:pencil:Javon Kinlaw signs a one-year deal with the New York Jets.
:muscle:He reunites with Robert Salah, the 49ers' former defensive coordinator.
:ambulance:Kinlaw had a tumultuous career with the 49ers due to health issues.
:chart_with_upwards_trend:He had a breakout year in 2021, playing in all 17 regular season games and every postseason game.
:handshake:Fans have mixed feelings about his departure, with some hoping he would stay with the 49ers.
Why did the 49ers not pick up Javon Kinlaw's fifth-year option?
—The 49ers opted not to pick up Kinlaw's fifth-year option due to concerns about his ability to stay healthy.
How did Javon Kinlaw perform in 2021?
—Kinlaw had a breakout year in 2021, playing in all 17 regular season games and every postseason game. He had three and a half sacks and 25 tackles.
Why did Javon Kinlaw sign a one-year deal with the Jets?
—Kinlaw signed a one-year deal with the Jets to prove himself and potentially secure a multi-year deal in the future.
What are the Jets' expectations for Javon Kinlaw?
—The Jets see Kinlaw as an ascending player with the potential for a great career. They expect him to contribute to their defense and make an impact.
How do fans feel about Javon Kinlaw's departure from the 49ers?
—Fans have mixed feelings about Kinlaw's departure, with some understanding the business decision but wishing he would have stayed with the 49ers.
00:00Breaking news: Javon Kinlaw signs a one-year deal with the New York Jets.
00:13Kinlaw had a tumultuous career with the 49ers due to health issues.
00:27He reunites with Robert Salah, the 49ers' former defensive coordinator, who was on staff when the 49ers traded DeForest Buckner to pick Kinlaw.
00:49In 2021, Kinlaw had a breakout year, playing in all 17 regular season games and every postseason game.
01:19The 49ers opted not to pick up Kinlaw's fifth-year option, making him a free agent.
02:21Kinlaw signed a one-year deal with the Jets to prove himself and potentially secure a multi-year deal in the future.
03:39Fans have mixed feelings about Kinlaw's departure, with some understanding the business decision but wishing he would have stayed with the 49ers.
08:11Fans can share their thoughts on Kinlaw's departure in the comments section.
