The New York Jets announced they’ve claimed LB Kobe King off waivers from the Vikings on Friday.
We've claimed LB Kobe King off waivers.
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— New York Jets (@nyjets) October 24, 2025
King, 22, was a fifth-round pick by the Vikings in the 2025 NFL Draft out of Penn State. He signed a four-year, $4.4 million rookie contract, but was cut loose this week.
In 2025, King has appeared in five games for the Vikings and recorded four tackles.
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