Waiver Wire: Jets Claim CB Leon McFadden, Assemble Practice Squad

Leon McFadden

The New York Jets are in the cornerback market; today they added Leon McFadden off waivers.

McFadden was a 2013 third-round selection of the Cleveland Browns and found himself in a tough position as the team’s new regime decided to draft CB Justin Gilbert to pair opposite all-pro Joe Haden.

He was an asset in coverage for the team in 2013, but did commit a large number of penalties, something the Jets have recently been familiar with (see: CB Kyle Wilson). If McFadden can become comfortable in Rex Ryan’s plug-and-play defense, the Jets will be relieved from some of the conerback woe they are currently dealing with. At just 23 years old, he could have some staying power.

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Jets 10-Man Practice Squad

Will be updated as information becomes available.

Quarterback Matt Simms

Safety Rontez Miles

Defensive Lineman Tevita Finau

Tight End Chris Pantale

Offensive Lineman Brent Qvale

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