Jets Release Davante Adams After Unproductive Season
The move clears nearly $30 million in cap space as the Jets overhaul their roster following a disappointing 2024 campaign.
- Davante Adams was released by the New York Jets after just 11 games with the team, where he recorded 67 catches, 854 yards, and seven touchdowns.
- The Jets' decision to part ways with Adams follows their earlier announcement to release quarterback Aaron Rodgers, marking a shift in the team's direction under new leadership.
- The release saves the Jets $29.9 million in salary cap space, though it incurs an $8.4 million dead cap hit, as Adams had no guaranteed money remaining on his contract.
- Adams immediately becomes a top free agent, with potential landing spots including the Packers, Chargers, 49ers, Rams, and other receiver-needy teams, many of which are speculated to align with his preference for West Coast or contending teams.
- The Jets are also exploring moves for other Rodgers-associated players, including Allen Lazard, as they aim to rebuild their roster under new head coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey.