As the NFL morphed into a passing league, a premium was set on receivers. That's why so few of them reach free agency anymore. Contracts went way up for the top receivers in the NFL, and those who hit free agency are generally aging veterans perhaps near the cliff,

This week alone, the Jets released Davante Adams, the Seahawks parted ways with Tyler Lockett, the Jaguars will reportedly move on from Christian Kirk and star wideout DK Metcalf has requested a trade that Seattle will reportedly explore.

The New York Jets are releasing wide receiver Davante Adams after failing to find a trade partner for the veteran. Here's where he could end up:

Reed has been the Jets' "other" cornerback alongside Sauce Gardner. He has become a solid player in his own right. He'll turn 29 during the 2025 season, which isn't ideal at cornerback, but he can help at a valuable position.

Lockett was the shifty, underrated engine behind the Seahawks' passing offense. But his impact waned in his 30s and new head coach Mike Macdonald is moving in a new direction, releasing the veteran wideout and allowing DK Metcalf to seek a trade.

The six-time Pro Bowl selection and three-time All-Pro will hit the open market and be one of the top wide receivers available.

The New York Jets have made good on their promise to either trade or release Davante Adams, with the team shockingly preferring the latter. The team is officially releasing the All-Pro receiver.

The New York Jets had several players already set to hit the market next week, but they added another to the group when they released Davante Adams. The 32-year-old could be an interesting fit in the NFC West.