Analyst suggests 49ers trade for former 2nd-round WR
The 49ers need receiver help and the Jets could be sellers at the trade deadline.
The San Francisco 49ers appear to be exploring wide receiver options, possibly seeking help from the New York Jets. Interestingly, the Jets have no interest in trading their star receiver Garrett Wilson before their November 10 deadline. However, ESPN analyst Seth Walder suggests the 49ers should target Adonai Mitchell, another receiver from the Jets.
Mitchell's potential trade to the 49ers has not been met with enthusiasm by the Jets, but they possess receivers like Garrett Wilson, Omar Cooper Jr., and Kenyon Sadiq, making a trade worth considering. With key players like Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel, Demarcus Robinson, and De’Zhaun Stribling recovering from injuries, the 49ers need additional support.
Mitchell, a former second-round pick by the Indianapolis Colts in 2024, demonstrated promise on Sunday, recording seven receptions for 142 yards and a touchdown. This season, he has amassed 16 catches for 265 yards and a touchdown in four games, averaging 16.6 yards per catch. Mitchell's trade would mark his second consecutive move to a new team, as he was previously included in the 2025 trade that sent Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner to the Indianapolis Colts for two first-round picks.
While the Jets' willingness to trade Mitchell remains uncertain, he could serve as a low-cost alternative as the deadline approaches.
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