Bam Knight, Trey Dean Among Jets First let go as Cuts Begin

The names of Jets players being let go have started to roll in with running back Bam Knight and Trey Dean being two of the more surprising names to be let go thus far.  Dean was one of the top defenders on the roster this preseason while Knight was as good as or better than his primary competition, Michael Carter.

#Jets are releasing Zonovan "Bam" Knight, source said. He received some interest on the trade front, which could indicate a claim on Wednesday.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 28, 2023

Knight was of course an undrafted free agent while the Jets used a pick on Carter which gave him an edge in the competition.

The team also placed cornerback Jimmy Moreland in injured reserve and parted ways with offensive lineman Greg Senat, linebackers Pita Taumopenu and Nick Vigil.

The #Jets have placed CB Jimmy Moreland on IR and released OL Greg Senat, LB Pita Taumoepenu and LB Nick Vigil.

— NYJ Communications (@NYJetsPR) August 28, 2023

The #Jets are releasing veteran WR Alex Erickson, per source. Erickson was a preseason standout, catching two TD passes in Saturday's finale.

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) August 28, 2023

Wide receiver and return man Alex Erickson who found the end zone twice against the Giants was also let go as was safety Marquis Waters and undrafted free agent linebacker Claudin Cherelus according to the folks at uStadium.

#Jets are also releasing S Marquis Waters and LB Claudin Cherelus per source.

— uSTADIUM (@uSTADIUM) August 28, 2023

Expect several more names to roll in between now and tomorrow’s 4pm deadline.

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