rodgers would be cheaper means better squad around them,it just seems like a niners kind of move.but like I said its slim.
If picks go to Niners they would be day 3. Purdy isn’t a fit on most teams he has limited arm power. People seem to forget Aiyuk whole knee was destroyed. Jets wouldn’t be reaching out for this kind of trade it would be 9ers so the picks wouldn’t be good.
He doesnt control his destiny with the jets because they can just cut him and eat 8M and save almost 30M against the cap if not more depending on how they pre / post release date. I dont know if he would get a 2 yr 72million dollar deal or 2 yr 65 deal but i would not be surprised with how wild teams been spending lately.
I know Vegas is not on the coast but it’s in the same time zone. These clowns are so pampered babies
He was nearly on the west coast last year when he was on the Raiders. Why would he be “intrigued” about moving back there? I’m sure he would be okay with moving back, there but there’s nothing intriguing as he has spent time out there already.
He was born in California… means his family is there and can be seen… not that hard to know why it is intriguing for him. Not every family member is able to get on a 7hr flight to visit.
I can see a Debo for Adams trade happening. Nobody wants that Debo contract so this might be the only way to get out of it for SF. Debo sometimes comes off like T.O. did when he was in San Francisco. Thinking he was the best when they had Jerry Rice. So Debo taking his Diva act to East Rutherford NJ he’ll fit right in.
9ers would have to give picks.
Also disrespectful, T.O. is a HOF’er and Deebo is not even going to get near the finalist stage to get considered.
Get him Faithful!