Glenn Naughton
Jarrett’s Performance Puts Rex, Jets in a Bind
Following Sunday’s victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers, Jets fans were gushing over the breakout performance of FS Jaiquawn Jarrett who turned in what was arguably the best effort of any Jets defender this season. Against Ben Roethlisberger and the Steelers, Jarrett had 10 tackles, 2 interceptions, a sack, and a fumble recovery. His total impact plays on… Read more
JetNation.com Interviews Former New York Jet Ray Mickens
By Glenn Naughton Glenn Naughton of JetNation.com had the opportunity to speak with former New York Jets cornerback and fan favorite, Ray Mickens. A standout player from high school, through college and eventually the NFL, Mickens donned the green and white for nine seasons from 1996-2003. He made a name for himself as one of the… Read more
For New York Jets GM’s, Quantity Rarely Means Quality
By Glenn Naughton Of all the criticisms being hurled at current New York Jets General Manager John Idzik, much of it is rooted in what little production fans have seen from this years twelve-pick draft class. Highlighted by first round selection, safety Calvin Pryor and second round tight end Jace Amaro, there are legitimate concerns… Read more
Jets GM Offers Little Hope In Mid-Season Press Conference
NY Jets General Manager John Idzik addressed the media yesterday at the mid-way point of a lost season. It’s not even Halloween yet, and already the Jets sit helplessly out of the playoff hunt at 1-7, and largely insignificant. If Jets fans are expected to believe what Idzik was saying, and even more importantly, to… Read more
Rex, Jets Stick With Vick
After much speculation as to who the New York Jets would start at Quarterback against the Kansas City Chief at Arrowhead Stadium this Sunday, Head Coach Rex Ryan announced today that the team would give veteran Michael Vick his first start as a Jet. While fans seem to be torn between Vick, Geno Smith, Matt… Read more
Jets Hope to Fuel Turnaround by Forcing Turnovers
By Glenn Naughton Any NFL team that opens their season with a win and follows it up with six consecutive defeats is bound to face its share of questions and criticism. When you examine the 2014 New York Jets up to this point and the multitude of issues they’ve had to contend with, one that jumps… Read more
Idzik Moves Should Receive Some Praise
By Glenn Naughton Yesterday the Jets announced the re-signing of wide receiver Jeremy Kerley to a four-year contract extension worth $16 million dollars with just over $5 million guaranteed. This of course comes less than a week after General Manager John Idzik pulled off a stunning move by trading for controversial Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Percy Harvin… Read more
Jeremy Kerley Signs 4 Year Contract Extension
Adam Schefter and multiple media outlets are reporting that the Jets and Wide Receiver Jeremy Kerley are close to finalizing a four year contract extension for the four-year man out of TCU. https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/524632216044072960 Drafted in the fifth round of the 2011 draft, Kerley has been one of the few offensive skill players that the Jets… Read more
David Nelson Let Go To Make Room For Harvin
Brian Costello is reporting that the New York Jets have parted ways with WR David Nelson to make room for recently acquired WR Percy Harvin. https://twitter.com/BrianCoz/status/523461930468773888 Nelson was a pleasant surprise for the Jets last season after being signed early in the season. He appeared to build a decent rapport with QB Geno Smith hauling… Read more
Idzik Pulls Off Blockbuster Deal For Harvin, What Does It Mean?
By Glenn Naughton John Idzik and the New York Jets shocked the football world today when they made a trade to acquire veteran wide receiver Percy Harvin from the world champion Seattle Seahawks. The Jets sent a conditional mid-round pick to Seattle in exchange for their disgruntled superstar. Upon learning of the trade on my… Read more
Quincy Enunwa Charges Dropped
Dan Leberfeld is reporting that domestic violence charges against rookie WR Quincy Enunwa have been dropped. This is good news for John Idzik, or is it? https://twitter.com/jetswhispers/status/522461134159634432 With another vacancy at the WR position due to an injury sustained by Greg Salas, anything short of an immediate promotion to the 53 man roster… Read more
Salas Likely Out Against Patriots
Chris Lopresti of WFAN is reporting that Jets WR Greg Salas was spotted wearing a cast on his right forearm after today’s practice. Any blow to the Jets receiving corps is magnified by their lack of depth as they look to stop a five game losing streak. https://twitter.com/CLoprestiWFAN/status/522093563975593984 Salas has been tabbed as the No… Read more