With a roster spot opening up after Tarik Cohen decided to retire, the Jets have added former UFL wide receiver Isaiah Winstead. The 6′ 4” Winstead spent a short time with the San Francisco 49ers before landing with the Arlington Renegades.
The San Francisco 49ers have signed RB Tyrion Davis-Price to the practice squad and released WR Isaiah Winstead. Davis-Price was waived on Tuesday to make room on the active roster for safety Logan Ryan.
It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.
Former East Carolina wide receiver Isaiah Winstead had a frustrating weekend during the NFL Draft after not hearing his name called, then not getting any offers to sign as an undrafted free agent when the draft concluded. Then the 49ers signed not too long after he took matters into his own hands.