Suspended Jets cornerback Dimitiri Patterson seems to be trying to get himself cut. Patterson, via his own press release to ESPN.com, called allegations of him being missing for 48-hours by the Jets false.
“As it relates to my whereabouts and me missing for 48 hours without being seen or heard from me or my representative is completely false,” Patterson said in a statement texted to reporters. “My agent reached out to the Jets organization multiple times several hours prior to Friday night’s game. My commitment to the Jets organization and to my teammates has never been an issue and never will be an issue.
“As it relates to the rumors about my frustration in regards to the depth chart is totally and completely false. In nine years I have never had control over the depth chart.”
Patterson was suspended for an unexcused absence. He is eligible to return Monday, when the Jets start preparations for the season opener against the Oakland Raiders.