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NFL News: Jets Reportedly Claim DL Mathis Off Waivers Ahead of Lions, Bengals, More
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The New York Jets claimed former Washington Commanders defensive lineman Phidarian Mathis off waivers, according to NFL insider Ian Rapoport.
The Jets claimed him over several other playoff-bound teams, including the Cincinnati Bengals, Detroit Lions and Houston Texans, all of whom could have benefited from his depth heading into the postseason.
New York also claimed former Vikings linebacker Jamin Davis while waiving kicker Anders Carlson and placing safety Chuck Clark on injured reserve.
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The Jets also claimed former Vikings LB Jamin Davis, a 2021 first-round pick by Washington. To make room, they waived K Anders Carlson and placed S Chuck Clark on IR. https://t.co/zjl8A55hiw
The Jets ultimately landed Mathis due to having the highest waiver priority.
The former second-round pick was released by the Commanders earlier in the week. He recorded 17 tackles and one pass defended over 12 games for Washington this season.
The Jets are 4-12 ahead of their final game of the season against the Miami Dolphins. With no postseason to look forward to, the addition of Mathis will certainly help them in the future.
Mathis is under contract through 2025, making him a key part of the Jets’ future plans. These plans are expected to change in the coming weeks as the team searches for a new head coach and general manager, per Pro Football Talks’ Josh Alper.
In addition to front office and coaching changes, the future of veteran 41-year-old quarterback Aaron Rodgers remains uncertain, especially after it was reported on Sunday by Rapoport that Rodgers and wide receiver Garrett Wilson are not getting along.
“There have been questions regarding whether Rodgers and Wilson can find common ground since they had a blowup during training camp,” Rapoport wrote. “While Wilson will not publicly say it, those who know him well believe he’s been frustrated at the lack of looks from Rodgers while wondering what else he can do to fix the relationship.”
Despite the potential turmoil heading into the offseason, a clear benefit for the Jets will be the addition of 26-year-old Mathis.
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