Mims: I deserve to be starter, but Jets 'pretty set on who they want'

Disgruntled New York Jets wide receiver Denzel Mims again voiced his frustration with the team Wednesday, saying he deserves a significantly bigger role this season.

"I feel like I already pretty much (proved it), from OTAs until now. They're pretty set on who they want," said Mims, who requested a trade last week, according to ESPN's Rich Cimini.

He added: "I feel like (the coaches) have made their mind up, honestly. But I feel like I can change their mind on that. I feel like I've been doing that. Their minds are pretty made up, though."

Multiple teams called the Jets about trading for Mims, including the Minnesota Vikings, Dallas Cowboys, Seattle Seahawks, and Carolina Panthers, reports SNY's Connor Hughes.

New York reportedly wanted at least a fourth-round pick in exchange for the wideout, who the Jets drafted in the second round in 2020.

Mims said he'll likely be a healthy scratch in Week 1 against the Baltimore Ravens, per Cimini.

"Of course, I'm going to be frustrated that I'm not playing with the starters, but I've got to continue to work," he added.

Mims, 24, caught only eight passes for 133 yards in 11 appearances last season. The Baylor product has racked up just 31 receptions for 490 yards with no touchdowns since entering the NFL.

Corey Davis, Elijah Moore, and first-round rookie Garrett Wilson headline New York's wide receiver depth chart. The Jets also roster wideouts Braxton Berrios and Jeff Smith after finalizing their 53-man roster Tuesday.