The New York Jets will release David Harris in a surprising move.

The Jets evidently felt Harris, 33, was expendable after reacquiring linebacker Demario Davis last week in a trade with the Cleveland Browns. They acquired Davis in a deal that sent disgruntled safety Calvin Pryor to the Browns.

Harris was due to make a $6.5 million in non-guaranteed salary this season, the final year of a three-year contract. 

The Jets are in the middle of a major rebuilding movement.