Haason Reddick’s absence looms large on the first day of Jets training camp. Acquired from the Eagles in April for a conditional sixth-round pick, the Pro Bowl pass rusher is holding out, sources confirm. Reddick and the team had an understanding he’d play out the final year of his contract in 2024, with a possible extension afterward. There’s a sticking point: Reddick wants a new deal now. His decision to skip the spring program and the mandatory minicamp hinted at this standoff.
Given the expectation for Reddick to report, his no-show will result in hefty fines of $50,000 for each missed practice, starting Wednesday. The Jets might consider sweetening the final year of Reddick’s deal but seem unlikely to offer a long-term contract before the season kicks off.
The tension between Reddick and the Jets highlights the complexities of contract negotiations in the NFL. While the fines aim to bring Reddick back, the underlying issue remains his demand for an immediate contract resolution.
