By Glenn Naughton
Publication Date: 2026-11-09 21:58:00
While there hasn’t been any movement on the Will McDonald front, the Jets have made bottom of the roster deal by shipping safety Andre Cisco to the Lions. In return for the backup, Gang Green will receive a sixth-round pick in the 2028 NFL draft.
Trade: Jets are sending S Andre Cisco to the Detroit Lions for a 2028 6th-round pick, sources tell ESPN. Cisco’s on an expiring contract. https://t.co/BkN4GUcl7q
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 9, 2026
It’s a strong move by GM Darren Mougey who gets a day three pick for a player in the last year of his contract who never sees the field. The Jets had high hopes after signing Cisco last season but he missed most of the year due to injury. Then re-signed to come back this season, Cisco has been relegated to backup duty as Minkah Fitzpatrick and Dane Belton are seeing all of the snaps at safety.
A ball hawk in college who showed the same traits early on as a pro, Cisco has intercepted just one…
