Henderson's (undisclosed) contract option for the 2017 season has been declined by the Jets, making him a free agent, Connor Hughes of NJ.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Henderson's release will create over $2.5 million in cap space for the Jets. After posting 45 tackles and forcing two fumbles in his 2015 return to the league, Henderson managed 21 stops in five games before being placed on the non-football injury list this past season. With Henderson out of the picture, 2016 first-rounder Darron Lee is now cemented as a starter at inside linebacker for New York.

Henderson has been placed on the Non-Football Injury list, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

It has not yet been determined why Henderson was placed on the list, but the list works like the IR, meaning the linebacker is likely done for the year. With fellow linebacker Darron Lee also out with injury, Bruce Carter figures to take on a big role against the Ravens on Sunday.

Henderson (foot) practiced in full on Wednesday, NJ.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Henderson was sidelined for the Jets' Week 3 bout against the Chiefs after missing each practice throughout the week. Now back in action, he's expected to return for Sunday's matchup with the Seahawks.

Henderson (foot) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

EDGE Analysis

Henderson suffered a sprained joint in his foot during Week 2's matchup against the Bills and isn't yet ready to return to action. Expect Darron Lee to fill Henderson's role as the Jets' starting middle linebacker opposite David Harris.

Henderson (foot) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

EDGE Analysis

Henderson was unable to practice this week but the team is still holding out hope that he can play against Kansas City. His MRI last week suggested that he should be able to play through the injury but his practice participation suggests otherwise. Look for Darron Lee to see extra time if Henderson is held out or limited.

Henderson (foot) is unlikely to practice Monday, Rich Cimini of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Henderson underwent an MRI on his foot Friday and it was revealed that he suffered a sprained joint. Reports, such as this one from Connor Hughes of NJ.com, suggest that the injury is not at all serious and he should be able to go against the Chiefs on Sunday. If, for some reason, Henderson is unable to go, expect Darron Lee to fill in at middle linebacker in his stead.

Henderson (foot) will undergo an MRI on Friday after suffering an injury during Thursday's win over the Bills, ESPN's Rich Cimini reports.

EDGE Analysis

Henderson went down early with the foot injury and was unable to play through the issue after several attempts. An update regarding his status moving forward should become available following test results, while Darron Lee figures to fill in at inside linebacker if Henderson is forced to miss an extended period of time.

Henderson was seen in a walking boot following Thursday's win over the Bills, Rich Cimini of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

The severity of Henderson's foot injury is currently unknown. It was sustained on the second play of the game. The veteran attempted to play through it, but was eventually forced out of the contest. His status will need to be monitored going forward. Darron Lee filled in at right inside linebacker in Henderson's absence.

Henderson (shoulder) practiced Sunday, Eric Allen of the Jets' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Henderson left Friday's preseason tilt versus Washington with a shoulder injury, but the ailment merely proved to be a stinger. Thus, Henderson shouldn't miss time going forward in advance of the Jets' third preseason contest Saturday against the Giants.

Henderson is doubtful to return to Friday's matchup with the Redskins due to a shoulder injury, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.

EDGE Analysis

The severity of injury is currently unknown. The veteran linebacker played his first six seasons with the Vikings before spending last season on the Jets. He projects as the team's starting right inside linebacker.