The New York Jets have decided to waive running back Joe McKnight.
RB Joe McKnight is one of 14 players released by the Jets this morning. #nyj
— Manish Mehta (@MMehtaSports) August 26, 2013
Joe McKnight has plenty of talent. He can be a productive player in NFL, but he'll have to prove that he's more reliable/durable. #nyj
— Manish Mehta (@MMehtaSports) August 26, 2013
It could’ve been along time coming after a very quiet preseason.
RB Joe McKnight was active for the first time this preseason. However, he didn't get any snaps in the backfield or on kickoff returns. #nyj
— Manish Mehta (@MMehtaSports) August 26, 2013
Joe McKnight knew he was on the bubble when he came into camp. The issues at running back gave him a shot. Chris Ivory was injured and Mike Goodson had legal trouble. McKnight had his own legal issues being arrested for unpaid tickets.
The Jets are looking for a feature back to replace Shonn Greene who signed with the Tennessee Titans. Chris Ivory is the player the Jets were hoping would be that guy.