New York Jets News: 03/18/12

By Phil Sullivan Posted On March 18, 2012

Here is some news about the Jets defense that most Jets fans will be happy to hear. Rich Cimini says that a pass rusher is the # 1 item on Jets draft wish list.

If the Jets sign a veteran safety in free agency — Reggie Nelson? — it will give them more flexibility in the draft. The No. 1 item on their wish list is pass rusher. Rex Ryan has told friends he absolutely wants to add a blue-chip rusher to his defense, sources said. They really like Courtney Upshaw (Alabama), Melvin Ingram (South Carolina) and Andre Branch (Clemson). This is a must-get for the Jets, who have ignored the pass rush for too long.

Some other items of note:

There is still no official word on the offer that the Jets made to free agent safety Reggie Nelson. But Bassett has an update on the situation on TJB.
Free agent safety LaRon Landry will be visiting with the Jets today, as per NJ.com.
The New England Patriots have signed WR Brandon Lloyd. Bent from TJB breaks down the last meeting between Lloyd and Antonio Cromartie.

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Phil Sullivan

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