DALLAS -- Seven weeks after the trip, Sal Alosi finally took the fall.

The New York Jets' embattled strength and conditioning coach, suspended indefinitely after tripping a Miami Dolphins player in a Dec. 12 game, resigned from his position, the Jets announced Monday night.

The parting came as no surprise. At the time of the incident, which embarrassed the organization and ultimately resulted in a $100,000 fine from the NFL, Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum indicated that Alosi could be fired.

Alosi released a statement through the team, saying in part, "After the events that have transpired, I feel it's best for my family and me to look for a fresh start."

He didn't return a call seeking comment.

Tannenbaum, in a statement, said it was Alosi's decision. A team spokesman declined to say whether Alosi received a financial settlement or whether the two sides have a confidentiality agreement.

"After speaking with Sal, he decided that it is best for him to tender his resignation at this time," Tannenbaum said. "We appreciate all of Sal's contributions during his tenure with the team. He played an invaluable role in our success and established what we feel is one of the better strength and conditioning programs in the NFL."

Alosi tripped Nolan Carroll, a gunner on the Dolphins' punt-coverage team. The following day, Alosi offered a public apology and was suspended for the remainder of the season without pay and fined $25,000. It was going to cost him a total of about $50,000.

But the controversy didn't die, as replays showed that Alosi was part of a human wall on the Jets' sideline -- a blatant attempt by him and five inactive players to deter the gunner from running near the sideline.