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New York Jets news and notes
1) Smith wins Player of the Week honors- On Wednesday the NFL announced that Brad Smith was named the AFC Special Teams Player of the Week. Smith had an outstanding game against the Cincinnati Bengals on Thanksgiving night which included the following accomplishments: * Smith totaled 200 yards (122 kickoff return, 55 rushing, 23 receiving)… Read more
Breaking down the numbers: Jets vs. Patriots – Part 2 Defense
As the Jets/Patriots showdown moves one day closer lets take a look at how the teams rank defensively. Total Yards allowed per game NYJ (3rd) – 296 yards per game NE (31st)– 399 yards per game Passing Yards allowed per game NYJ (12th) – 210 yards per game NE (32nd) – 288 yards per game… Read more
Breaking down the numbers: Jets vs. Pats Part 1 Offense
The Jets are less than a week away from their prime time showdown with the New England Patriots. Lets take a look at how these two AFC powerhouses rank offensively in the NFL. Yards per game NE (13th)- 349 yards per game NYJ (11th)- 361 yards per game Points per game NE (1st) –30.4 points… Read more
Quick look at the AFC Playoff picture
Now that the hype has begun for the battle between the Jets and the Patriots next Monday night (Dec. 6th), lets take a look at the AFC Playoff picture. Division Leaders 1. New York Jets 9-2 East 2. Baltimore Ravens 8-3 North 3. Kansas City Chiefs 7-4 West 4. Jacksonville Jaguars 6-5 South Wild Card… Read more
Curtis Martin semi-finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame
On Sunday the National Football League announced that running back Curtis Martin was one of 26 semi-finalists being considered for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s 2011 class. Martin, who played for the Jets from 1998-2005, will have some tough competition as running backs Marshall Faulk, Terrell Davis, Roger Craig, and Jerome Bettis were also… Read more
Notes from the Jets 26-10 victory over the Bengals
On Thanksgiving night the New York Jets beat the Cincinnati Bengals 26-10 at the New Meadowlands Stadium. The victory, which is the Jets fourth in a row, moves Gang Green to 9-2 on the season and keeps them in first place in the AFC East. Here are some notes from the game. Smith explodes- Brad… Read more
Wayne Chrebet Interview: Take It To The House
We had an interview opportunity with Wayne Chrebet this week. Chrebet is working with Procter & Gamble (P&G) in support of its official NFL sponsorship, “Take it to the House” and the Connecticut-area semi-finalist in the program’s photo contest. Richard Geremia Jr. of Northford, CT has been selected as the third photo contest semi-finalist in… Read more
New York Jets news and notes
1) Woody’s status uncertain- On Monday New York Jets offensive lineman Damien Woody went for an MRI on his injured right MCL. Damien’s status for Thursday’s game remains uncertain with Wayne Hunter ready to step in if Woody cannot go. Hunter struggled in pass protection against the Texans, but the Jets definitely did not do… Read more
Sanchez shines as Jets beat Texans 30-27
The cardiac kids were back at it again as the New York Jets had to rally late in the fourth quarter to beat the Houston Texans 30-27. The New York Jets (8-2) are now winners of three in a row and remain in first place in the AFC East. Here are some notes from the… Read more
Joe Namath Looks at the Jets \ Texans Game
Broadway Joe Namath did an excellent job breaking down the New York Jets \ Houston Texans match up. Here is the full video which is worth watching: Joe Namath… Read more
New York Jets waive DT Gilbert
On Thursday the New York Jets announced that they have waived defensive tackle Jarron Gilbert. Gilbert (DT/6-5/285/San Jose State/New Orleans, LA) was signed to the Jets active roster on October 27, 2010, after initially signing to the Jets practice squad on September 7, 2010. The Jets are reportedly signing wide receiver Patrick Turner from the… Read more
New York Jets news and notes
1) Sanchez ready to play- As expected quarterback Mark Sanchez practiced on Wednesday and is expected to play on Sunday versus the Houston Texans. Sanchez injured his right calf in the game last Sunday, but no MRI was needed just some treatment. 2) Cotchery likely out- Even though the Jets refuse to rule out wide… Read more