Jets pass rusher Haason Reddick mum on plans for mandatory minicamp amid contract concerns

The Jets commence their mandatory minicamp on Tuesday. Whether newly acquired edge rusher Haason Reddick will be there is up in the air.

When approached Saturday by the New York Post’s Ryan Dunleavy for an interview, Reddick declined to speak. The veteran, who hasn’t been around the team this spring but was wearing a Jets shirt at an event in Camden, N.J., did not respond when asked if he plans to attend minicamp.

Reddick, who was acquired by New York this offseason from the Eagles for a conditional third-round pick in 2026, is seeking a new contract. The 29-year-old pass rusher has just one year left on his deal and is set to earn $14.25 million.

Reddick’s absence from the voluntary team activities organized in May and earlier this month was not surprising. Reportedly, by not participating in New York’s offseason program, he forfeited a $250,000 workout bonus.

When questioned last week about Reddick’s noticeable absence, Jets coach Robert Saleh was not worried, assuring reporters he anticipated Reddick’s presence at the compulsory camp.

“Last Tuesday, Saleh stated that his focus is on the present team members. He commented on Haason’s professionalism and experience in the league, and his consistent high-level performance. Saleh assured that they are aware of Haason’s whereabouts and activities, and that he is putting in a lot of effort to prepare for a successful 2024 season,” he said.

Reddick could be fined over $50,000 if he doesn’t attend the mandatory minicamp.

In trading for Reddick, the Jets replaced Bryce Huff, who ended up replacing Reddick in Philadelphia. Huff’s three-year, $51.1 million contract gives him a higher average annual value than what Reddick is earning on his current deal, which was negotiated by Eagles general manager Howie Roseman. It’ll be on Jets GM Joe Douglas to overcome the impasse.

Reddick, who has tallied at least 11 sacks in each of his last four seasons, is joining an already elite defense in New York, led by Quinnen Williams on the defensive line, C.J. Mosley at the second level and Sauce Gardner and D.J. Reed in the secondary. Joining young threats Jermaine Johnson II and Will McDonald IV, Reddick was acquired to give the Jets that consistent edge on the edge they haven’t had in decades.

The Jets defense will have to wait for takeoff until Reddick shows up to the facility and/or his contract concerns are resolved.