Jets trading up for Richardson?
Alabama running back Trent Richardson smiles at the end of a 45-21 win over Georgia Southern at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (Nov. 19, 2011) Credit: AP
Mike Tannenbaum isn’t afraid of making a splash when it comes to the NFL draft.
But could the Jets really trade up to either the Nos. 4 or 5 spot to secure Alabama running back Trent Richardson?
Rumors of the unlikely scenario picked up steam on Wednesday, after Richardson told reporters at the NFL’s Play 60 event in Chelsea that the Jets contacted him on Sunday to confirm they had his correct information (i.e., phone number, etc.) in case they pulled off a major deal to trade up.
It’s highly unlikely the Jets, who pick 16th overall, will be able to move up that many spots. According to draft “experts,” Cleveland and Tampa Bay are the anticipated destinations for Richardson.
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