Jets sign running back and return specialist Tarik Cohen, who last played in the NFL in 2020
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Jets sign running back and return specialist Tarik Cohen, who last played in the NFL in 2020

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FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — The New York Jets on Wednesday signed former Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen, who last played in the NFL in 2020 because of injuries. During the 2022 offseason, Cohen tore an Achilles tendon — similar to the injury suffered by Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers in last year’s season opener — and missed that entire season. A guy like him, he’s still young and obviously coming off his injuries, but we’re excited to have him aboard.” Saleh said second-year wide receiver Xavier Gipson will have “first dibs” on return duties, but Cohen’s addition gives the Jets more options and depth. “He’s a playmaker.” The Jets waived undrafted rookie running back Markese Stepp to make room on the roster for Cohen.

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Tarik Cohen informs Jets that he’s ending his comeback and retiring from playing
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Tarik Cohen informs Jets that he’s ending his comeback and retiring from playing

Associated Press  

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Running back and return specialist Tarik Cohen has informed the New York Jets he’s ending his comeback bid and will retire from playing football. The surprising move Thursday came two days after the 29-year-old Cohen told reporters he felt healthy and was looking forward to playing after not appearing in a regular-season game since 2020 because …

Jets running back Tarik Cohen’s comeback began with an unflattering photo: ‘I let myself get fat’
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Jets running back Tarik Cohen’s comeback began with an unflattering photo: ‘I let myself get fat’

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FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — A photo was all Tarik Cohen needed to get his body — and his NFL comeback — back in gear. “I let myself get fat,” Cohen said Tuesday after practice. “It definitely crept into my mind,” he said, “that you’re never going to play again.” But after recovering and getting his body back into shape, Cohen …

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