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Eagles Trade WR to Jets in Exchange for Star Cornerback

The Philadelphia Eagles have officially completed a trade with the New York Jets ahead of the NFL’s November 4 trade deadline, addressing key roster needs on both sides.

Philadelphia has agreed to send wide receiver John Metchie III and a 2027 sixth-round draft pick to the Jets in exchange for cornerback Michael Carter II and a 2027 seventh-round selection, according to reports from NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport.

For the Eagles, this move strengthens the secondary — an area that has been tested heavily through the first half of the season due to injuries and inconsistent depth. Carter, who has been a dependable presence in New York’s defensive backfield for five years, brings speed, discipline, and solid man-coverage skills that fit perfectly into Philadelphia’s defensive scheme.

Michael Carter II spoke shortly after the trade, saying, “I’ve got a lot of respect for what the Eagles are building. It’s a championship-level team with a standard of excellence. I’m excited to bring my energy and physicality to that defense.”

As for Metchie, his stint in Philadelphia was brief. The fourth-year wideout appeared in seven games, recording just four receptions for 18 yards — a limited role in an offense stacked with talent. Drafted by the Houston Texans in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft, Metchie joined the Eagles this offseason after overcoming a difficult recovery from an ACL injury in college.

Carter, meanwhile, played five games this year for the Jets, returning last week against Cincinnati after missing three contests due to a concussion. Known for his leadership and quick reads in the slot, he will likely slot into the Eagles’ nickel corner rotation immediately.

This trade gives Philadelphia much-needed depth in the secondary while giving Metchie a chance for more offensive opportunities in New York. Both teams, it seems, found a deal that satisfies immediate roster needs as the trade deadline approaches.

Packers' Star QB Refuses MVP Title to Fully Focus on Team in Tough Phase
Can you believe it? Jordan Love, the "red-hot" quarterback of the Green Bay Packers, is on track to compete for MVP with +1000 odds at DraftKings – but this guy is "refusing" personal glory to pour all his energy into the team struggling with a "hellish" schedule! Is this a heroic act or just a ploy? Read now to uncover the "truth" behind it! In the Super Bowl era, the Packers have produced three MVP legends: Bart Starr (1966), Brett Favre (1995-1997), and Aaron Rodgers (2011, 2014, 2020, 2021). Now, Jordan Love has a chance to become the fourth, putting the Packers on par with the Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts – the only team with four QB MVPs like Johnny Unitas, Earl Morrall, Bert Jones, and Peyton Manning. With his current "explosive" form, Love ranks fourth in the NFL for passer rating (105.4), tied for fifth in touchdown passes (22), with only four interceptions – the fewest among QBs starting all 13 games, and a 67.1% completion rate ranking seventh. But instead of "dreaming" of MVP, Love seems to be "rejecting" it! In a recent interview, he emphasized: "These are the most important games of the season, obviously with a lot of things coming down to playoff seeding and the division race, so this is the important football. I think it’s everybody, we keep stacking and keep getting better and better throughout the season and learn from the mistakes we make and overcome some of the obstacles. Just keep stacking and trying to find ways to get better every day is something that’s been helping us." These words are like a clear "declaration": Love doesn't care about MVP, but only wants to focus on the team in its "tough phase" with a 9-3-1 record, trailing the Rams (10-3) in the NFC. Head coach Matt LaFleur also "sings along": "Yeah, he’s playing really good football right now. That’s obviously important and it’s going to be important moving forward." And offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich praises the consistency: "I would say just the consistency that he’s had has been great... Just being a consistent, efficient quarterback is one thing that I’ve been really pleased with." But it's Packers defensive end Micah Parsons who "reveals" why Love deserves but is "overlooking" MVP: "I definitely think he deserves recognition... If you go off strength of schedule, how he's played and with him missing half his receivers, I think that goes unnoticed, too. Some of the things he did without (Christian Watson) early in the year, then (Jayden Reed), so this guy was missing two of his starting receivers majority of the year and they're just now getting back in these last eight weeks of the stretch, so I definitely think he deserves a lot more credit and I'm just happy I'm able to be a part of this journey with him." Currently, Matthew Stafford of the Rams leads the MVP race with -180 odds, 35 touchdown passes (far ahead of Dak Prescott with 26), passer rating 113.1, and only four interceptions. Drake Maye of the Patriots follows with +200, passer rating 111.9, 3,412 passing yards, and 23 touchdowns. Love, with a four-game winning streak (nine touchdowns, one interception, passer rating 112.1), could stage a comeback if he maintains "red-hot form" – especially in the upcoming two "epic" games: away at Denver (11-2) and Chicago (9-4). If the Packers leap to the NFC's No. 1 seed (likely needing a 4-0 finish), while the Rams stumble against Detroit (8-5) and Seattle (10-3), or the Patriots slip against Buffalo (9-4) and Baltimore (6-7), Love would have a shot at MVP. But with his "humble" attitude, does Love really want to "accept" that title? Or is he sacrificing personally to save the Packers from the "tough phase"? The 2025 NFL drama is "hotter than ever"! Do you think Love is "playing a trick" to motivate the team? Comment now and follow for the "shocking" outcome of the MVP race!