The Jets are reportedly open to dealing Forte,Conor Orr of NFL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

As the report notes, Forte's guaranteed $4 million salary could present an obstacle to that end, but with the Jets clearly in a rebuild, it makes sense that such a scenario is being explored by the team. In the event that Forte is dealt, the path would be cleared for Bilal Powell to see a more high-volume role, plus there'd be added opportunities for some of the team's younger backfield options, such as sixth-rounder Elijah McGuire.