The Jets are making changes! Yesterday it was Antonio Cromartie and today the Jets released WR Santonio Holmes after 4 seasons with the team. Who’s next — Mark Sanchez?! Lol, jk (kinda).
Hit the jump for details…
Via ESPN:
In a long-anticipated move, Holmes was released Monday after a second straight injury-plagued season. His lack of production, coupled with a $10.75 million salary-cap charge in 2014, were the primary reasons behind the Jets’ decision.
Only five years ago, Holmes was named Super Bowl MVP as a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers.
In a span of 24 hours, the Jets cleared $17.75 million in cap room by releasing Holmes and cornerback Antonio Cromartie.
(Story Continues…)