Jets release Wilkerson after 2 years of $86M deal
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The New York Jets have informed defensive lineman Muhammad Wilkerson of his release, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports, citing a league source.
The Jets signed Wilkerson to a five-year, $86-million contract in 2016.
New York has now shed marquee defensive linemen Wilkerson and Sheldon Richardson in a matter of five months.
It had been reported late in the 2017 season that the team was ready to cut ties with Wilkerson. The move is expected to save $11 million in cap space.
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