... departure of rookie Matt Quillen, the Miami Dolphins have signed former New York Jets tight end Joe Kowalewski to a contract.

Background

A Syracuse, N.Y. native, Kowalewski played for his hometown Syracuse Orangemen in college. Originally a defensive end and linebacker, Kowalewski was moved to tight end for the 2002 season and finished his collegiate career with 33 catches for 441 yards and three touchdowns.

After going undrafted in the 2006 NFL Draft, Kowalewski received tryout offers from the Miami Dolphins and New York Jets. He opted for the Jets, and was eventually signed by the team on May 15.

After spending his entire rookie season on the Jets' practice squad, Kowalewski made the ...

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