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Contract Details Emerge for Powell, Robinson

By Glenn Naughton Posted On March 10, 2016

By Glenn Naughton

Following earlier reports of the Jets coming to terms with running backs Bilal Powell and Khiry Robinson, Tom Pelissero is reporting the details of each signing via twitter.

#Jets running back deals: 3 years, $11.25M for Bilal Powell with $6M fully guaranteed. 1-year, $1.175M for Khiry Robinson, $80K guaranteed.

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 11, 2016

According to Rich Cimini of ESPN.com, the Jets were sitting at $5.3 million in salary cap space prior to yesterday’s signings.

Jets have $5.3M in cap room, per NFLPA. Doesn't include Forte, Powell, Robinson deals. They've got some trimming to do. #nyj

— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) March 10, 2016

Even with the revamped backfield, the Jets are still in a staring contest with quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick who has reportedly been contacted by the Denver Broncos.

Glenn Naughton

Glenn was Born in the Bronx, New York and has followed the Jets religiously despite being stationed in several different countries and time zones around the world. He now resides in England and has been a JetNation member since 2005. Glenn will bleed green with the rest of us through the highs and lows.

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