Glenn Naughton
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
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