Glenn Naughton
Johnson Hits Century Mark
When the New York Jets announced the signing of free agent running back Chris Johnson this past off-season, fans had tempered expectations regarding what he might bring to an offense that has lacked a home run threat for so many years. The predominant reaction among Jets fans seemed to be one of cautious optimism. After all, reports… Read more
Williams Continues to Impress
As much as NFL fans enjoy watching their early season prognostications unfold exactly as they predicted to give themselves a well-earned pat on the back, it’s never fun when you’re right about a doom and gloom scenario that painfully plays out as you saw it regarding your favorite team. For many New York Jets fans… Read more
Rex’s Metlife Mutiny
In discussing his team’s embarrassing 38-3 loss at the hands of the Buffalo Bills one week ago, New York Jets Head Coach Rex Ryan remarked that unless something drastic happened, he would remain in his position for the final five weeks of the season. One has to wonder if a mutiny on national television would… Read more
Jets Release Antwan Barnes, Add TE Pantale
https://twitter.com/nyjets/status/539466260934053889 With the expectation of increased reps for rookie OLB’s Ik Inemkpali and Trevor Reilly, the Jets have parted ways with OLB Antwan Barnes and promoted TE Chris Pantale from the practice squad. Pantale, a Boston College product may see some playing time with rookie TE Jace Amaro sidelined with a concussion, or it could mean… Read more
What is Woody Thinking?
Speculation regarding what will likely be the firing of Head Coach Rex Ryan, and the possible dumping of second-year General Manager John Idzik has reached what seems to be an all-time high. Many Jets fans and beat writers have already moved on in their collective minds as Rex’s ouster is all but certain at this point. … Read more
Jets Draft Position Takes Center Stage
As Rex Ryan and the Jets prepare for a prime time showdown against the division rival Miami Dolphins on Monday night, many Jets fans will undoubtedly be arm in arm with the Miami faithful in rooting for the South Florida Fish, but for much different reasons. Fins fans will be hoping for a playoff berth… Read more
JetNation.com Talks “Monday Night Miracle” with Marcus Coleman
By Glenn Naughton When the New York Jets take on the Miami Dolphins this Monday night, it will only be meaningful for one of the two teams as the Jets look to avoid another embarrassing loss following the 38-3 blowout they suffered at the hands of the Buffalo Bills last Monday. For the Dolphins, who… Read more
Jets Marred by Uncertainty
Rex Ryan said it himself after last nights 38-3 embarrassment against the Buffalo Bills in Detroit, “Unless it changes drastically, I will be the head coach here for the next five weeks” were the words spoken by Ryan. He knows that no matter what, based on the effort, or lack thereof, put forth by his… Read more
Jets’ Coples Should be in a Hurry to Make More Plays
With just over half of his third NFL season in the books, New York Jets outside linebacker Quinton Coples continues to baffle Jets coaches and their fans. He continues to come up short of fulfilling the expectations that were heaped upon him when he was taken with the sixteenth pick of the 2011 NFL draft… Read more
JetNation.com Interviews Jets Safety Jaiquawn Jarrett
Glenn Naughton of JetNation.com had the opportunity to take part in a blogger conference call with Jets safety Jaiquawn Jarrett. Jarrett discussed a variety of topics including the team’s most recent win against the Pittsburgh Steelers and preparing for the Buffalo Bills. Below is a transcript of the JetNation.com portion of the interview. As always… Read more
Could Jets’ Losing Season Rob Trio of Pro-Bowl Recognition?
By Glenn Naughton Mired in a lost season with a last place 2-8 record, it’s hard to imagine that the New York Jets have had any players who have performed well enough to earn any real Pro-Bowl consideration. That’s what happens when you’re on pace for a three or four win season with an… Read more
Aboushi Could Shorten Jets Wish List
When New York Jets starting LG Brian Winters suffered a season ending torn ACL in the team’s week six loss to the Denver Broncos, it created an opportunity for fellow second year player Oday Aboushi. Some fans were already calling for Aboushi before the injury occurred as a result of Winters’ sub par performance. After starting… Read more