Jets Bolster Offensive Line
New York Jets Acquire Interior Lineman Jordan Meredith From Las Vegas Raiders
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The trade includes a 2027 sixth-round pick and a 2029 seventh-round pick swap, with the Jets taking on Meredith's approximately $3.52 million 2026 salary and the Raiders clearing that cap hit.
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Meredith appeared in 13 games in 2025 and started 11 of them at guard, highlighting his versatility along the interior line before an ankle injury ended his season.
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Meredith will reunite with Jets quarterback Geno Smith, a pairing that previously connected during his time with the Raiders last season.
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The Jets were reported to be prioritizing interior offensive-line depth, with ESPN's Jeremy Fowler noting the Jets had been seeking interior OL depth and that other teams (including the 49ers) were evaluating similar needs.
The New York Jets acquired center Jordan Meredith from the Las Vegas Raiders in a trade around the roster cutdown deadline. The teams swapped draft picks — the Jets gave up a 2027 sixth-rounder and a 2029 seventh-rounder, while taking on Meredith's $3.52 million salary for 2026 New York Post.
Meredith, 28, started 20 games over the past two seasons and provides the Jets much-needed depth along their interior offensive line. The undrafted Western Kentucky product appeared in 13 games during 2025, including 11 starts at guard before an ankle injury cut his season short A to Z Sports.
Jets Fill Interior Line Gap Ahead of Roster Deadline
The Jets have been hunting for interior offensive-line depth as they prepare for next season. Meredith fills that need with proven starting experience. He can play both center and guard, giving the Jets flexibility. The Raiders were cutting their roster down to 53 players and used the trade to clear Meredith's salary Raiders Wire.
This move reflects the broad reshuffling happening across the NFL as teams finalize rosters before deadlines. Other teams, including the San Francisco 49ers, were also hunting for interior offensive-line help, according to ESPN reporting.
Meredith Reunites With Geno Smith in New York
Meredith played alongside Jets quarterback Geno Smith last season with the Raiders. That familiarity should help him settle in quickly. The two already know each other's tendencies and communication styles — a small edge for an offensive line that must protect the quarterback Raiders Wire.
Raiders Get Draft Capital While Retooling Their Line
Las Vegas received two draft picks in return and erased Meredith's $3.52 million 2026 salary hit. The Raiders are shifting their interior line with new additions and role changes. Sending Meredith to the Jets lets them free up space and capital to reshape their roster Silver and Black Pride.
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