The team informed star cornerback Darrelle Revis on Tuesday that they are releasing him, ending his second tenure with the Jets — a two-year run that was marked by a stunning slip in play because of injuries and age.
Revis, 31, was scheduled to make $15 million, including a $2 million roster bonus, next season.
The move, which was expected, makes Revis a free agent while also clearing about $9.3 million on the salary cap.
Revis is facing four felony counts, including aggravated assault and other charges alleging he was in a fight with two men on Feb. 12 in Pittsburgh. A pre-trial hearing will be held on March 15.
A source with direct knowledge of the decision said Revis’ legal issues didn’t play a factor. Revis’ time with the Jets had long been assumed to be over because of his decline in play and the hefty contract.
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