Lito Sheppard Released By Jets After One Season

Mar 04 4:15p by Chris Mottram

The Jets cut cornerback Lito Sheppard on Thursday after just one season with New York. The 28-year-old vet played in 11 games last year and was due a large roster bonus this month.

Sheppard is now a fre agent and able to sign on wherever he pleases.

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