Makes two catches Friday

Walford opened the preseason by hauling in both of his targets for 27 yards in Friday's 17-0 win over Atlanta.

Analysis: Walford didn't get many chances to shine, but he was effective when called upon. The former Raider remains in the mix in New York's wide open tight end competition, though his plausible range of outcomes includes everything from a major role to not making the roster at all.

Darryl Slater of NJ.com views Walford as a candidate to be omitted from the Jets' final 53-man roster this fall.

Analysis: Plenty can happen between now and cut-downs, but Walford isn't guaranteed anything with the Jets despite the void at tight end created by the departure of Austin Seferian-Jenkins. Jordan Leggett (knee) and Chris Herndon (knee) are currently the co-favorites to to land the starting job.

Walford could be in jeopardy of losing his job, Andy Vasquez of northjersey.com reports.

Analysis: Walford has a slight edge over recent draftee Chris Herndon and Eric Tomlinson for the starting tight end spot in New York. Jordan Leggett could also rise in the ranks should he impress during training camp, but for the time being it looks like this could be a three-man race. Walford's experience could be a key factor during the evaluation process, but Herndon seems likely to put up a good fight, especially if the Jets place a large emphasis of their evaluation on receiving skills.

The Jets claimed Walford off waivers Monday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

Analysis: Taking advantage of a modest role in the Raiders offense, the 2015 third-round selection accounted for 61 catches (on 102 targets) for 688 yards and six touchdowns in his first two pro seasons. Upon the arrival of Jared Cook last year, though, Walford's usage dwindled to 12.8 percent of the offensive snaps, which translated to just nine receptions for 80 yards and no TDs in 2017. Walford's new reality could result in a rebound due to the dearth of talent at TE with the Jets. With Austin…read more

The Raiders are releasing Walford (concussion, neck), Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Analysis: A 2015 third-round pick, Walford caught 61 of 103 targets for 688 yards and six scores over his first two seasons, but then had just nine receptions in 13 games last year before landing on injured reserve due to a concussion. The transaction suggests he passed a physical, and he should find an opportunity to compete for a backup job elsewhere. Jared Cook is locked in as the top tight end in Oakland.

Walford (concussion, neck) was placed on injured reserve by the Raiders on Saturday, Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Analysis: Walford had yet to practice since sustaining the concussion in Week 14, so this move isn't overly surprising as the regular season draws to a close. Pharaoh Brown has joined the 53-man roster from the practice squad and should serve as the Raiders' No. 3 tight end.

Walford (concussion) did not participate at the Raiders practice Friday.

Analysis: Walford has not practiced since sustaining the concussion against the Chiefs in Week 14. The 26-year doesn't seem likely to be available against the Eagles on Monday even with a return to practice Saturday, given his lack of practice reps over the last two weeks.

Walford (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Walford suffered a concussion in Sunday's loss to the Chiefs and didn't practice this week. The 26-year-old will hope to clear the concussion protocol and make a return to action Week 16 against the Eagles.

Walford (concussion) did not practice Wednesday.

Analysis: Walford was diagnosed with a concussion following Week 14's game against the Chiefs. He will need to clear the league's concussion protocol before being declared active for Sunday's game against the Cowboys. If Walford suits up, he will be listed as the third tight end on Oakland's roster.

Walford was diagnosed with a concussion after Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Analysis: Walford is listed as the No. 3 tight end in Oakland, but he posted four receptions and 57 yards against the Giants in Week 13. The third-year pro will have to clear the league's concussion protocol before he can get back on the game field.