The Jets may trade Allen Lazard to the Steelers in June 2025 as coach Aaron Glenn reshapes the team for Justin Fields. Is this the end of the Rodgers era?
StatPro NFL Beat Reporter
While the Jets are hard at work on the field for day two of mandatory minicamp, the biggest shockwaves are coming from the front office. On Wednesday, reports exploded with speculation that the team is actively exploring a trade to send veteran wide receiver Allen Lazard to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The potential move marks the clearest signal yet that the Aaron Rodgers chapter is definitively closed and head coach Aaron Glenn is aggressively reshaping the roster around new quarterback Justin Fields.
This isn't just turning a page; it's a complete teardown of the old regime's vision as Aaron Glenn builds the team in his own image.
The rumor mill is in overdrive. Sending Allen Lazard, a player brought in specifically for his connection to Aaron Rodgers, to the Steelers would be a significant statement. For fans, it's a move that feels both necessary and jarring. Lazard's tenure in New York has been underwhelming, and this trade could free up cap space while signaling a full commitment to a new offensive identity under Justin Fields. It's a classic case of a new coaching staff wanting 'their guys' and moving on from remnants of a previous, failed plan. The move would immediately shake up the wide receiver depth chart, putting more pressure on Garrett Wilson and creating opportunities for younger players to step up.
On the field, the vibes are completely different. Mandatory minicamp (June 10-12) is the first real test for head coach Aaron Glenn and quarterback Justin Fields. All eyes are on how Fields is grasping the new offensive scheme and building chemistry with his targets. Glenn is running a tight ship, using this critical three-day window to evaluate every position and install his systems. After a dismal 5-12 season, the focus is on discipline, execution, and establishing a new culture. The intensity of minicamp is the backdrop against which these major roster decisions are being made.
The potential Lazard trade is just one piece of a much larger puzzle. Since Aaron Glenn's arrival, the roster has seen significant turnover. The front office has been churning the bottom of the roster and looking for upgrades at key positions. This offseason has been defined by a clear mandate: erase the memory of 2024's disappointment. Key position battles are raging across the board, from the offensive line to the secondary. Management is making it clear that past performance and previous allegiances mean nothing; the players who buy into Glenn's vision and produce on the field are the ones who will be here in September.
With minicamp wrapping up tomorrow, the picture of the 2025 Jets is rapidly coming into focus. The decisions made this week, from potential blockbuster trades like Lazard's to the depth chart hierarchies established on the practice field, will set the stage for training camp. The Aaron Glenn era is officially underway, and it's clear that no one's spot is guaranteed.
