The New York Jets released quarterback Bailey Zappe from the practice squad Tuesday, a corresponding move as the team signed former Tennessee Titans starter Will Levis, via the NFL transaction wire.
The New York Jets brought quarterback Bailey Zappe back into the fold Tuesday, signing the veteran to the practice squad only days after cutting him during final roster trimming.
The New York Jets announced they have re-signed QB Bailey Zappe to the practice squad. Zappe, 27, was selected in the fourth round of the 2022 draft by the Patriots out of Western Kentucky.
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Around The NFL dropped the cut first. The New York Jets are releasing quarterback Bailey Zappe. The 53-man deadline hits Sunday at 6 p.m. ET. This one was coming.
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.
Bailey Zappe will not survive roster cuts with the Jets. The fourth-year quarterback is being waived, as first reported by ESPN’s Rich Cimini. Zappe was competing for a depth spot in New York’s QB room.
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According to Jeremy Fowler, the Browns are re-signing QB Bailey Zappe to the practice squad. He was in camp with the Chiefs this summer but was let go during final cuts. Zappe, 26, was selected in the fourth round of the 2022 draft by the Patriots out of Western Kentucky.
His signing is technically a reunion, as he spent the first few months of the season on the Chiefs’ practice squad.
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Drafting two quarterbacks in April, the Patriots did not appear to have room for Bailey Zappe on their 53-man roster.
New England Patriots QB Bailey Zappe has starting experience, but that might not matter much as the team works toward the goal of a more dynamic future.
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