Posted on April 30th, 2009 by Bassett
New Jets Guard Matt Slauson spoke to a reporter this week about his excitement to play for the Jets and for his old coach, Bill Callahan.
“I got drafted to a team that actually has a need (at guard),” Slauson said. “I’m going to get a shot at playing and I’m going to make the most [...]
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Posted on April 30th, 2009 by Bassett
For those of you who are looking for the Jets to add a receiver … maybe Braylon Edwards lacks the focus that you would want in Green & White:
We all know Braylon Edwards did not have a great season last year, and a quote in ESPN The Magazine may reflect part of the reason. According [...]
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Posted on April 30th, 2009 by Bassett
Another economist, S.M. Olivia, who writes for the Mises Economics Blog takes looks at the NFL Draft and concludes that there are a number of reasons that payers contracts are as bloated as they are, also positing that first round Quarterbacks are generally an unwise business investment.
Of the 32 players who started the majority of [...]
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Posted on April 30th, 2009 by Angel Navedo
Dave Hutchinson at the New Jersey Star-Ledger tries to separate fact from fiction as it pertains to the looming wide receiver battle. With the quarterback situation seemingly resolved, Hutch believes Tannenbaum will let the receivers go toe-to-toe through June.
Well, I’m hearing that Tannenbaum was at least telling the truth when he said the organization is [...]
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Posted on April 30th, 2009 by Bassett
Where the rallying cry for years from Myers has been, “where’s the QB” now we know what the new one is gonna be … “where’s the Lombardi Trophy?”
Let’s face it: You can’t win without a quarterback.
The expectations for Sanchez and rookie coach Rex Ryan will be astronomical simply because the double-rookie formula worked so well [...]
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Posted on April 30th, 2009 by Bassett
RT Damien Woody was doing the rounds yesterday in Bristol, CT and here’s some video of him doing his thing.
Also be sure to check out Darrelle Revis on NFL.com.
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Posted on April 30th, 2009 by Bassett
A columnist in Cleveland thinks Eric Mangini would use Twitter, don’t worry, it’s meant to be satirical.
Cimini notes the Jets had some wiggle with Favre.
Lebs thinks the Jets snagged a keeper in Emanuel Cook.
Ellis Hobbs has Stockholm Syndrome.
GGN catches a nice clip on Sanchez’ family.
Erik Ainge has appeared back in Florham Park.
Could newly cut Michael [...]
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Posted on April 30th, 2009 by Bent
When the Jets signed Marques Douglas to a one-year deal for the veteran’s minimum in March, it was a move that received little fanfare. However, with the trade of Kenyon Coleman last week end, the 32 year old veteran arguably now sits atop the depth chart at the DE position.
Seeking some more detail about [...]
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Posted on April 29th, 2009 by Angel Navedo
Darrelle Revis was busy answering questions(that were moderator-approved) from the fans on NFL.com this evening. The confidence is definitely coursing through everyone’s veins. After all, the man introduced himself as “the No. 1 cornerback in the NFL.” Take that, Nnamdi.
Some excerpts:
Frank, Virginia 05:32 PM ET
I’m the only fan out here by far but i was [...]
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Posted on April 29th, 2009 by Angel Navedo
As per text message updates from NewYorkJets.com, Gang Green will hop into their DeLorean for three games in 2009. The Jets will wear their old blue and gold colors in games against the Tennessee Oilers, Oakland Heyward-Beys, and the Fish to commemorate 50 years of AFL football.
It won’t be the same old throwback, though. The [...]
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