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NFL clubs are required to get down to 53 players by 6pm tomorrow and the Jets started by cutting ties with quarterback Bailey Zappe first, and now defensive tackle Mazi Smith. Be sure to follow us for updates as the cuts come in.
The Jets have released QB Bailey Zappe, per source. #Jets
— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) August 29, 2026
Zappe was an offseason addition who did not perform well this preseason while Smith was added in the deal that sent Quinnen Williams to the Cowboys.
Jets are releasing defensive tackle Mazi Smith, who was included in last season’s trade with Dallas for Quinnen Williams. pic.twitter.com/6AOk9Gp3Qu
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 29, 2026
Since coming over to the Jets, Smith has been a non-factor when given a chance to get on the field, which was also the issue in Dallas.
The Jets have also parted ways with:
DT Junior Tafuna (per Aaron Wilson)
S Dean Clark (per Rich Cimini)