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Irvin Charles • WR • Jets

Jets Re-Sign Irvin Charles

The New York Jets re-signed exclusive-rights free-agent wide receiver Irvin Charles (knee) to an undisclosed deal on Friday. Charles will return to the Jets in 2025, although it's highly unlikely he'll be ready for training camp this summer or the start of the regular season after tearing his ACL in Week 14 of last year. The 27-year-old former undrafted free agent appeared in 13 games (no starts) in 2024 and was unable to catch his only target on offense. In his two NFL seasons, he has yet to catch a pass on just two targets over 25 games (no starts), mainly contributing on special teams. Charles logged 212 special-teams snaps last year and will likely resume a similar role at some point next year when he's cleared from his knee injury. He's nowhere near the fantasy radar.

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Josh Reynolds • WR • Jets

Jets Signing Josh Reynolds To One-Year Deal

The New York Jets are signing free-agent wide receiver Josh Reynolds to a one-year deal worth up to $5 million on Thursday, sources tell NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. New general manager Darren Mougey is familiar with Reynolds from their time together with the Denver Broncos last year. The 30-year-old veteran wideout also spent time in 2023 with the Detroit Lions and with the Jacksonville Jaguars to close out last season. With Denver and Jacksonville in 2024, Reynolds combined for only 13 receptions on 24 targets for 194 yards and one touchdown in nine games played (two starts). The former fourth-round pick (117th overall) by the Los Angeles Rams in 2017 out of Texas A&M will now head to New York, where he'll be battling for a complementary role behind Garrett Wilson, Allen Lazard and Xavier Gipson. Barring injuries, Reynolds will be avoidable in 12-team fantasy leagues this fall.

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Rondale Moore • WR • Jets

Rondale Moore Visits With Jets

Free-agent wide receiver Rondale Moore (knee) visited with the New York Jets on Tuesday, according to ESPN's Field Yates. Moore is making the rounds this offseason as a free agent after signing with the Atlanta Falcons last year before missing the entire 2024 campaign due to a non-contact knee injury that he suffered in a joint training camp practice last summer. In addition to the Jets, the 24-year-old wideout has taken visits with the Minnesota Vikings and Chicago Bears as he searches for his next team. The Arizona Cardinals took Moore in the second round (49th overall) in 2021 out of Purdue, and he contributed 135 catches on 182 targets for 1,201 yards and only three touchdowns in his three seasons (39 games played). There's opportunity in New York behind No. 1 Garrett Wilson, but with questions surround QB Justin Fields as a passer still, Moore would likely go undrafted in most 12-team fantasy leagues if he lands with the Jets.

Mar 19

Byron Cowart • DT • Jets

Byron Cowart Inks Deal With Jets

Former Chicago Bears defensive lineman Byron Cowart is signing a one-year, $1.362 million deal with the New York Jets. Ethan Greenberg of the team reported the news. The 28-year-old is joining his fifth team since being selected by the New England Patriots in the fifth round of the 2019 NFL Draft. Cowart appeared in 15 games in 2024 (seven starts), recording 26 tackles and a career-high 2.5 sacks. The Maryland product has racked up 21 starts since 2019, appearing in 51 total games. He ranked third amongst Bears defensive tackles in 2024 snaps (335) and projects to serve as depth for New York on their defensive front. He'll join fellow defensive linemen Derrick Nnadi, Jay Tufele, and Rashad Weaver as new acquisitions on the team.

Mar 17

Derrick Nnadi • DT • Jets

Derrick Nnadi Signing With Jets

Free-agent defensive tackle Derrick Nnadi is signing an undisclosed deal with the New York Jets on Sunday, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. The multi-time Super Bowl winner with the Kansas City Chiefs will head to the AFC East after spending the first seven years of his NFL career in Kansas City after the Chief took him in the third round (75th overall) in the 2018 draft out of Florida State. Although the 28-year-old wasn't a lineup regular for the Chiefs in 2024 (he only started one of 17 regular-season games), he has appeared in all 17 regular-season games in each of the last four seasons and has missed just one game in his seven years. Nnadi has 233 total tackles (109 solo), five sacks, seven tackles for loss, eight QB hits, an interception and a forced fumble in his 115 games played (87 starts). It's possible that Nnadi could start more in 2025 with his move to New York.

Mar 16

Kris Boyd • CB • Jets

Kris Boyd Signs With The Jets

The New York Jets have agreed to terms with former Houston Texans defensive back Kris Boyd on an undisclosed deal. The Texas product spent the last two years with the Texans, though he was mainly a contributor on special teams, recording just one tackle across 23 games since 2023. Boyd was selected in the seventh round of the 2019 NFL Draft by the Minnesota Vikings and spent his first four seasons with the team. His best statistical campaign came in 2020 when he notched 30 tackles and a forced fumble in ten games. The 28-year-old will likely play a big part on special teams again in 2025 while serving as a depth piece in the Jets' defensive backfield.

Mar 15

Tyler Johnson • WR • Jets

Tyler Johnson Links Up With Jets

Former Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Tyler Johnson has signed an undisclosed contract with the New York Jets. The 25-year-old is entering his sixth season in the league after spending two years with the Rams and the first three seasons of his career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. A former fifth-round pick, Johnson got a good amount of playing time early in 2024 while LA dealt with injuries to Puka Nacua and former wideout Cooper Kupp. However, he's climbed the depth chart with his new squad and figures to slot in as the Jets' second or third option in their WR corps. New York may continue to bolster their core of pass-catchers. Still, Johnson presents as a low-risk, high-reward option as the Jets continue to retool their roster.

Mar 15

Kene Nwangwu • RB • Jets

Jets Re-Sign Kene Nwangwu To One-Year Deal

The New York Jets re-signed running back/kick returner Kene Nwangwu (hand) to a one-year deal worth up to $2.5 million on Friday, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. Nwangwu will return for his second season with the Jets and is currently the No. 4 RB on their depth chart behind Breece Hall, Braelon Allen and Isaiah Davis, so he's once again unlikely to make much of an impact in 2025. Last year, he was only active for two games and didn't see any involvement on offense, although he did have a 99-yard kickoff return in Week 13 on special teams. The former fourth-rounder (119th overall) by the Minnesota Vikings in 2021 out of Iowa State spent his first three years in Minnesota and had 27 carries for 88 yards and no touchdowns, adding six catches for 30 yards. Nwangwu ended the year on Injured Reserve with a hand injury in 2024.

Mar 15

Garrett Wilson • WR • Jets

Garrett Wilson Will Be Unquestioned WR1 In 2025

The Athletic's Dianna Russini and Zack Rosenblatt write that New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson will be the no-doubt No. 1 target in this offense in 2025 and should have a big season as he reunites with quarterback Justin Fields, who he played with in college at Ohio State. As a freshman for the Buckeyes in 2020 with Fields at QB, Wilson caught 50 passes for 729 yards and seven touchdowns. Fields' ability to run the football should make life easier on running back Breece Hall. Not only does Wilson have prior history and chemistry with Fields, but the primary thing that will make Wilson's fantasy ceiling higher in 2025 is the fact that receiver Davante Adams is out of town. Fields can definitely stand to improve as a passer, but even if he doesn't, Wilson should eat and be a surefire WR1 target in fantasy drafts this fall.

Mar 14

Stone Smartt • TE • Jets

Jets Sign Stone Smartt To One-Year Deal

The New York Jets signed former Los Angeles Chargers tight end Stone Smartt to an undisclosed one-year deal on Thursday, a source tells NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Smartt was a restricted free agent this offseason but was not tendered by the Bolts, making him available to all teams. The 26-year-old former undrafted free agent came on strong late last year for L.A. and finished with career-highs in catches (16) and receiving yards (208) on 19 targets in 15 regular-season games (two starts), although he didn't find the end zone at all. Smartt could have an opportunity to build on his 2024 season in his new home in New York in 2025, as Tyler Conklin and Kenny Yeboah are currently unrestricted free agents. The only other TE on the Jets' current roster is Jeremy Ruckert. The Jets could still add to the position in free agency and the draft, but Smartt will be one to watch heading into training camp this summer.

Mar 13

C.J. Mosley • LB • Jets

C.J. Mosley Released By Jets

New York Jets linebacker C.J. Mosley has been released by the organization on Wednesday. The Jets have decided to move on from Mosley after an injury-riddled 2024 campaign. The organization will save $4 million by releasing the 32-year-old linebacker. Mosley only managed to play in four games last season, but has been an All-Pro linebacker throughout his career. Before last season, Mosley had recorded 150 tackles or more in each of the last three seasons. There should be a good market for the veteran linebacker who has recorded over 1,000 tackles during his 10-year career in the league.

Mar 12

Aaron Rodgers • QB • Jets

Jets Officially Release Aaron Rodgers

The New York Jets are officially releasing quarterback Aaron Rodgers, as expected, on Wednesday, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The Jets will take on $49 million in dead money with the move as a post-June 1 cut, which means they'll carry his $21 million salary cap hit until June 1, at which point it will drop to $14 million. It saves the Jets $7 million, but then they will have to absorb a $35 million dead-cap hit in 2026. The Jets already informed the 41-year-old future Hall of Famer a while ago that they'd be moving on from him after two disappointing seasons in 2023 and 2024, and Rodgers is reportedly deciding between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Giants as he looks to play for one or two more years. The Minnesota Vikings could also become an option. The Steelers could be the most attractive for Rodgers, especially after they traded for receiver DK Metcalf last weekend.

Mar 12

Rashad Weaver • OLB • Jets

Rashad Weaver Agrees To Term With Jets

Free-agent linebacker/defensive end Rashad Weaver has agreed to a one-year deal with the New York Jets, according to NFL insider Tom Pelissero. Weaver was a fourth-round draft choice by the Tennessee Titans in 2021 out of Pittsburgh and registered 49 tackles (29 solo), 5.5 sacks, and two forced fumbles in 33 career games during the first three years of his career. He spent last season with the Houston Texans and Los Angeles Rams, primarily as a practice squad member. He played in three games for Houston but did not log a stat. Weaver likely has an uphill battle to make the Jets' 53-man active roster in 2025.

Mar 12

Aaron Rodgers • QB • Jets

Giants Have Had Good Conversations With Aaron Rodgers

The New York Giants have had good conversations with soon-to-be free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers and have let him know they think he and second-year wide receiver Malik Nabers would form a strong chemistry together, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo. The Giants have been mentioned as a possible landing spot for Rodgers ever since the New York Jets informed him they'd be moving on in 2025, but the future Hall of Famer is also very interested in the Pittsburgh Steelers if they do not re-sign Russell Wilson -- Justin Fields agreed to a two-year deal with the Jets on Monday. The Minnesota Vikings could be another option for Rodgers after both Sam Darnold and Daniel Jones left in free agency. Nabers is already one of the best young wideouts in the game, but will that be enough to sell Rodgers, who tore his ACL in 2023 and disappointed last year with the Jets?

Mar 11

Aaron Rodgers • QB • Jets

Steelers, Aaron Rodgers Could Have Deal In Place By Tuesday

The Pittsburgh Steelers and soon-to-be free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers could have an agreement in place as soon as Tuesday, according to a source with knowledge of the situation. Justin Fields signed a two-year deal with the New York Jets on Monday, and Sam Darnold agreed to join the Seattle Seahawks, so the options at QB for the Steelers are dwindling. The Steelers began talking with Rodgers several days ago, although he won't be able to officially sign until Wednesday when the Jets release him. The New York Giants could still remain in play for the future Hall of Famer if they make him a better offer, but one big factor could be Rodgers' desire to play two more years. Rodgers is far more likely to get a second season in Pittsburgh, and the receiver tandem of George Pickens and DK Metcalf is also more appealing. Even though Rodgers would have some solid receiving options in Pittsburgh, he'd still likely be no more than a risky QB2 in superflex leagues if he were to land in the Steel City. Stay tuned.

Mar 11

Aaron Rodgers • QB • Jets

Aaron Rodgers Emerges As The Top Quarterback Option For The Steelers

Free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers has emerged as the top quarterback option for the Pittsburgh Steelers. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, Rodgers and the Steelers are expected to talk and explore a union. The idea of playing for Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin is also a factor, per Schefter. Pittsburgh also continues to speak to Justin Fields about returning to the Steelers. The Jets have officially moved on from Rodgers as their starting quarterback as he works to find a new team. Rodgers threw for 3,897 yards with 28 touchdowns and 11 interceptions over 17 games for the Jets in 2024. The Giants also remain in play as an option for Rodgers. The 41-year-old looked inconsistent last season but would be paired up with a dynamic duo at wide receiver with George Pickens and newly acquired DK Metcalf. A move to the Steelers would only hinder Rodgers' fantasy value even more, making him mainly an option in superflex leagues for upcoming fantasy drafts.

Mar 10

Aaron Rodgers • QB • Jets

Seattle Expected To Pursue Aaron Rodgers

Per The Athletic's Dianna Russini, the Seattle Seahawks are expected to talk with quarterback Aaron Rodgers regarding their hole at the QB position. With free agency set to begin on Monday at noon, things are starting to heat up, and with former Seattle starter Geno Smith being shipped off to Las Vegas over the weekend, the team is exhausting all possible options to find their next field general. Additionally, the Pittsburgh Steelers recently acquired wide receiver DK Metcalf in a trade, and ex-teammate Tyler Lockett was released a few days prior. Therefore, if Rodgers does join the Seahawks, he isn't exactly arriving in the most prolific offense, as WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba and running back Kenneth Walker III represent the squad's most viable weapons. The 41-year-old was better equipped earlier in his career to be the rising tide to lift all boats, though injuries and father time have diminished his spark. It should be an interesting free-agency period.

Mar 10

Jamien Sherwood • LB • Jets

Jamien Sherwood Returning To New York

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that linebacker Jamien Sherwood is returning to the New York Jets on a three-year deal worth $45 million, with $30 million fully guaranteed. New York selected Sherwood in the fifth round of the 2021 NFL Draft, and he has logged 17 games in each of the prior three seasons with the team. The Auburn product broke out in 2024, racking up 158 total tackles -- leading the team -- after not having eclipsed more than 35 from 2021-23. Additionally, the 25-year-old notched the second-most snaps of all Jets linebackers (1,065) behind Quincy Williams. New York's defense was hit-or-miss after the firing of former head coach Robert Saleh in 2024 but finished the year with the fifth-fewest yards per game allowed (313.8). However, they ranked in the league's bottom half in terms of PPG let up with 23.8. It's a step in the right direction for the Jets' defense, but they still have some tweaking to do ahead of the 2025 season.

Mar 10

Aaron Rodgers • QB • Jets

Aaron Rodgers To The Giants Isn't A Slam Dunk

ESPN New York's Jordan Raanan writes that after talking to people around the NFL, soon-to-be free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers joining the New York Giants in 2025 hardly seems like a slam dunk at this point. While Rodgers wouldn't have to go far once the New York Jets release him, the Giants aren't considered the most desirable situation. In addition, a new potential destinations for the future Hall of Famer opened up this weekend in the Seattle Seahawks and Minnesota Vikings after the Seahawks traded QB Geno Smith to the Las Vegas Raiders. The 41-year-old tore his Achilles in 2023 and then disappointed last year by throwing for 3,897 yards, 28 touchdowns and 11 interceptions, so it remains to be seen how many QB-needy teams will even be interested in taking him on as a bridge starter for a year. Rodgers will come cheap, but he won't be much more than a low-end QB2 in fantasy.

Mar 9

Aaron Rodgers • QB • Jets

Aaron Rodgers May Draw Interest From Vikings

With the NFL's legal tampering period set to open on Monday, the Minnesota Vikings might be interested in soon-to-be-free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Rodgers will be looking to play for the third NFL team of his career after he and the New York Jets agreed to part ways earlier in the offseason. Minnesota's 2024 first-round pick J.J. McCarthy (knee) missed all of last season but he is expected to be cleared to return to the field this spring. That being said, the Vikings would like to add a veteran QB presence to the roster, which explains their interest in Rodgers. Rodgers is unlikely to sign up to be a backup if he has a chance to start somewhere, so he could look elsewhere if the Vikings appear committed to opening the year with McCarthy as their starter. The New York Giants are another team that has been linked to Rodgers this offseason, with the Vikings also reported to have an eye on bringing back Daniel Jones, whom they signed after the Giants released him during the 2024 season.

Mar 8

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