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The New York Jets are facing a significant financial burden in dead money as they prepare for the offseason. With a total of $23.7 million in dead cap space from six players and potential cuts for key veterans, the new general manager will have tough decisions ahead. Players like D.J. Reed are eyeing free agency, while Aaron Rodgers is on the verge of a career milestone. The Jets' struggles this season have led to a challenging situation as they look to rebuild and improve for the future.
- The Jets will incur $110 million in dead money for players who may not be on the roster in 2025.
- D.J. Reed is expected to enter free agency after the Jets did not extend his contract.
- Aaron Rodgers is one touchdown away from reaching 500 career touchdown passes.
Tyler Conklin | TE
Injury
Week 17
2 receptions
4 targets
25 rec yards
0- Conklin's contract includes a $5.9 million dead cap hit due to void years.
Aaron Rodgers | QB
Milestone
Week 17
250 pass yards
1 pass TDs
- Rodgers is one touchdown pass away from reaching 500, a milestone achieved by only four players.
Garrett Wilson | WR
Week 17
- Wilson has been receiving plenty of targets but has not been utilized in the red zone as much since Adams' arrival.
Greg Zuerlein | K
Injury
Week 17
- Zuerlein returns from injury but has been a disappointment this season.
New York Jets
- The Jets are facing a significant dead money issue that will impact their ability to build the team moving forward.
- The team has struggled to convert leads into wins, raising concerns about their late-game performance.