Ammendola out, Kessman in as Jets make change at kicker
The New York Jets have released kicker Matt Ammendola and signed Alex Kessman from the practice squadDECEMBER 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
AUSTIN WALTER
Reverts to practice squad Walter reverted to the Jets' practice squad Monday.
Impact The running back was able to rush for 38 yards and a touchdown after being elevated to the active roster ahead of the team's Week 12 contest against the Texans, but he's back on the practice squad. Assuming he's elevated again Sunday against the Eagles, he'll join Tevin Coleman and Ty Johnson in the Jets backfield.
DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Eagles look to rebound and continue dominance over Jets
The Philadelphia Eagles have dominated their series with the New York Jets having won all 11 meetingsDECEMBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jets' Wilson needs to find second-half groove in first half
Zach Wilson was back for the New York Jets and so were the up-and-down moments of a rookie quarterback shaking off some rustNOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Makes most of opportunity with TD Walter rushed nine times for 38 yards and a touchdown while failing to catch his only target in Sunday's 21-14 win over the Texans.
Impact Walter was elevated from the practice squad with Michael Carter (ankle) on IR, and he worked as part of a three-headed backfield committee with Tevin Coleman (16 carries for 67 yards) and Ty Johnson (six carries for 42 yards). Given an opportunity from the two-yard line late in the first half, Waller made the most of it by powering into the end zone. He'll likely be elevated again in Week 13 against the Eagles
NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
In His Houston Homecoming, RB Austin Walter a 'Spark Plug' for Jets Run Game Accounts for 157 Yards in Win Over Texans; Complements QB Zach Wilson in His Return as Starter
NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • NEWYORKJETS.COM
Austin Walter: Couldn't Be Happier In This Moment Jets Running Back and Houston Native Talks with Team Reporter Ethan Greenberg Following the Win Over the Texans
NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • NEWYORKJETS.COM
Austin Walter: Means the World to Me to Score a TD in My Hometown Jets Running Back Talks with Reporters About Scoring His First Career Touchdown
NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • NEWYORKJETS.COM
Wilson returns, Jets end skid with 21-14 win over Texans
Rookie Zach Wilson threw for 145 yards and ran for a touchdown to help the New York Jets snap a three-game skid by rallying for a 21-14 win over the Houston Texans SundayNOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Highlight ' Austin Walter Scores His First Career TD Watch the Jets running back visit the end zone after being elevated from the practice squad on Saturday.
NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • NEWYORKJETS.COM
Austin Walter is HYPED for his first career TD New York Jets running back Austin Walter is HYPED for his first career touchdown.
NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • NFL.COM
Elevated for Week 12 Walter was elevated from the practice squad Saturday, Ethan Greenberg of the Jets' official site reports.
Impact Walter was signed to the Jets' practice squad Oct. 5 but has not been active at any point. That will be set to change in Week 12 for a matchup against the Texans, as he'll have the chance to serve in a depth role out of the backfield with Michael Carter (ankle) sidelined.
NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jets place RB Carter on IR, WR Davis doubtful vs. Texans
The New York Jets placed rookie running back Michael Carter on injured reserve with a high ankle sprain, sidelining him for at least the next three gamesNOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Agrees to injury settlement The Jets waived Walter (undisclosed) from IR with an injury settlement Thursday, independent NFL journalist Aaron Wilson reports.
Impact Walter reverted to IR after going unclaimed on waivers last week, but his 2021 season won't officially have to come to an end. When healthy, the 25-year-old will be eligible to search for a depth role elsewhere.
AUGUST 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Lands on injured reserve Walter (undisclosed) cleared waivers and reverted to the Jets' injured reserve Wednesday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Walter was waived/injured by New York with the unspecified injury Tuesday, and he'll shift to injured reserve after passing through the waiver wire unclaimed.
AUGUST 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Waived by Jets Walker (undisclosed) was waived/injured by the Jets on Tuesday, per the NFL's official transaction log.
Impact Walker was claimed off waiver by the Jets in May and was working as a depth tailback in camp. He appeared in four games for the 49ers last season, rushing once for three yards and catching one pass for 27 yards. The 25-year-old will revert to New York's injured reserve if he goes through waivers unclaimed.
AUGUST 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jets place Cam Clark on IR among moves to get roster to 85
The New York Jets placed offensive lineman Cam Clark on injured reserve as they made four roster moves to get down to the maximum 85 playersAUGUST 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jets' backfield bunch gives offense playmaking possibilities
Robert Saleh looks at the New York Jets’ running backs and sees so many possibilitiesAUGUST 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jets Training Camp Highlights (8/5) ' La'Mical Perine & Austin Walter Break Long Runs, Michael Carter Turns on the Jets for a TD, Marcus Maye Pass Breakup & More See Top Plays from Thursday's Padded Practice at 1 Jets Drive
AUGUST 5, 2021 • NEWYORKJETS.COM
Jets RB Tevin Coleman healthy with 'a lot left in my tank'
New York Jets running back Tevin Coleman is feeling healthy again and confident as ever after a down season last year with San FranciscoJUNE 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jets claim RB Walter from 49ers, cut RB Guerriero
The New York Jets claimed running back Austin Walter off waivers from the San Francisco 49ers and waived running back Pete GuerrieroMAY 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Claimed by Jets The Jets claimed Walter on Thursday.
Impact Walter, who was waived by San Francisco earlier this week, rejoins coach Robert Saleh and offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur in New York. His familiarity with the scheme could increase Walter's chances of earning a depth role with the Jets.
MAY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Departs San Francisco The 49ers waived Walter on Wednesday.
Impact Walter had one carry for three yards and secured his lone target for 27 yards in four appearances last season. Back in 2019, he suited up for a single game for the Giants.
MAY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
49ers sign backup QB Josh Rosen to 1-year extension
The San Francisco 49ers have signed backup quarterback Josh Rosen and running back Austin Walter to one-year extensionsFEBRUARY 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Inks one-year deal Walter signed a one-year contract with the 49ers on Monday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Walter was set to be an exclusive-rights free agent in March, but he's locked down security for the 2021 campaign. The 24-year-old suited up in four games with the Niners last year, rushing once for three yards and catching his lone target for 27 yards.
FEBRUARY 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
