The Jets reworked WR Allen Lazard’s contract.

Fantasy Impact

The move opens $8.5 million in cap space this year for the Jets. After really struggling two years ago, Lazard showed some flashes last year but he'll be playing with Justin Fields instead of Aaron Rodgers now. He'll remain off the fantasy radar.

The Jets have given WR Allen Lazard permission to seek a trade, per team sources. Signed in 2023 as part of the Aaron Rodgers package, Lazard has two years left on his contract but managed just 37 catches across 12 games in 2024. The 29-year-old’s stock has faded since his career-high 2022 season in Green Bay, and his next move could hinge on Rodgers’ plans—potentially reuniting with the QB if Rodgers lands elsewhere. For now, Lazard’s camp is gauging interest from other teams ahead of the offseason.

Fantasy Impact

Lazard’s 2024 output—37 grabs in 12 games—left fantasy managers cold, a far cry from his 2022 peak. His Jets tenure flopped, and a trade might not revive his value unless he follows Rodgers to a pass-heavy system. At 29, he’s a depth piece at best, not a lineup lock—think WR4 or waiver fodder in standard leagues. Dynasty owners can hold if Rodgers pulls strings, but don’t bank on a big role wherever he lands. Watch free agency for his next stop.

The Jets are not expected to bring WR Allen Lazard back.

Fantasy Impact

Lazard signed a four-year, $44 million contract a couple seasons ago in 2023. He wanted to reunite with Aaron Rodgers, but it didn't work out for either side. Lazard will likely be a cap casualty this offseason.

Allen Lazard caught his lone target for 18 yards in the Jets 32-26 loss to the Dolphins.

Fantasy Impact

Lazard was returning from a chest injury that landed him on injured reserve in mid-October. The veteran will continue to be worked back into the fold in Week 15 against Jacksonville. Fantasy managers should feel comfortable leaving him out of their lineups.

Allen Lazard (chest) has been activated from injured reserve and will be available for the game against the Dolphins on Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Lazard's return should provide a boost to a Jets' passing game that has struggled at times this season. He is expected to immediately slot in as the team's WR3 behind Garrett Wilson and Davante Adams. While Lazard may not be a high-priority fantasy option in most leagues, his presence should help open up the field for other Jets receivers and improve the overall efficiency of the passing game, which is good news for quarterback Aaron Rodgers.