The Jets announced the signing of safety J.J. Wilcox and waived linebacker Freddie Bishop on Wednesday.
Wilcox’s signing comes after the revelation that backup safety/special teams ace Rontez Miles will miss three to four months after undergoing surgery for a torn meniscus, according to a source. The source said Miles is expected back at some point during the 2018 season.
The Jets were searching for a backup safety who could play special teams after Miles’ injury. Free agent safety Kenny Vaccaro spoke with Jets’ officials about signing, but nothing was finalized. Wilcox, who spent last season with the Steelers, was about to sign a deal with the 49ers.