Training camp and the preseason are over for the Jets. But before they fully turn their attention toward their Week 1 opponent, the Steelers and former quarterback Aaron Rodgers, there’s a bit more work to be done for new coach Aaron Glenn and GM Darren Mougey: trimming the roster from 90 down to 53 men.

Glenn complimented Phillips' talents but noted his character as well. "First off, I'll say he's one of us. His mentality, the character, on & off the field. He's a damn good run stopper. Everything about him fits who we are," Glenn said.

The New York Jets had a need at defensive tackle and struck gold by landing a potential starter for a minimal cost. New York sent two sixth-round picks to the M