Jets sign edge rusher Takkarist McKinley after tryout
Dec 12, 2021; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley (2) evades a tackle by Cleveland Browns defensive end Takkarist McKinley (55) during the fourth quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports The New York Jets announced the signing of free agent edge rusher Takkarist McKinley on Thursday.
The former first-round draft pick attended the team's minicamp this week on a tryout basis. Terms were not disclosed.
McKinley, 28, last played a game in the NFL with the Los Angeles Rams during the 2022 season.
He played his first four seasons with the Atlanta Falcons after being picked 26th overall in the 2017 draft.
McKinley has 20 sacks and 53 quarterback hits in 64 games (27 starts) with the Falcons (2017-20), Cleveland Browns (2021) and Rams (2022).
--Field Level Media
Latest
The SEC Dynasty Is Over and the Big Ten Proved It
Wed May 27 2026
MLB Betting Picks for Wednesday: Two Totals for May 27 Slate
Wed May 27 2026
Victor Wembanyama Has a Chance to Become the Next Babe Ruth
Tue May 26 2026
Latest Betting
- Best MLB Bets Today: Top Picks for May 24 Featuring Shohei Ohtani and Ketel Marte
- Thunder vs. Spurs Game 4 Picks: Best Bets for WCF Sunday
- Three MLB Futures Worth Betting Before the Odds Disappear
- MLB Best Bets Today: Guardians Value Play and White Sox-Giants Total
- MLB Best Bets Today: Blue Jays, Diamondbacks and Athletics Picks for Thursday
- MLB Pitcher Props Today: Best Bets for Cam Schlittler, Aaron Nola and More
- Spurs vs Thunder Game 2 Best Bets: Top Picks for Western Conference Finals
