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Chandler Jones wants out of Arizona - Here’s why

All-Pro pass rusher Chandler Jones has officially handed in a trade request, it’s been revealed. The addition of fellow quarterback destroyer J.J. Watt hasn’t been enough to convince Jones to stay in the desert.

ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported today, Jones lodged an official trade demand sometime this offseason. Despite his unhappiness with the situation, the three-time Pro Bowler is expected to report to Arizona’s training camp, which begins — for veterans — on Tuesday.

Jones’ motive for wanting out is said to revolve around his current contract. The former Patriot is believed to be upset with the current terms. Since being traded from Foxboro, Jones has established himself as one one of the league’s most prominent sack masters.

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Only Aaron Donald has more quarterback hits and sacks across the past five seasons. Yet Jones’ performance and salary remain worlds apart, hence his frustration with the Cardinals organization.

Currently, his five-year, $82.5 million deal has one more year to run. Jones’ AAV (Average Annual Value) is 14th among edge rushers which would most certainly be the issue of contention.

Edge Rushers with a greater AAV than Chandler Jones:

  1. Joey Bosa

  2. Myles Garrett 

  3. Khalil Mack 

  4. DeMarcus Lawrence 

  5. Leonard Williams 

  6. Frank Clark 

  7. Fred Warner 

  8. Von Miller 

  9. Trey Flowers 

  10. Cam Jordan

  11. Dee Ford 

  12. Arik Armstead 

  13. Shaq Barrett

By no means is the Cardinals-Jones situation untenable. It’s obvious Jones wants a new — if not restructured — contract. Whether Arizona decides to appease their best player remains to be seen.

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One to watch for sure.