Wednesday, March 10, 2010
We will be Relocating to NYJetsTalk.com
Hey, I am in the process of moving this blog over to NYJetsTalk.com . It will be a few days before I get everything up and running. If anything important happens regarding Jets news, I will still update this blog to keep you guys updated.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Thomas Jones signs with the Chiefs
ESPN is reporting that the Kansas City Chiefs have signed FA RB Thomas Jones. The contract is reported to be 2-years, $5 million. I find it strange that the Jets could not have worked out a similar deal with him if they were really interested in bringing TJ back. Look for the Jets to try to retain Leon Washington now and also add either a veteran RB or draft one in the early in this year's draft.
Schefter: Jets interested in Safety Brodney Pool
According to ESPN's NFL analysis Adam Schefter, the NY Jets are interested in S Brodney Pool, a former 2nd round pick from the Cleveland Browns. Since the Jets traded away safety Kerry Rhodes to the Arizona Cardinals earlier in the week, there is an obvious hole at the safety position. Pool, a 2 year starter in Cleveland, would provide some much needed depth in the Jets secondary. Pool is scheduled to visit the Jets tomorrow. However, Brodney Pool does have some injury concerns, as he was placed on the injury reserve last season with a concussion. This could be a problem since the Jets' secondary was often injured last season (Strickland & Lito) and it ended up costing them big in the AFC Championship Game.
In 2006, Pool lost the battle for the starting safety spot in Cleveland, but ended up starting at corner back due to injuries to Leigh Bodden, Gary Baxter, and Daylon McCutcheon. In 2006, Pool recorded 54 solo tackles and 13 assisted tackles along with 1 sack, 1 INT, and 7 deflected passes. In 2007, Pool was a full time starter at safety and recorded 72 tackles and 2 picks.
If the Jets do make a move for Pool, I would expect him to be a depth signing or a rotational player to go along with Eric Smith. Rex likes to keep his defensive players fresh and I could see Pool being much more effective as a rotational guy rather than a full time starter. Remember, there is a possibility that James Ihedigbo does not return to the Jets next season, so the Jets need to look for both a starter and depth and the safety position. We all know that Rex likes to load his active roster with as many quality defensive backs as possible (Last year- Shepperd, Revis, Strickland, Lowery, Coleman, Rhodes, Leonhard, Ihedigbo, and E. Smith were all active when healthy).
As always, I will keep you posted with any updates.
In 2006, Pool lost the battle for the starting safety spot in Cleveland, but ended up starting at corner back due to injuries to Leigh Bodden, Gary Baxter, and Daylon McCutcheon. In 2006, Pool recorded 54 solo tackles and 13 assisted tackles along with 1 sack, 1 INT, and 7 deflected passes. In 2007, Pool was a full time starter at safety and recorded 72 tackles and 2 picks.
If the Jets do make a move for Pool, I would expect him to be a depth signing or a rotational player to go along with Eric Smith. Rex likes to keep his defensive players fresh and I could see Pool being much more effective as a rotational guy rather than a full time starter. Remember, there is a possibility that James Ihedigbo does not return to the Jets next season, so the Jets need to look for both a starter and depth and the safety position. We all know that Rex likes to load his active roster with as many quality defensive backs as possible (Last year- Shepperd, Revis, Strickland, Lowery, Coleman, Rhodes, Leonhard, Ihedigbo, and E. Smith were all active when healthy).
As always, I will keep you posted with any updates.
Monday, March 8, 2010
Look for the Patriots to be interested in Leon Washington
With the Patriots having plenty of first day picks over the 2010-2011 drafts, it doesn't surprise me that I've been reading reports that the New England Patriots are interested in acquiring Restricted Free Agent (RFA) Leon Washington from the Jets. The Jets have placed a 2nd round tender on the 4th year RB out of Florida State, which means that the Patsies, or any team for that matter, would have to give up a 2nd rounder to acquire Washington from the Jets. Of course, since Washington is a RFA, the Jets are allowed to match the contract offer from the Patriots if they wish to keep him. Alvin Keels, Leon's agent, says "Leon's return to the Jets is 50/50 at best."
The Patriots have seen first hand the kind of play-maker that Leon Washington is and I'm sure they would like to add him to there offense. As a Jet fan, I certainly don't want to watch Washington, Welker, Edelman, and Moss play against us twice a year. Leon would appear to be a good fit since the Patriots do not have the best running game in the NFL and definitely could use Leon behind Tom Brady.
With the Thomas Jones departure and Rex Ryan's run first philosophy, it would seem essential that the Jets keep Leon Washington. However, there are some concerns here- Leon is coming off a serious leg injury and he will also be 28 by the start of next season. With the 2010 draft being so deep, it would be nice for the Jets to get an additional 2nd round pick. I believe the Jets' front office is interested in having 2 quality backs to split time with next year's workhorse- Shonn Greene. I expect the Jets to draft a RB in the early to mid rounds in this draft even if they keep Washington on the roster. If Washington is picked up, I expect a veteran RB to be acquired as well as one being drafted.
Bottom Line: It appears that the Patriots do indeed have interest in Washington, but I'm sure Tannenbaum and Rex would hate to see Leon go to the Jets biggest rival. I would expect the Jets to match nearly any offer that the Patriots give him if they decide to make a move. If a team with an early to mid 2nd rounder offers Leon a contract, especially an NFC team, I think that would be in end of Leon in green and white.
The Patriots have seen first hand the kind of play-maker that Leon Washington is and I'm sure they would like to add him to there offense. As a Jet fan, I certainly don't want to watch Washington, Welker, Edelman, and Moss play against us twice a year. Leon would appear to be a good fit since the Patriots do not have the best running game in the NFL and definitely could use Leon behind Tom Brady.
With the Thomas Jones departure and Rex Ryan's run first philosophy, it would seem essential that the Jets keep Leon Washington. However, there are some concerns here- Leon is coming off a serious leg injury and he will also be 28 by the start of next season. With the 2010 draft being so deep, it would be nice for the Jets to get an additional 2nd round pick. I believe the Jets' front office is interested in having 2 quality backs to split time with next year's workhorse- Shonn Greene. I expect the Jets to draft a RB in the early to mid rounds in this draft even if they keep Washington on the roster. If Washington is picked up, I expect a veteran RB to be acquired as well as one being drafted.
Bottom Line: It appears that the Patriots do indeed have interest in Washington, but I'm sure Tannenbaum and Rex would hate to see Leon go to the Jets biggest rival. I would expect the Jets to match nearly any offer that the Patriots give him if they decide to make a move. If a team with an early to mid 2nd rounder offers Leon a contract, especially an NFC team, I think that would be in end of Leon in green and white.
Tannenbaum Conference Call- Ben Hartsock resigned- T-Rich and Coles coming back?
Mike Tannenbaum had a conference call this morning. Here is a breakdown on some of the things that were talked about.
Ben Hartsock has resigned with the Jets. Mike Tannenbaum said that "Ben has been important to us, he really solidified our running game last year." I think this is a good move, since obviously Hartsock is a huge improvement over Dustin Keller in blocking, especially on running downs. He is not much of a threat in the passing game and had some bone-headed penalties last season, but he was a major contributor to the success of our running game
Tony Richardson- Mike Tannenbaum said "We hold Tony Richardson in the highest regard on and off the field..we won't rule anything out at this point" Mike had a conversation with Tony Richarson and he said that he definitely wants to play at least one more season, so we can probably rule out the rumor that he might retire. My impression from what he said was that we would most likely be seeing Tony Richardson in another uniform next season. I think the Jets are high on practice squad FB Jason Davis and are looking to have him be the possible starter next season if they don't pick up T-Rich or someone late in the draft.
Laveranues Coles- Mike Tannenbaum said he texted Coles' agent back and forth, but nothing is immenent at this point. Tannenbaum did not sound very confident in the thought of him coming back to the Jets, but that is just my impression from listening to his tone of voice.
The whole conference call with Mike Tannenbaum can be heard here.
Ben Hartsock has resigned with the Jets. Mike Tannenbaum said that "Ben has been important to us, he really solidified our running game last year." I think this is a good move, since obviously Hartsock is a huge improvement over Dustin Keller in blocking, especially on running downs. He is not much of a threat in the passing game and had some bone-headed penalties last season, but he was a major contributor to the success of our running game
Tony Richardson- Mike Tannenbaum said "We hold Tony Richardson in the highest regard on and off the field..we won't rule anything out at this point" Mike had a conversation with Tony Richarson and he said that he definitely wants to play at least one more season, so we can probably rule out the rumor that he might retire. My impression from what he said was that we would most likely be seeing Tony Richardson in another uniform next season. I think the Jets are high on practice squad FB Jason Davis and are looking to have him be the possible starter next season if they don't pick up T-Rich or someone late in the draft.
Laveranues Coles- Mike Tannenbaum said he texted Coles' agent back and forth, but nothing is immenent at this point. Tannenbaum did not sound very confident in the thought of him coming back to the Jets, but that is just my impression from listening to his tone of voice.
The whole conference call with Mike Tannenbaum can be heard here.
Wallace Wright signs with the Panthers
Just a quick note, special teams ace Wallace Wright has worked out a deal in free agency with the Carolina Panthers. This was reported first by Darin Gantt, of the Rock Hill Herald. It comes as no surprise that he was picked up considering he played special teams at a Pro-Bowl level for the Jets the last few seasons. Hopefully the Jets and Mike Westhoff can find an adequate replacement, whether that person is on the roster already or not.
Saturday, March 6, 2010
Kerry Rhodes traded to Arizona
So as my last blog stated, there were rumors that S Kerry Rhodes may be involved in a trade with the Arizona Cardinals. However, about 20 minutes after my blog, Rex Ryan and Mike Tannenbaum stated that Rhodes would remain on the Jets and receive his roster bonus. Since when did I start trusting what Tannenbaum and Rex said? Anyway, Rhodes was traded to the Cardinals for a 2010 4th rounder and a 2011 7th rounder. It seems like the Jets were asking for a 3rd, but ended up settling for the two later picks. Remember, Arizona made the playoffs last year so the 4th round pick will be late in the round, I believe 26th.
Now the Jets have an obvious need at safety opposite of Jim Leonhard. Eric Smith can help out in run support, but I don't want him matched up 1-on-1 with Dallas Clark. Look for the Jets to sign or pick up a safety before the draft.
Now the Jets have an obvious need at safety opposite of Jim Leonhard. Eric Smith can help out in run support, but I don't want him matched up 1-on-1 with Dallas Clark. Look for the Jets to sign or pick up a safety before the draft.
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