Nahshon Wright voices frustration but hasn't requested trade from Jets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 6:23 AM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026
Cornerback Nahshon Wright has expressed frustration regarding his current role with the New York Jets, who have a 2-5 record as the NFL trade deadline approaches. Although Wright stated he has not 'formally' requested a trade, he is open to the possibility. He joined the Jets this season but has not played defensively, primarily due to an injury during training camp. The Jets' defense has had a strong season overall, although their performance against the run has been less effective. Wright aims for more playing time as he heads toward the end of his one-year contract in free agency next spring. The Jets will face the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday in Week 8.
- •Nahshon Wright joined the Jets after the 2025 season.
- •Wright has not played a snap on defense this season.
- •New York's defense ranks well against the pass this season.
- •Wright expressed the desire to contribute, whether with the Jets or another team.
- •The Jets face the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 8.
- 6:23 AMYahoo Sports — Jets’ Nahshon Wright hasn’t ‘formally’ requested a trade despite frustration with role
"The New York Jets are going through rough times on the football field. New York has a 2-5 record as the 2026 NFL Trade Deadline approaches . Players within the locker room are expressing their frustrations as well. One player who has expressed frustration is cornerback Nahshon Wright. The veteran corner joined the Jets this offseason after picking […] The post Jets’ Nahshon Wright hasn’t ‘formally’ requested a trade despite frustration with role appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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