The Jets have already cut nine players this afternoon, and there are certainly some notable names in the group. According to the New York Post’s Brian Costello (via Twitter), former second-round pick Stephen Hill is on his way out. The 23-year-old has disappointed since entering the league in 2012, but there’s a good chance he’ll have an opportunity to catch on with another team.
The New York Daily News’ Manish Mehta also reports (via Twitter) that running back Daryl Richardson will be released. However, based on the new practice squad rules, ESPN.com’s Rich Cimini thinks there’s a chance that Richardson could stick around (via Twitter).
Below is the full list of the team’s moves:
- Stephen Hill (WR)
- Daryl Richardson (RB)
- A.J. Edds (LB) (via Brian Costello on Twitter)
- Alex Green (RB) (via Seth Walder on Twitter)
- Johnny Patrick (CB) (via Costello on Twitter)
- Chris Pantale (TE) (via Mehta on Twitter)
- Zach Thompson (DE) (via Mehta on Twitter)
- Tajh Boyd (QB) (via Adam Caplan on Twitter)
- Tevita Finau (DL) (via Costello on Twitter)
Additionally, Costello tweets that linebacker Antwan Barnes will likely start the season on the physically unable to perform list.