Here's Part Two of the Zero Sum Game. A month ago, I assessed
what the Jets had done in the offseason, and landed on a decent +3
score. To give credit where credit is due, thanks to Tom Schaller of Bronczilla for the idea. Again, here how this works:

• Any notable roster or coaching activity is fair game.
• With
  a starting score of zero, the Jets will be given points ranging from -2
  to +2 for roster, coaching or any other moves they make during the
  offseason.
• Zero represents no positive or negative net
  effect, where +10 might be a successful offseason, while -10 would
  represent the opposite.

Mass-Resigning:
Re-signed DT Josh Evans (now retired), LB Kenyatta Wright, WR Jonathan
Carter, G/C Jonathan Goodwin, TE Chris Baker, G Dave Yovanovits and S
Oliver Celestin. Necessary moves, but mostly role-players and depth
options. (+0)

Acquiring Doug Jolley: For
trading down, the Jets got a TE who has professional experience, knows
how to stretch the field, find pockets and catch passes. Run blocking
takes a step backward from Becht, but the Jets also received extra
draft picks. (+0.5)

The 2005 Draft: A first
round caliber CB/PR who made some 'silly' mistakes, a clutch kicker, a
potential replacement for Reggie Tongue, a new 'gunner' and some depth
at RB, TE & DT (+1)

Released K Doug Brien:
After having his hand in three Jets losses (net difference would have
been a 12-4 record & an AFC Championship game), this was a move
that was a long-time in the making, but finally happened once Nugent
was secured through the draft. (+0.5)

Jets Score as of 4/30/05: +5

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