Glenn Naughton
Here’s why the Jets Shouldn’t be so Quick to cut Ties With Darron Lee
When the Jets came to terms with free agent linebacker CJ Mosley during the league’s legal tampering period, it was assumed that the team was fully prepared to move on from former first round draft pick Darron Lee. Lee did some good things in 2018 but finished the year on a four-game suspension for violating… Read more
Jets Bring Catanzaro Back to Handle Kicking Duties
After allowing Jason Myers to depart via free agency, the Jets are turning to a familiar face to handle kicking duties this season in Chandler Catanzaro. https://twitter.com/NYJetsPR/status/1106540628144541698 After a strong 2017, Catanzaro left for sunny Tampa Bay and Carolina, saying he wanted to kick in warm weather. So much for that. Here is an update… Read more
Jets add Corner Brian Poole to Bolster Secondary
Continuing to round out their roster, the Jets have come to terms with cornerback Brian Poole, formerly of the Atlanta Falcons. The 26 year old Poole was an undrafted free agent in 2016 out of Florida. He is 5’10” and is listed at 205 lbs. https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1106347559176540161 Andy Vasquez provides a little more insight into Poole… Read more
McLendon set to Return With Gang Green
After getting Henry Anderson re-signed the other day, the Jets have now announced the return of fellow defensive lineman Steve McLendon. https://twitter.com/AceFan23/status/1106208852008202240 The always underrated McLendon is a respected leader in the locker room and a player who has performed well since his arrival from Pittsburgh as a free agent three seasons ago… Read more
Jets Flush Crowell
Having added free agent prize Le’Veon Bell earlier this week, it should come as no surprise that the Jets are cutting ties with running back Isaiah Crowell. https://twitter.com/RichCimini/status/1106194749583773696 The Jets announced the move on their official twitter account. The move will free up $3 million in cap space while saddling the team with a dead… Read more
Expanded Role for Darryl Roberts in 2019?
News of the Jets retaining cornerback Darryl Roberts earlier this week came as little surprise to Jets fans as the 3-year veteran was enjoying his best season as a pro before former head coach Todd Bowles moved him over to play safety in the second half of the season. What may have come as a… Read more
CB Brian Poole Visits Jets, Leaves Without Deal
The Jets reportedly hosted former Atlanta Falcons slot cornerback Brian Poole yesterday, this according to Josina Anderson. https://twitter.com/JosinaAnderson/status/1105934508375924736 Poole, a slot corner for the Atlanta Falcons left Florham Park without a deal and is expected to visit the Bengals next… Read more
Jets Retain LB Neville Hewitt With 1-year Deal
The Jets have retained another one of their own players from the 2018 season by re-signing inside linebacker Neville Hewitt. https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/1105959707443953665 Hewitt is likely to be used as a sub package player in Gregg Williams’ defense and could see increased reps from last season if linebacker Darron Lee is jettisoned following the addition of pro… Read more
Bell Highlights Long List of Jets Moves; Quick Recap and What’s Next
The NFL’s legal tampering period is just about over and as long as nobody (else) backs out, the team will have put together an impressive list of additions with more on the way in the coming days, weeks and possibly months. Not all of the names are new to the Jets, but each of the… Read more
Maye’s Health Becomes key Factor for Jets Defense in 2019 and Beyond
So Jets fans woke up to the news of the addition of another big time player in free agency as Mike Maccagnan and company have reportedly agreed to terms with former Baltimore Ravens linebacker CJ Mosley. This, after the team agreed with former Vikings linebacker Anthony Barr to man the edge in Gregg Williams’ defense… Read more
Schefter: Anthony Barr Intends to Sign with the NY Jets
Continuing to upgrade their roster, the Jets have reportedly come to terms with former Minnesota Vikings linebacker Anthony Barr. The 26 year old Barr played at UCLA and he was drafted in the first round (9th overall) in the 2014 draft. https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1105278749401075714 A four-time Pro Bowler, Barr should be an excellent addition to Gregg Williams’ defense… Read more
Orlovsky: Jets got “best inside WR in FA class”
The Jets have agreed to terms on a deal with slot receiver Jamison Crowder on a 3-year deal worth roughly $9 million per season and former NFL QB and current analyst Dan Orlovsky is a fan of the deal. https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1105205830658523136 https://twitter.com/danorlovsky7/status/1105206720266203138 Orlovsky praised Crowder’s ability to communicate with his quarterback which should bode well for… Read more