The New York Jets have waived rookie FB Brannan Southerland. The announcement was made by Jets General Manager Mike Tannenbaum.

Southerland (Georgia/Dacula, GA/6-0/244), originally signed as an undrafted free agent on May 1, was a blocking fullback for Georgia. He finished his college career with 171 yards and 17 touchdowns, and 35 catches for 289 yards with six touchdowns.