Jets Add Former Giants Rookie Ben Barten Following Release

WHO:

newyorkjets.com - Garrison Grimes previously signed with the Jets as an undrafted free agent.

Heavy NFL - Ben Barten, rookie defensive lineman, was signed by the New York Jets.

newyorkjets.com - Garrison Grimes, long snapper, was waived by the New York Jets.

WHAT:

newyorkjets.com - Garrison Grimes was a semifinalist for the Patrick Mannelly award given to the nation's best long snapper.

Heavy NFL - The New York Jets signed Ben Barten following his release from the New York Giants.

newyorkjets.com - Ben Barten is 6 feet 5 inches tall and weighs 324 pounds. He played 360 snaps on defense in 2025, recording 24 tackles, including 2.5 tackles for loss (TFLs) and one sack.

newyorkjets.com - Garrison Grimes played in 45 games during his collegiate career and earned AFCA Second-Team All-America honors in 2025.

WHERE:

Heavy NFL - The New York Jets are based in New York.

newyorkjets.com - Ben Barten was previously with the New York Giants.

WHEN:

newyorkjets.com - Ben Barten was waived by the New York Giants earlier this week.

WHY:

newyorkjets.com - The Jets signed Ben Barten to strengthen their defensive line after waiving Garrison Grimes.

HOW:

newyorkjets.com - Garrison Grimes spent his final collegiate season at BYU after three years at Baylor.

newyorkjets.com - The Jets signed Ben Barten as an undrafted free agent out of Wisconsin.

Garrison Grimes, who previously signed with the Jets as an undrafted free agent, was a semifinalist for the prestigious Patrick Mannelly award, which honors the nation's best long snapper. He spent his final collegiate season at BYU after transferring from Baylor, where he played for three years. Grimes' journey reflects his dedication and talent as he makes his mark in the NFL.