Jets Half Methods with WR Allen Lazard After Rodgers Departure

The Allen Lazard period in New York has ended, a lot later than most anticipated. The Jets are releasing the veteran large receiver, based on a workforce supply.

When Aaron Rodgers was launched this previous offseason, it was anticipated that Lazard’s Jets tenure was additionally over — each as a result of he and Rodgers are shut pals and since Lazard has largely been a disappointment since signing a $44 million contract in 2023. In April, Lazard agreed to a restructured deal and, finally, head coach Aaron Glenn selected to maintain him, partly to offer depth at large receiver and due to the teaching workers’s perception Lazard has worth as a blocker.

Lazard, who turned 30 final week, has hardly performed this season. He has 10 receptions for 70 yards and a landing, with a season-high of 16 yards coming in an October loss to the Panthers.

In 2023, after Rodgers tore his Achilles, Lazard performed in 14 video games however may solely muster 311 yards and one landing. He performed a lot better when Rodgers returned — 37 catches for 530 yards and 6 touchdowns in 2024.

Amongst 171 gamers with no less than 100 targets since 2023, Lazard has the second-highest drop price (10.2 %), based on TruMedia.

With high wideout Garrett Wilson on injured reserve, the Jets will transfer ahead with Adonai Mitchell, John Metchie and Isaiah Williams main the way in which the remainder of the season.