Jets’ Garrett Wilson shares initial comments on Davante Adams trade

Shortly after it was reported on Tuesday that the New York Jets had completed a trade for three-time All-Pro wide receiver Davante Adams, Garrett Wilson posted a message targeting players of Adams’ caliber.

On Thursday, Wilson made his first public comments on the Adams trade while speaking to ESPN’s Rich Cimini.

Wilson told Cimini he was “really excited” to play with Adams, who he called one of his “favorite players as a kid.” Wilson, the 2022 Offensive Rookie of the Year, also believes playing alongside Adams is a great learning opportunity for him.

“It’s a great opportunity for me to learn a lot,” Wilson said. “Hopefully we can get things going and start winning games.”

Wilson, 24, is playing extended snaps with four-time NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers for the first time this year — and it took some time for the connection to develop. But Wilson and Rodgers, who have 21 receptions for 208 receiving yards and two touchdowns in the last two games, have made important strides. Plus, the fact that Adams, who has emerged as arguably the game’s best receiver and catching passes from Rodgers in Green Bay, should only help Wilson continue to build chemistry with the Jets’ QB.

Another added benefit of Adams’ presence for Wilson? The defense has to pick its poison. Wilson had to face coverage from the opposing team’s top corner as well as additional safety help over the top. That should change when Adams is in town.

As for the elephant in the room, Wilson said he’s not worried about losing targets with the addition of Adams.

“No. At the end of the day, it’s okay if I lose a few goals,” Wilson said. “I got 22 the other day. It doesn’t take that many to get where I want to go.”

Adams will make his Jets debut Football on Sunday evenings against the Pittsburgh Steelers.