Veteran Cornerback Traded to Eagles Amid Jets' Rebuild

On October 14th, 2025, veteran cornerback Michael Carter II was traded from the New York Jets to the Philadelphia Eagles. The move came amid a difficult start to the season for the Jets, who had opened the year 0-7 and were in the midst of a full-scale rebuild.

Carter, a fifth-round pick by the Jets in 2021, had spent the past 5 seasons with the team, signing a 3-year, $30.75 million extension just last September. However, with the Jets' new leadership looking to the future, they decided to part ways with Carter and several other key players before the trade deadline.

For Carter, the transition to the Eagles has been a whirlwind. He arrived at the NovaCare Complex during the team's bye week, with "nobody there" to greet him. Over the past 16 days, he has been working to acclimate himself to the Eagles' defensive system and get to know his new teammates.

The Eagles are hoping Carter can provide a boost to their secondary, potentially allowing them to move starting cornerback Cooper DeJean to the outside full-time. Carter's versatility, having played both safety and nickel corner, makes him a valuable addition as the Eagles push for a playoff spot in the second half of the season.

Despite the sudden change, Carter remains optimistic about his new opportunity. "I'm excited and rejuvenated and just energized to be a part of something potentially special," he said. The Eagles will be counting on Carter to make an impact as they look to solidify their defense and make a deep postseason run.