Jet News

Late Friday night New York Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum addressed the media regarding the team’s third round pick.  Here is the transcript courtesy of the Jets. Opening Statement… MIKE TANNENBAUM: I just want to recap the day and go over what we accomplished. The first guy (played) just one year of college football but… Read more

Late Friday night Kenrick Ellis, the New York Jets third round pick, addressed the media.  Here is the transcript courtesy of the Jets. On general thoughts on being drafted by the Jets… I’m just happy to be a Jet. On being a third round pick… I was kind of surprised. I was hoping and praying… Read more

The New York Jets selected defensive tackle Kenrick Ellis (Hampton) with the 94th pick in the 2011 draft.  Ellis, who comes in at 6’5, 340 pounds , should add some depth to the defensive line position for the Jets. From NFLDraftScout.com Pass rush: Might not put up huge sack numbers as quarterbacks will be aware… Read more

With the 30th pick in the 2011 NFL draft the New York Jets have selected defensive tackle Muhammad Wilkerson (Temple).  Wilkerson, who is from Linden, New Jersey, should provide the Jets with a powerful presence in the middle of their defensive line which will free up linebackers David Harris and Bart Scott. Analysis from NFLDraftScout.com… Read more

Draft day has finally arrived as the proceedings begin Thursday night at 8pm EST.  The New York Jets enter the 2011 draft with several needs, the most glaring being a pass rusher that can disrupt the opposing team’s offense.  Gang Green will also look to address the defensive line, secondary, and wide receiver position as… Read more

Well day two of the post-lockout world is here and the New York Jets still will not let their players work out at the facility in Florham Park. Think about that for a minute.  The players show up with the intention of talking to coaches, lifting weights and getting stronger.  They are not allowed to… Read more

Rex Ryan’s new book, “Play Like You Mean It”, will hit stores on May 3rd.  EMG and Double Day (Random House) have provided us with: 5 free copies of the book A football signed by Rex Ryan We are going to give them to you, just drop us a line in this thread and tell… Read more

New York Jets head coach Rex Ryan is back in the headlines, but don’t worry Jets fans it has nothing to do with fetish videos or mixed martial arts events in Miami.  The spotlight is back on Ryan after some excerpts from his book “Play Like You Mean It: Passion, Laughs, and Leadership in the… Read more

After the New York Jets beat the New England Patriots in the playoffs earlier this year, Bart Scott made headlines with his tagline, “Can’t Wait”. Apparently Bart Scott practices what he preaches and he really can’t wait.  The NFL lockout was lifted last night and Bart Scott, along with 5 other Jets, showed up at… Read more

Could it be over?  Keep your fingers crossed but there may be some good news on the horizon.   Earlier today Judge Susan Nelson Monday granted an injunction to lift the NFL lockout.   From NFL.com: Nelson has decided not to stay the decision, which could force the league to open for business immediately. The league swiftly… Read more

On Thursday New York Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum and his scouting department addressed the media regarding the upcoming NFL draft.  Here is the transcript courtesy of the Jets. Opening Statement… MIKE TANNENBAUM: Welcome and thanks everybody for coming. Before we get started, I want to publicly acknowledge a good friend we lost, Gary Wichard… Read more