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New York Jets TE Austin Seferian-Jenkins rejected $8 million deal

By The Sports Xchange
New York Jets tight end Austin Seferian-Jenkins (88) catches a ball in the end zone but is called for offensive pass interference, taking away the touchdown reception in the first half against the Buffalo Bills on November 2, 2017 in week 9 of the NFL season at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI
New York Jets tight end Austin Seferian-Jenkins (88) catches a ball in the end zone but is called for offensive pass interference, taking away the touchdown reception in the first half against the Buffalo Bills on November 2, 2017 in week 9 of the NFL season at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo

New York Jets tight end Austin Seferian-Jenkins recently turned down a two-year, $8 million contract and plans to become a free agent, SNY-TV reported.

According to the report, the Jets' offer to Seferian-Jenkins did not include enough guarantees or total value to entice him to sign. However, the two sides could still work out a deal.

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If not, Seferian-Jenkins can become an unrestricted free agent on March 14 and sign with another team.

Seferian-Jenkins had career highs in receptions (50) and receiving yards (357) in 13 games (10 starts) last year.

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