Jets sign Ben Barten following Giants release, waive Garrison Grimes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 10:16 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The New York Jets have signed rookie defensive lineman Ben Barten, who was previously waived by the New York Giants. In a corresponding move, the Jets released long snapper Garrison Grimes, who was competing against Thomas Hennessy for the long snapping position. Barten, an undrafted free agent out of Wisconsin, played 360 snaps last season, recording 24 tackles. The Jets made the announcement on August 1, amidst their training camp activities.
- •Ben Barten was recently waived by the Giants.
- •Garrison Grimes was released after a short stint with the Jets.
- •Barten recorded a career-high 24 tackles in 2025.
- •Thomas Hennessy remains the longest-tenured player on the Jets.
- •The Jets announced this roster change on August 1.
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