As players around the NFL sign contract extensions, things are looking bleak for Jets defensive end Muhammad Wilkerson.
A source said there is little optimism a deal will get done by Sunday’s season opener, despite both sides wanting to work one out.
Wilkerson plans on tabling talks once Sunday comes and not revisiting them until after the season, a source said.
Wilkerson has been seeking a new contract for more than a year now. He is in the fifth year of his rookie deal, which will pay him $6.97 million this season.
Wilkerson had no desire to speak about his contract situation with reporters on Thursday.