In a move likely set up to make room for suspended wide receiver Jalin Marshall, the Jets have released tight end Will Tye who was added to the team’s 53-man roster after being let go by the New York Giants in their final round of pre-season cuts.
We have waived TE Will Tye and released RB Marcus Murphy from the practice squad.https://t.co/s1tQQAIa7Z
— New York Jets (@nyjets) October 3, 2017
In 3 games with the Jets, Tye had 4 receptions for 38 yards.
The Jets also opened up a spot on their practice squad by letting go of running back/return man Marcus Murphy.