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David Clowney Talks OTA’s in His Latest Blog
I just got back from Cali this past weekend and started right into OTAs.
The rookies started yesterday and they all looked real good, from Mark Sanchez to Shonn Greene, even the free agent guys. There’s a lot of competition going on right now especially for the young guys.
Really...
Clemens Feels the QB Competition Remains Open
Mark Sanchez may have just signed one of the richest deals in Jets history, but that is not stopping QB Kellen Clemens from thinking that he’s in the running for the starting QB spot. The competition for being the opening day starter for the Jets is still open, and many have...
Sanchez Inks Five-Year Deal Worth Up to $50 Mil
The second big QB appears to be ready to go, as reports say that Jets first-round pick, QB Mark Sanchez is signed and sealed with a deal that will cover five years and could be worth up $60 million. “This is just the beginning,” Sanchez said Wednesday. “I’ll be working everyday...
The Jets Solution to their #1 Receiver Problem Lies in McDaniels’ Overhaul In Denver
Let me begin out by re-iterating my previous post saying that in order to achieve any real success in 2009, the New York Jets need to provide Mark Sanchez with a supporting cast. In reality, I am preparing myself
for a season where (best case) his TD-INT ratio hovers around 1-1, and...
Sporting News Q&A w/ Vernon Gholston
Vernon Gholston, the sixth player selected in the ‘08 draft, struggled mightily as a rookie. He recorded only 13 tackles—eight solo—in limited playing time. A standout at the NFL Scouting Combine a year ago with his unique combination of size, speed and strength, Gholston...
Report Says Clemens Ahead of Sanchez in QB Race
For those that feel that first-round pick Mark Sanchez should simply be given the starting job over veteran Kellen Clemens should beware. It looks as if as of now, Clemens is ahead of Sanchez in the race to be the starter for the Jets. The New York Daily News reports that Clemens looks [...]
A Show of Good Faith…now Lets Pay ‘Em
I still stand by my earlier posting that we should pay Leon Washington over Thomas Jones but it is a rare thing in the NFL to see players make the first move of “good faith.” I appreciate that as a fan.
I recall when former Jets QB Chad Pennington took a pay cut just to [...]
Jets Waive Fullabck Brannan Southerland
Scout.com reports that the Jets have released fullback Brannan Southerland:
The New York Jets have waived rookie FB Brannan Southerland, the team announced on Monday.
Southerland (Georgia/Dacula, GA/6-0/244), originally signed as an undrafted free agent on May 1, was a blocking fullback...
Leon Washington Back on the Pracitce Field for the Jets
Jets running back Leon Washington was back with the team Monday after boycotting practice the last three weeks while in a contract dispute. He was back on the field to start New York’s final week of team activities. Agent Alvin Keels wrote on his Twitter page that Washington returned...
QB Clemens a Proud Father After Wife Gives Birth to Baby Boy
Congrats to Jets QB Kellen Clemens, who is a proud papa today. Lohud.com reports that Kellen’s wife gave birth to a boy - Grant Michael:
Jets QB Kellen Clemens welcomed a baby boy today, Grant Michael, 9.8 pounds and 22 inches. That’s a big baby, but not quite ready for...
Jets WR Spot Makes List of Top 10 Unfilled Roster Hole
Football Outsiders has out their list of “The Top 10 unfilled roster holes,” and the Jets make the list with their unsettled WR spot. Here’s the story:
4. New York Jets: Wide Receiver
The Jets entered the offseason with the option of retaining outspoken veteran Laveranues...
RB Jones Shows Up to Practice; Will He Stay?
Despite being unhappy about is current contract status, Jets RB Thomas Jones showed up to be with his team on Wednesday. He’s been absent becuase the team has been unwilling to work with him on a new deal. Jones is in the third year of a four-year, $20 million contract and already has [...]
David Clowney Blogs About OTA’s
I just got back from Cali this past weekend and started right into OTAs.
The rookies started yesterday and they all looked real good, from Mark Sanchez to Shonn Greene, even the free agent guys. There’s a lot of competition going on right now especially for the young guys.
Really...
Woman Says She was Raped at Safety Rhodes’ Home
There’s drama surrounding the Jets today, as the New York Post reports that New Jersey police are investigating a woman’s claim that she was raped by two men at the home of Jets safety Kerry Rhodes. The paper reports that the woman was a Canadian tourist, and that she had...
Rhodes NOT a Main Suspect in Rape Case
The Bergen Record is reporting that safety Kerry Rhodes is NOT a main suspect in a case where a woman claims she was raped at his townhouse:
The Jets just released this statement regarding the allegations of a rape being committed at FS Kerry Rhodes’ townhouse in Morristown:...
Can Gholston Make an Impact in Year Two?
“I know one thing: He is going to be a major contributor for us.” -quote about Vernon Gholston taken from http://www.newyorkjets.com
I recall cheering the heck out of our Vernon Gholston pick just a year ago, how far we have fallen. I still believe, yes fans I said it...
Sanchez Taking Heat for GQ Photos
The New York Post reports according to Jay Feely’s Twitter page, veteran Jets had fun ribbing Mark Sanchez over his revelaing GQ photos. Feely wrote, “Should be another fun day for our boy Sanchez today … GQ photo shoot came out and he is taking heat!!!” Feely earlier...
Drew Rosenhaus Sports: Getting Paid at the Expense of Team Chemistry Since 1990
Thomas Jones’ agent, Drew Rosenhaus, has announced that his client will attend the organized team activities starting next Wednesday. What a great guy. I guess the pressure of not only the Jets’ decision
to trade up and draft Shonn Greene but also the seemingly impending...
Agent for Washington Set to Meet with Jets About Deal
PFT.com reports that the agent for Leon Washington, Alvin Keels, is set to talk to the club about a new contract for his client. Here’s the report from their site:
Jets running back Leon Washington soon could end up with the new contract he covets.
A league source tells us that agent [...]
Jones or Washington?
Let me premise this debate by stating that I think both RB’s should play this season under their original contracts. I do think Leon deserves more but that is not what this column is about. If I had to choose which to pay, who would it be?
I choose Leon.
If anything sways my opinion...
Just an Opinion
I always dreamed of being a part of something involving the NY Jets. I have come to realize that this is not the path for me. I am a former Long Island resident now making a living as a Social Studies teacher. I am an out of market fan in the state of Maryland.
I [...]
Wanna Negotiate a Contract? Just Tweet!
Twitter, the hot social networking tool, has become the hot new weapon for contract negotiations, especially for New York Jets running backs. Agents for both Thomas Jones and Leon Washington are “tweeting” the negotiation’s progress, or lack there of, much to the chagrin of...
The Jets: The New Bad Boys of the NFL?
The recent weeks have been flooded with rumors that the New York Jets, historically one of the NFL’s most conservative franchises, have been doing their “due diligence” with regards to Plaxico Burress and more recently, Adam “Pacman” Jones.
Let me begin...
Report Says Washington to Skip OTA’s
The Jets will have another running back staying away from OTA’s, as reports from the Newark Star-Ledger say that Leon Washington will not be attending the workouts. The team already may be without Thomas Jones, who may skip the sessions as well.
Washington isn’t happy...
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