The New York Jets have waived running back Michael Carter, their leading rusher in 2021, in a surprise move. Carter was benched after committing a penalty in the Jets' recent loss to the Las Vegas Raiders. The move sends a message to the struggling offense and opens up a spot for rookie Israel Abanikanda. The Jets are looking to generate more offense after two straight losses.
- The Jets have waived running back Michael Carter, their leading rusher in 2021.
- Carter was benched after committing a penalty in the Jets' recent loss to the Las Vegas Raiders.
- The move sends a message to the struggling offense.
- The Jets are looking to generate more offense after two straight losses.
- Rookie Israel Abanikanda is expected to take Carter's spot in the backfield.
Michael Carter | RB
- Carter was benched after committing a chop-block penalty in the Jets' recent game.
- He had a limited role as the team's third-down back, with only 15 receptions for 68 yards and two dropped passes this season.
- As a runner, he carried the ball only eight times for 38 yards.
- Carter showed promise as a rookie, leading the team in rushing yards and receptions in 2021.
- He had a heated exchange with running backs coach Taylor Embree during a Week 3 loss in 2022.
Israel Abanikanda | RB
- Abanikanda, a rookie fifth-round pick, is expected to take Carter's spot in the backfield.
- He possesses high-end speed and the Jets are hoping he can spark their offense.
New York Jets
- The Jets are looking to generate more offense after two straight losses.
- The move to waive Michael Carter sends a message to the struggling offense.
- Rookie Israel Abanikanda is expected to join the backfield alongside Breece Hall and Dalvin Cook.