We have released RB Bernard Pierce from IR.
— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 20, 2016Pierce, a 6’0”, 230-pounder from Temple, signed with the club on July 27 and was later placed on injured reserve after being slowed by a hamstring injury. He appeared in seven games last season with the Jacksonville Jaguars after spending his first three pro seasons with the Baltimore Ravens. Pierce has rushed for 1,345 yards and 5 TDs on his 359 career attempts.