Dalvin Cook is kicking off the new year as a free agent.

The four-time Pro Bowl running back and the Jets “have mutually agreed to part ways,” <a href="https://twitter.com/TomPelissero/status/1742266528605589969" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported Tuesday</a>, less than six months after he signed a one-year deal with the team.

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The move will provide Cook “the opportunity to play for a playoff team,” per his agency, Pelissero reported.

The 28-year-old Cook appeared in 14 games with the Jets, rushing for 214 yards while tallying 15 receptions for 87 yards.

<em>This story is developing, please check back for updates.</em>

The Pro Bowl running back signed a one-year deal with the Jets in August.{ai:summary}<p>Dalvin Cook, a free agent, and the Jets have agreed to part ways. Cook now has the chance to join a playoff team. #sports</p>

Dalvin Cook splitting with Jets for playoff chance

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