Friday, March 3, 2017

Jets release WR Brandon Marshall

The Jets announced Friday that they have released WR Brandon Marshall.

"Brandon's commitment and passion for football is undeniable," said Jets owner Woody Johnson. "His drive to support mental health awareness is beyond admirable. We appreciate his contributions to the organization and wish him the best."

Marshall’s 59 receptions and 788 receiving yards led the Green & White last season. Appearing in 15 games, he also had three receiving TDs.

"I've known Brandon a long time and, more than the great player he is, I'm proud of the man that he's become," said head coach Todd Bowles. "His passion about mental health awareness speaks for itself and he was always willing to mentor our younger players. He cares deeply about the game and others and it shows in everything he does."

Acquired in a trade with the Chicago Bears on March 10, 2015, the 6’4”, 230-pound Marshall set Jets single-season records for receptions (109) and receiving yards (1,434) in his first campaign with New York’s AFC representative. His 14 TDs tied him with Don Maynard (1965) and Art Powell (1960) for most in a season in franchise history. Marshall also established a new team mark with 10 100-yard receiving games.

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