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Jets owner Johnson: 'We're looking at' DeSean Jackson

Bob Stanton-USA TODAY Sports / Reuters

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Trade rumors continue to swirl around Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson, although the teams actually interested in acquiring his services have yet to come to light. Now, we know at least one team that could be making a play for the three-time Pro Bowler.

The Jets already added former Denver Broncos receiver Eric Decker via free agency to bolster their passing attack, but an addition like Jackson would drastically increase their big-play ability. Considering the recent signing of Michael Vick, Jackson's teammate for five seasons in Philly, New York would seem like an ideal fit for the explosive wideout.

The NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that while Johnson indicated a trade is a possibility, it would have to be "at the right price" and would require Jackson "fits into the culture of our locker room," a transition that would seem smoother with the presence of Vick.

One team that doesn't appear to be in on Jackson is the San Francisco 49ers. The Niners were one of the teams initially reported to have inquired about Jackson's availability, but general manager Trent Baalke told CSNBayArea.com that's simply not the case.

"As of this moment, those reports are totally misleading and false," Baalke said.

"Right now he's under contract with the Philadelphia Eagles," Baalke said. "We've not made any contact with the Eagles relative to a trade for DeSean Jackson."

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