NFL Trade Machine: New York Giants In Pass Rusher Market
By Erik Lambert
Oct 12, 2014; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; Denver Broncos running back Ronnie Hillman (23) is tackled by New York Jets defensive end Muhammad Wilkerson (96) during the first quarter of their NFL football game at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports
Muhammad Wilkerson
Before the suspension of Sheldon Richardson, rumors persisted that the New York Jets and Muhammad Wilkerson were approaching the point of no return on long-term contract talks. This has led to the belief that the 26-year old was either destined for free agency or a trade, especially after the team drafted Leonard Williams with the 6th overall pick. That idea will be postponed for the first month of the season at least with Richardson out. However, things might change around the trade deadline in Week 8 if talks don’t progress. Wilkerson is a versatile defensive lineman who can shift inside and outside, suffocates the run and collapse the pocket with the best of them.
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