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Jets Release DT Leonard Taylor III After Week 6 Loss

Inactive since Week 3, the former undrafted Miami product slipped down the depth chart under the current coaching staff.

Overview

  • The team announced the move on Oct. 14, marking its first personnel change after the Week 6 loss to Denver.
  • Practice squad changes included signing wide receiver Trenton Irwin and releasing running back Avery Williams.
  • Taylor appeared in two games this season with three tackles, one tackle for loss and one pass defense.
  • As a rookie in 2024, he played 14 games and recorded 24 tackles, four tackles for loss, four quarterback hits and 1.5 sacks.
  • Scouting evaluations praised his physical tools but noted inconsistent production that limited his role.