Falcons could use trade deadline to reunite Jeff Ulbrich with Will McDonald IV

Will McDonald IV is an interesting option for the Atlanta Falcons to consider before the trade deadline.

By Garrett Klaus · Blogging Dirty

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 8:30 PM

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The Atlanta Falcons are linked with a potential trade for New York Jets edge rusher Will McDonald IV.
Will McDonald IV requested a trade after seeing his role diminish under Jets head coach Aaron Glenn.
Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich previously coached McDonald during his 10.5-sack campaign in 2024.

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The Atlanta Falcons have been linked to New York Jets edge rusher Will McDonald IV ahead of the NFL trade deadline. A potential permanent trade would reunite McDonald with Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, under whom he produced 10.5 sacks in 2024. McDonald reportedly requested a trade due to reduced playing time under head coach Aaron Glenn.

Writer Garrett Klaus notes that Atlanta needs pass-rushing depth following a season-ending ACL injury to Jalon Walker. While the Jets are reportedly hesitant to part with the 27-year-old pass rusher, McDonald remains an intriguing target before the deadline.

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