Special Teams Coach Mike Westhoff retired and was replaced by Ben Kotwica.
O-Linbackers Coach Mike Smith left.
GM Mike Tannenbaum was fired and replaced by John Izdik.
Bill Hughan, strength and conditioning coach was fired and replaced by Justus Galac.
David Lee replaced Matt Cavanaugh as quarterbacks coach.
Marty Mornhinwig replaced Tony Sporano. I warned y'all this wasn't gonna work.
Mike Pettine joined the Bills as DC, replaced by Dennis Thurman.
LBs Coach Bob Sutton is replaced by Brian Van Groder
Tim MacDonald becomes DBs Coach.
O-Line Coach Dave DeGuglielmo was replaced by Mike Devlin.
Louie Aguiar becomes assistant special teams coach.
Steve Hagen becomes tight ends coach, and Ron Heller becomes assistant O-Line Coach
Pierre Ngo is assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach
Assistant D-Line Coach Jeff Weeks
Bobby April III is now defensive quality control coach.
Showing posts with label Jets. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Jets. Show all posts
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
2012 Jets: A Preview
With Sanchez and Tebow manning the offense as Quarterbacks, and Shonn Greene, possibly in his final season with the Jets, leading the running game, the Jets offense has a new look in 2012. The Offensive Line, if healthy, can either make or break the team.
With the recent departure of Wayne Hunter, the O-Line seems as stable as ever, and if the defense can be as good as a Rex Ryan defense should be, the Jets look like a lock to have a supra-.500 season in 2012.
Nick Folk won the kicking job, as I predicted. With Conley and Jeremy Kerley manning the special teams unit, the Jets are in good hands.
The Jets need their safeties to remain healthy and the offensive line to click. If that happens, I feel that you will see vast improvements in Mark Sanchez and Tim Tebow, helping to lead the Jets back to the playoffs.
Three Players need improvement in 2012:
-Shonn Greene-In the final year of his rookie contract, Greene must show signs of improvement in 2012 to stick around.
-Antonio Cromartie-In my opinion, Cromartie is one of the most underrated players in all of football. However, last season, the amount of penalties levied upon him and the Jets was unbelievable. Lessening the penalties will go a long way in helping the Jets in 2012.
-Mark Sanchez-Part of the problem with Sanchez last season was the lack of protection by his offensive line, which I feel is part of the reason for his increased sacking and interception rates last year. However, over the last few years, there has been a revolving door at Wide Receiver. With the exception of Santonio Holmes, Sanchez has been flanked by Braylon Edwards, Plaxico Burress, David Clowney IV, Brad Smith, and Jerricho Cotchery, just to name a few. He needs consistency, given to him by Santonio Holmes.
I have the utmost faith in Mark Sanchez and Antonio Cromartie to improve this season. Shonn Greene, not so much.
I have never really seen what Mike Tannenbaum and the Jets saw in Shonn Greene when they drafted him back in 2009
With the recent departure of Wayne Hunter, the O-Line seems as stable as ever, and if the defense can be as good as a Rex Ryan defense should be, the Jets look like a lock to have a supra-.500 season in 2012.
Nick Folk won the kicking job, as I predicted. With Conley and Jeremy Kerley manning the special teams unit, the Jets are in good hands.
The Jets need their safeties to remain healthy and the offensive line to click. If that happens, I feel that you will see vast improvements in Mark Sanchez and Tim Tebow, helping to lead the Jets back to the playoffs.
Three Players need improvement in 2012:
-Shonn Greene-In the final year of his rookie contract, Greene must show signs of improvement in 2012 to stick around.
-Antonio Cromartie-In my opinion, Cromartie is one of the most underrated players in all of football. However, last season, the amount of penalties levied upon him and the Jets was unbelievable. Lessening the penalties will go a long way in helping the Jets in 2012.
-Mark Sanchez-Part of the problem with Sanchez last season was the lack of protection by his offensive line, which I feel is part of the reason for his increased sacking and interception rates last year. However, over the last few years, there has been a revolving door at Wide Receiver. With the exception of Santonio Holmes, Sanchez has been flanked by Braylon Edwards, Plaxico Burress, David Clowney IV, Brad Smith, and Jerricho Cotchery, just to name a few. He needs consistency, given to him by Santonio Holmes.
I have the utmost faith in Mark Sanchez and Antonio Cromartie to improve this season. Shonn Greene, not so much.
I have never really seen what Mike Tannenbaum and the Jets saw in Shonn Greene when they drafted him back in 2009
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
Folk Hero
Folk Hero
Why Nick Will Win the Job
It's no secret that Nick Folk has not been the most popular kicker in the league, nor the most popular member of the Jets. However, I feel that the job is Folk's to keep.
In 2011, Folk made 19 field goals to Brown's 21 and 44 PAT's (points after touchdowns) to Brown's 18. Folk was 19/25 (76%) in field goals to Browns 21/28 (75%). Folk, at 27 years of age, he has a chance to be a Jet for a longer time than Brown, age 33.
Folk has also been pretty reliable in the clutch since missing three field goals on Opening Day in 2010. He knows the system and had gotten to know Mike Westhoff quite well.
Make no mistake, there will be competition. But when the dust settles and all is said and done,
Nick Folk will be kicking for the Jets in 2012.
Folk reacts after nailing a 32-yarder to give the Jets a 17-16 victory of the Colts in the 2011 AFC wild card game, Peyton Manning's last as a Colt.
Sunday, June 17, 2012
The End of An Era
Future Hall of Fame RB LaDainian Tomlinson has announced his retirement after 11 seasons.
LT had two career rushing titles. His 13,684 yards and 145 touchdowns rank fifth and third all-time respectively. He had 280 yards an only one touchdown with the Jets last season.
He will sign a one day contract and retire as a member of the San Diego Chargers.
I knew this was coming but I really wanted LT to stick around to try and set the all-time rushing yards record. At the same time, however, I knew his time with the Jets was up.
I look forward to his Hall of Fame induction in 2017 and wish him all the best in retirement. He has certainly earned it.
I look forward to his Hall of Fame induction in 2017 and wish him all the best in retirement. He has certainly earned it.
Saturday, May 19, 2012
NFL Hot Stove
The New York Jets have signed S Yeremiah Bell to a 1-year $1,400,000 contract.
The oft-injured Bell did manage to play in 16 games last season, where he collected 107 tackles, 2 sacks, a fuble recovery, and a 20-yard interception. This move can bolster the Jets' defense AS LONG AS HE STAYS HEALTHY!
Bell with the Dolphins
However, even though GM Mike Tannenbaum denies it, and he himself will not think it, this is likely the end of Jim Leonhard's tenure with the Jets. Leonhard, an unrestricted free agent, has been injured these past two years. That is not set in stone, however.
Thursday, May 10, 2012
The End of An Era
Former New York Jets QB Chad Pennington has announced his retirement after 11 seasons in the National Football League.
Pennington spent eight years with the Jets, where he compiled a 69-61 record with a 66.0 completion percentage, finishing with a 1632/2471 TD/INT ratio, and 17,823 yards. He played very well for the Jets before signing with the Dolphins in 2008. He also made one 29-yard punt in 2006 for the Jets.
Pennington had a great career and if it weren't for the numerous injuries, would have been (in my opinion) a Hall of Famer, however, the injuries detered and derailed his career. A significant shoulder injury in the first game of the 2010 season ended his season and eventually his career. He worked for Fox's NFL Sunday pregame show in 2011 and planned to return in 2012.
I wish him well in retirement and look forward to hearing and seeing him on Fox next season and beyond.
Pennington celebrating with the Jets.
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
NFL Free Agency News
The New York Jets have traded a fourth round draft pick for QB Tim Tebow. The Jets will likely have either Mark Sanchez or Tebow on the team in 2012, but not both. This seems to seal the fate of Mark Brunell, not likely to return for a third season.
The Bills have re-signed S Bryan Scott.
The National Football League and Roger Goodell have suspended Saints head coach Sean Payton for the entire 2012 season without pay. He also took away their second round draft picks in 2012 and 2013. Payton will lose $7,500,000.
Hines Ward has announced his retirement after 14 seasons. He was released prior to the start of free agency and now awaits his Hall of Fame invitation.
The Bills have re-signed S Bryan Scott.
The National Football League and Roger Goodell have suspended Saints head coach Sean Payton for the entire 2012 season without pay. He also took away their second round draft picks in 2012 and 2013. Payton will lose $7,500,000.
Hines Ward has announced his retirement after 14 seasons. He was released prior to the start of free agency and now awaits his Hall of Fame invitation.
Monday, March 19, 2012
My Kind of Offense
Now, if you read this blog regularly you will have undoubtedly read my posts on the style of offense that I prefer...
A BALANCED offense.
I define a balanced offense as one that can perform at a high level whether passing OR running. The Buffalo Bills are a good example (with Fitzpatrick and Fred Jackson). I have written a number of articles about the New York Jets and how they NEED a new running back. Since they have decided to keep Mark Sanchez until further notice with his extension, they need to find a new rusher to compliment that.
As I have stated before, the Jets are unlikely to retain Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson, and with the disappointing Shonn Greene still under contract, they could use a good running back.
The process I have concocted will require a LOT of time to do, however, it would make Gang Green elite.
The Jets need to make Joe McKnight their starting running back for 2012, while relegating Shonn Greene to third string duties (like McKnight was in 2011).
Then, they need to sign a burly, tough, fullback-like man, two-time Superbowl Champion, and a quality backup rusher.
Brandon Jacobs would be a SLAM DUNK signing for Gang Green and if Joe McKnight can fill the void left by LT, (which I am MORE than confident that he will), the Jets will be set at running back.
A BALANCED offense.
I define a balanced offense as one that can perform at a high level whether passing OR running. The Buffalo Bills are a good example (with Fitzpatrick and Fred Jackson). I have written a number of articles about the New York Jets and how they NEED a new running back. Since they have decided to keep Mark Sanchez until further notice with his extension, they need to find a new rusher to compliment that.
As I have stated before, the Jets are unlikely to retain Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson, and with the disappointing Shonn Greene still under contract, they could use a good running back.
The process I have concocted will require a LOT of time to do, however, it would make Gang Green elite.
The Jets need to make Joe McKnight their starting running back for 2012, while relegating Shonn Greene to third string duties (like McKnight was in 2011).
Then, they need to sign a burly, tough, fullback-like man, two-time Superbowl Champion, and a quality backup rusher.
Brandon Jacobs would be a SLAM DUNK signing for Gang Green and if Joe McKnight can fill the void left by LT, (which I am MORE than confident that he will), the Jets will be set at running back.
Sunday, March 18, 2012
Hot Stove
The San Francisco 49ers have signed former Giants WR Mario Manningham to a 2-year contract. Terms were not immediately disclosed.
The Arizona Cardinals have decided to pay Kevin Kolb his $7,000,000 roster bonus, ending their pursuit of Peyton Manning.
The New York Jets will play their luck in free agency with safeties. Jim Leonhard, Brodney Pool, and Eric Smith are all free agents.
The Arizona Cardinals have decided to pay Kevin Kolb his $7,000,000 roster bonus, ending their pursuit of Peyton Manning.
The New York Jets will play their luck in free agency with safeties. Jim Leonhard, Brodney Pool, and Eric Smith are all free agents.
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
NFL Hot Stove!
The New York Jets have signed LB Bryan Thomas to a 1-year contract. Terms were not immediately disclosed.
The New York Giants have announced that CBs Michael Coe and Justin Tryon. Both deals' terms were not disclosed. This provides backup if T2 is not healthy.
Free agency is under way in 2012!
WR Vincent Jackson has signed a 5-year, $55,000,000 contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, with $26,000,000 in guaranteed money, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
The New York Giants have announced that CBs Michael Coe and Justin Tryon. Both deals' terms were not disclosed. This provides backup if T2 is not healthy.
Free agency is under way in 2012!
WR Vincent Jackson has signed a 5-year, $55,000,000 contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, with $26,000,000 in guaranteed money, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
NFL Hot Stove Breaking News!
The defending Super Bowl Champion New York Giants have released 2007 draft bust, CB Aaron Ross! He won two Super Bowl rings despite his less than stellar performance during his Giants tenure.
Ross fails to deflect or intercept a pass from Drew Brees during the Saints' 62-point blowout of Big Blue.
This was an obvious move as Ross was the first choice to leave after the season.
In accordance, they have re-signed CB Terrell Thomas to a 4-year, $28,000,000 contract with $11,000,000 guaranteed money.
The Oakland Raiders have released former Giants TE Kevin Boss. This may begin the eventual reunion, as the G-Men need a tight end and they would be a great fit to re-sign Boss as he is familiar with the system.
Former Giants RB Brandon Jacobs has stated he would be willing to join the New York Jets. I would be thrilled if he stayed in New York!
The Giants have also added coaches Matt Rhule and Lunda Wells, who have replaced Jack Bicknell, Jr. and Kevin M. Gilbride respectively.
The New York Jets have signed NT Sione Pouha to a 3-year, $15,000,000 contract.
The San Francisco 49ers have agreed to a 1-year contract with future Hall of Fame WR Randy Moss. Moss originally stated he would pull a Brett Favre in February.
This was an obvious move as Ross was the first choice to leave after the season.
In accordance, they have re-signed CB Terrell Thomas to a 4-year, $28,000,000 contract with $11,000,000 guaranteed money.
The Oakland Raiders have released former Giants TE Kevin Boss. This may begin the eventual reunion, as the G-Men need a tight end and they would be a great fit to re-sign Boss as he is familiar with the system.
Former Giants RB Brandon Jacobs has stated he would be willing to join the New York Jets. I would be thrilled if he stayed in New York!
The Giants have also added coaches Matt Rhule and Lunda Wells, who have replaced Jack Bicknell, Jr. and Kevin M. Gilbride respectively.
The New York Jets have signed NT Sione Pouha to a 3-year, $15,000,000 contract.
The San Francisco 49ers have agreed to a 1-year contract with future Hall of Fame WR Randy Moss. Moss originally stated he would pull a Brett Favre in February.
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Jets 2012: Righting the Wrong and Repairing the Rift
The Jets have many needs for 2012. I have already written about the desire for a new right tackle, and a new running back. Now, I must focus on their defense.
The Jets defense was a disappointment in 2011 and I was not surprised AT ALL.
With Sione Pouha lined up at Nose Tackle instead of Defensive End, the Jets can then move Muhammad Wilkerson to defensive tackle and re-sign a familiar face, reconciling a divorce that should never have occurred.
Shaun Ellis, longtime defensive end who was betrayed by Mike Tannenbaum in 2011, MUST return to man the end spot once again as he did SO well for 11 consecutive seasons. With Ellis, Pouha, Wilkerson, a new right tackle such as Mike Adams, and D'Brickashaw, the Jets could be a force to be reckoned with not only in the East, but the entire American Football Conference.
So, Mr. Tannenbaum...
Are you ready to win?
The Jets defense was a disappointment in 2011 and I was not surprised AT ALL.
With Sione Pouha lined up at Nose Tackle instead of Defensive End, the Jets can then move Muhammad Wilkerson to defensive tackle and re-sign a familiar face, reconciling a divorce that should never have occurred.
Shaun Ellis, longtime defensive end who was betrayed by Mike Tannenbaum in 2011, MUST return to man the end spot once again as he did SO well for 11 consecutive seasons. With Ellis, Pouha, Wilkerson, a new right tackle such as Mike Adams, and D'Brickashaw, the Jets could be a force to be reckoned with not only in the East, but the entire American Football Conference.
So, Mr. Tannenbaum...
Are you ready to win?
"Tackling" the Draft: New York Jets 2012
The New York Jets had many positions that needed improvement in 2011, but perhaps none more obvious than right tackle. Wayne Hunter was re-signed to a 1-year deal after the lockout and it quickly became known that the move was a mistake. Hunter was drafted in 2008 as a projected successor to Damien Woody were he to retire, which he finally did following the 2010 season. The Jets soon realized that they did NOT have a successor prepared and now is the time to rewrite the wrong from 2008.
The Jets have the 16th overall pick in the 2012 NFL draft and with it can and should select Mike Adams from Ohio State University. I truly feel he can be THE guy, the successor to Damien Woody that the Jets so desperately need to find.
However, the catch is that Hunter is guaranteed to make $2,450,000 in 2012 regardless. This is too much money to absorb and so GM Mike Tannenbaun, who made the big mistake of re-signing Hunter last season, will have to either work out some sort of trade to send Hunter out of New York, or have another player, (say, Mark Sanchez?), agree to restructure their contract to offset the balance of the cost if Gang Green is to absorb Hunter's 2012 salary.
The Jets have the 16th overall pick in the 2012 NFL draft and with it can and should select Mike Adams from Ohio State University. I truly feel he can be THE guy, the successor to Damien Woody that the Jets so desperately need to find.
However, the catch is that Hunter is guaranteed to make $2,450,000 in 2012 regardless. This is too much money to absorb and so GM Mike Tannenbaun, who made the big mistake of re-signing Hunter last season, will have to either work out some sort of trade to send Hunter out of New York, or have another player, (say, Mark Sanchez?), agree to restructure their contract to offset the balance of the cost if Gang Green is to absorb Hunter's 2012 salary.
Not "Running" The Risk
Literally.
The New York Jets have a huge offseason ahead of them and one area that they were blatantly awful in last season was the running game.
In order to be a successful team you need either:
1) A clearly defined primary offensive scheme (running or passing, whichever works).
2) A balanced running and passing game (the Bills before Fred Jackson's injury).
The Jets had neither of these in 2011 and while you can blame Brian Schottenheimer all you want, that will not fix the Jets problem.
Now, let it be known here and now that I prefer the latter from a team. That way, if a star running back or quarterback gets hurt, the team is not completely crippled. Some prime examples of this scheme are the reigning Super Bowl Champion Giants, or the aforementioned Bills.
Now, I know that Mark Sanchez isn't particularly popular at the moment, and I also know that the Jets MAY possibly be in the running for the recently-released Peyton Manning. However, Sanchez was tremendous in 2010 and I am more than willing to see what he can do with a better offensive scheme and an entire offseason to work with rather than a mad-dash to get training camp in. With that being said, however, a quality rusher wouldn't hurt at all either.
The Jets may be interested in delving into the market to find a rusher for the future, and this year's market is tremendous, topping off with Peyton Hillis, Michael Bush, and Matt Forte. With future Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson not returning, and Shonn Greene not living up to expectations, Joe McKnight and any of the above players could make a great rushing core. The Jets could use McKnight and a free agent signee of choice as the primary and secondary rushers, and then make Greene the third running back.
The New York Jets have a huge offseason ahead of them and one area that they were blatantly awful in last season was the running game.
In order to be a successful team you need either:
1) A clearly defined primary offensive scheme (running or passing, whichever works).
2) A balanced running and passing game (the Bills before Fred Jackson's injury).
The Jets had neither of these in 2011 and while you can blame Brian Schottenheimer all you want, that will not fix the Jets problem.
Now, let it be known here and now that I prefer the latter from a team. That way, if a star running back or quarterback gets hurt, the team is not completely crippled. Some prime examples of this scheme are the reigning Super Bowl Champion Giants, or the aforementioned Bills.
Now, I know that Mark Sanchez isn't particularly popular at the moment, and I also know that the Jets MAY possibly be in the running for the recently-released Peyton Manning. However, Sanchez was tremendous in 2010 and I am more than willing to see what he can do with a better offensive scheme and an entire offseason to work with rather than a mad-dash to get training camp in. With that being said, however, a quality rusher wouldn't hurt at all either.
The Jets may be interested in delving into the market to find a rusher for the future, and this year's market is tremendous, topping off with Peyton Hillis, Michael Bush, and Matt Forte. With future Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson not returning, and Shonn Greene not living up to expectations, Joe McKnight and any of the above players could make a great rushing core. The Jets could use McKnight and a free agent signee of choice as the primary and secondary rushers, and then make Greene the third running back.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
NFL Hot Stove!
The New York Jets have signed WR Patrick Turner to a 1-year, $615,000 contract. He had 8 receptions for 96 yards and 1 touchdown in 15 games. He is a solid 3rd Wide Receiver and this deal works out for both sides.
Turner scores his lone touchdown of the 2011 season.
Friday, January 27, 2012
Pro Bowl 2012!
On Sunday, the NFC and AFC will face off in the Pro Bowl. Besides having a number of talented personalities on their side, I will detail why I believe the AFC will come out on top...
The AFC squad is highlighted with QBs Ben Roethlisberger, Philip Rivers, and rookie sensation Andy Dalton in for Tom Brady. The running back crew includes Maurice Jones-Drew and Willis McGahee. With a LOADED receiving core, even without Welker, and a defense including Jets LT D'Brickashaw Ferguson.
The NFC is headlined by rookie sensation Cam Newton, Drew Brees, and Aaron Rodgers. With wide receivers including Larry Fitzgerald, and future Hall of Fame TE Tony Gonzalez, as well as a defense that includes Clay Matthews.
Even though the NFC is coming off of a victory, I expect the AFC to come out on top in the long run.
AFC FULL ROSTER
QB: Ben Roethlisberger (Steelers), Andy Dalton (Bengals), Philip Rivers (Chargers)
RB: Maurice Jones-Drew (Jaguars), Willis McGahee (Broncos), Ryan Matthews (Chargers)
FB: Vonta Leach (Ravens)
WR: A.J. Green (Bengals), Mike Wallace (Steelers), Brandon Marshall (Dolphins), Vincent Jackson (Chargers)
TE: Antonio Gates (Chargers), Jermaine Gresham (Bengals)
T: D'Brickashaw Ferguson (Jets), Joe Thomas (Browns), Ryan Clady (Broncos)
G: Ben Grubbs (Ravens), Marshal Yanda (Ravens), Brandon Moore (Jets)
C: Nick Mangold (Jets), Chris Myers (Texans)
DE: Elvis Dumerville (Broncos), Dwight Freeney (Colts), Antonio Smith (Texans)
IL: Richard Seymour (Raiders), Geno Atkins (Bengals), Paul Soliai (Dolphins)
OLB: Tamba Hall (Chiefs), Von Miller (Broncos), James Harrison (Steelers),
MLB/ILB: Ray Lewis (Ravens), Derrick Johnson (Chiefs)
CB: Champ Bailey (Broncos), Darrelle Revis (Jets), Jonathan Joseph (Texans)
FS: Eric Weddle (Chargers), Ryan Clark (Steelers)
SS: Brian Dawkins (Broncos)
P: Shane Lechler (Raiders)
K: Sebastian Janikowski (Raiders)
LS: Jon Condo (Raiders)
ST: Montell Owens (Jaguars)
KR: Antonio Brown (Steelers)
NFC FULL ROSTER
QB: Aaron Rodgers (Packers), Drew Brees (Saints), Cam Newton (Panthers)
RB: LeSean McCoy (Eagles), Matt Forte (Bears), Marshawn Lynch (Seahawks)
FB: Michael Robinson (Seahawks)
WR: Larry Fitzgerald (Cardinals), Steve Smith (Panthers), Greg Jennings (Packers), Roddy White (Falcons)
TE: Jimmy Graham (Saints), Tony Gonzalez (Falcons)
T: Jason Peters (Eagles), Joe Staley (49ers), Jermon Bushrod (Saints)
G: Jahri Evans (Saints), Carl Nicks (Saints), Davin Joseph (Buccaneers)
C: Ryan Kalil (Panthers), Scott Wells (Packers)
Defense
DE: Jared Allen (Vikings), Jason Babbin (Eagles), Julius Peppers (Bears)
IL: Jay Ratliff (Cowboys), Justin Smith (49ers), B.J. Rajj (Packers)
OLB: Clay Matthews, III (Packers), DeMarcus Ware (Cowboys), Chad Greenway (Vikings)
ILB/MLB: Patrick Willis (49ers), London Fletcher (Redskins)
CB: Charles Woodson (Packers), Brandon Browner (Seahawks), Charles Tillman (Bears)
FS: Earl Thomas (Seahawks), Kam Chancellor (Seahawks)
SS: Adrian Wilson (Cardinals)
P: Andy Lee (49ers)
K: David Akers (49ers)
KR: Patrick Peterson (Cardinals)
ST: Corey Graham (Bears)
LS: Brian Jennings (49ers)
That means that the four members of the New York Jets will be New York's only representatives in the Pro Bowl, as the Giants will rest for the Super Bowl and the no Bills have been selected. That being said, as previously stated, I believe that the AFC will win this year.
The AFC squad is highlighted with QBs Ben Roethlisberger, Philip Rivers, and rookie sensation Andy Dalton in for Tom Brady. The running back crew includes Maurice Jones-Drew and Willis McGahee. With a LOADED receiving core, even without Welker, and a defense including Jets LT D'Brickashaw Ferguson.
The NFC is headlined by rookie sensation Cam Newton, Drew Brees, and Aaron Rodgers. With wide receivers including Larry Fitzgerald, and future Hall of Fame TE Tony Gonzalez, as well as a defense that includes Clay Matthews.
Even though the NFC is coming off of a victory, I expect the AFC to come out on top in the long run.
AFC FULL ROSTER
QB: Ben Roethlisberger (Steelers), Andy Dalton (Bengals), Philip Rivers (Chargers)
RB: Maurice Jones-Drew (Jaguars), Willis McGahee (Broncos), Ryan Matthews (Chargers)
FB: Vonta Leach (Ravens)
WR: A.J. Green (Bengals), Mike Wallace (Steelers), Brandon Marshall (Dolphins), Vincent Jackson (Chargers)
TE: Antonio Gates (Chargers), Jermaine Gresham (Bengals)
T: D'Brickashaw Ferguson (Jets), Joe Thomas (Browns), Ryan Clady (Broncos)
G: Ben Grubbs (Ravens), Marshal Yanda (Ravens), Brandon Moore (Jets)
C: Nick Mangold (Jets), Chris Myers (Texans)
DE: Elvis Dumerville (Broncos), Dwight Freeney (Colts), Antonio Smith (Texans)
IL: Richard Seymour (Raiders), Geno Atkins (Bengals), Paul Soliai (Dolphins)
OLB: Tamba Hall (Chiefs), Von Miller (Broncos), James Harrison (Steelers),
MLB/ILB: Ray Lewis (Ravens), Derrick Johnson (Chiefs)
CB: Champ Bailey (Broncos), Darrelle Revis (Jets), Jonathan Joseph (Texans)
FS: Eric Weddle (Chargers), Ryan Clark (Steelers)
SS: Brian Dawkins (Broncos)
P: Shane Lechler (Raiders)
K: Sebastian Janikowski (Raiders)
LS: Jon Condo (Raiders)
ST: Montell Owens (Jaguars)
KR: Antonio Brown (Steelers)
NFC FULL ROSTER
QB: Aaron Rodgers (Packers), Drew Brees (Saints), Cam Newton (Panthers)
RB: LeSean McCoy (Eagles), Matt Forte (Bears), Marshawn Lynch (Seahawks)
FB: Michael Robinson (Seahawks)
WR: Larry Fitzgerald (Cardinals), Steve Smith (Panthers), Greg Jennings (Packers), Roddy White (Falcons)
TE: Jimmy Graham (Saints), Tony Gonzalez (Falcons)
T: Jason Peters (Eagles), Joe Staley (49ers), Jermon Bushrod (Saints)
G: Jahri Evans (Saints), Carl Nicks (Saints), Davin Joseph (Buccaneers)
C: Ryan Kalil (Panthers), Scott Wells (Packers)
Defense
DE: Jared Allen (Vikings), Jason Babbin (Eagles), Julius Peppers (Bears)
IL: Jay Ratliff (Cowboys), Justin Smith (49ers), B.J. Rajj (Packers)
OLB: Clay Matthews, III (Packers), DeMarcus Ware (Cowboys), Chad Greenway (Vikings)
ILB/MLB: Patrick Willis (49ers), London Fletcher (Redskins)
CB: Charles Woodson (Packers), Brandon Browner (Seahawks), Charles Tillman (Bears)
FS: Earl Thomas (Seahawks), Kam Chancellor (Seahawks)
SS: Adrian Wilson (Cardinals)
P: Andy Lee (49ers)
K: David Akers (49ers)
KR: Patrick Peterson (Cardinals)
ST: Corey Graham (Bears)
LS: Brian Jennings (49ers)
That means that the four members of the New York Jets will be New York's only representatives in the Pro Bowl, as the Giants will rest for the Super Bowl and the no Bills have been selected. That being said, as previously stated, I believe that the AFC will win this year.
Friday, January 20, 2012
Holmes is Home!
Recently, a lot of talk has surfaced about Jets WR Santonio Holmes and many people saying he needs to leave amidst the Jets offensive woes in 2011.
Holmes has 4 years left on his deal and is due to make far too much money than any team would like to pay him, therefore, the Jets would be forced to pay a majority of his salary if a cut or trade were to occur.
But that isn't why he's staying put.
Despite his controversial, outspoken nature, (which the Jets knew about before they traded for him and subsequently re-signed him), he is the number one receiver for the Jets. If Mark Sanchez is going to get better, some consistency would do him a great justice. With a 34-year-old Plaxico Burress a free agent and a guy who (I feel) the Jets will not re-sign, Santonio Holmes would be the only receiver who has worked with Sanchez before when the Jets go into the 2012 season.
Rex Ryan is a very outspoken person and doesn't mind that many of his players share that mentality and nature, so I highly doubt that he would approve of sending Holmes packing because of his comments. Combine that with Sanchez's developmental concerns and the relatively comfortable relationship that they have, and I am led to one conclusion:
The Jets NEED Santonio Holmes back in 2012 and beyond.
Holmes has 4 years left on his deal and is due to make far too much money than any team would like to pay him, therefore, the Jets would be forced to pay a majority of his salary if a cut or trade were to occur.
But that isn't why he's staying put.
Despite his controversial, outspoken nature, (which the Jets knew about before they traded for him and subsequently re-signed him), he is the number one receiver for the Jets. If Mark Sanchez is going to get better, some consistency would do him a great justice. With a 34-year-old Plaxico Burress a free agent and a guy who (I feel) the Jets will not re-sign, Santonio Holmes would be the only receiver who has worked with Sanchez before when the Jets go into the 2012 season.
Rex Ryan is a very outspoken person and doesn't mind that many of his players share that mentality and nature, so I highly doubt that he would approve of sending Holmes packing because of his comments. Combine that with Sanchez's developmental concerns and the relatively comfortable relationship that they have, and I am led to one conclusion:
The Jets NEED Santonio Holmes back in 2012 and beyond.
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
The End of An Era
Longtime Baltimore Ravens Wide Receiver and former Jet Derrick Mason has decided to retire after 15 seasons in the league.
He had 13 receptions for 115 yards with the Jets last season with only 7 first downs and no touchdowns. He did not score as a Jet and was cut after being dubbed a "distraction" by teammates, having little production.
The longtime Raven had 943 receptions for 12,061 yards and 66 touchdowns in his 15-year career.
Mason in his brief tenure with Gang Green.
I wish him all the best in retirement.
He had 13 receptions for 115 yards with the Jets last season with only 7 first downs and no touchdowns. He did not score as a Jet and was cut after being dubbed a "distraction" by teammates, having little production.
The longtime Raven had 943 receptions for 12,061 yards and 66 touchdowns in his 15-year career.
I wish him all the best in retirement.
The Coaching Carousel
And so it is upon us. That period in between the season and the offseason when the best teams gear up for a chance to go to the Superbowl.
But for non-playoff teams, it means that there will be firings, cuts, and trades galore to improve the team for the coming year.
The New York Jets have announced that Offensive Line Coach Bill Callahan has been hired by the Cowboys to coach their O-Line. This move was the right one for a Jets team whose O-Line was blatantly awful in 2011. Wide receivers coach Henry Ellard will also be let go. This may have something to do with the antics of Santonio Holmes.
Offensive Coordinator Brian Schottenheimer has resigned. According to an anonymous source, he was "shoved out the door". This move was neccesary and imminent.
However, it has been reported that his replacement is none other than Tony Sparano.
Now, I am willing to give him a chance, but he is NOT the individual whom I would expect to be successful in New York after his disasterous years in Miami. Granted, the Dolphins have been a disaster since Marino retired in '99, but still, he wasn't the greatest choice out there. We can only hope and wait to see what Sparano is capable of on a good team.
In addition...
The Raiders have fired head coach Hugh Jackson.
The Jaguars have hired Mike Mularkey as their new head coach. He will be the fourth head coach in Jaguars history.
The Colts have hired Ryan Grigson as GM.
But for non-playoff teams, it means that there will be firings, cuts, and trades galore to improve the team for the coming year.
The New York Jets have announced that Offensive Line Coach Bill Callahan has been hired by the Cowboys to coach their O-Line. This move was the right one for a Jets team whose O-Line was blatantly awful in 2011. Wide receivers coach Henry Ellard will also be let go. This may have something to do with the antics of Santonio Holmes.
Offensive Coordinator Brian Schottenheimer has resigned. According to an anonymous source, he was "shoved out the door". This move was neccesary and imminent.
However, it has been reported that his replacement is none other than Tony Sparano.
Now, I am willing to give him a chance, but he is NOT the individual whom I would expect to be successful in New York after his disasterous years in Miami. Granted, the Dolphins have been a disaster since Marino retired in '99, but still, he wasn't the greatest choice out there. We can only hope and wait to see what Sparano is capable of on a good team.
In addition...
The Raiders have fired head coach Hugh Jackson.
The Jaguars have hired Mike Mularkey as their new head coach. He will be the fourth head coach in Jaguars history.
The Colts have hired Ryan Grigson as GM.
Sunday, January 1, 2012
Grounded and Pounded: A Season In Review
The New York Jets are not making the playoffs because of a loss to the Miami Dolphins and now must make major decisions.
The Jets offense was AWFUL in 2011, and ultimately was their main demise. I will now list off the free agents:
Bryan Thomas
Sione Pouha
Jim Leonhard
LT
Rob Turner
Kevin O'Connell
Mark Brunell
Plaxico Burress
Nick Folk
Brodney Pool
Donald Strickland
Marquice Cole
Jamaal Westerman
Patrick Turner
Aaron Maybin
Matthew Mulligan
Ellis Lankster
Martin Tevaseu
Thomas, Pouha, Folk, Westerman, Turner, and Maybin will probably be back on short-tern deals. The others will not be back.
I see Sanchez beginning the season but if Greg McElroy is healthy he can challenge for the starter job if Sanchez is struggling as he did in 2011.
However, the coaching staff needs a shakeup.
I think that Rex Ryan is a great coach but some of his personnel need to leave.
Schotty will not return as OC, Mike Pettine's job is certainly not safe, Bill Callahan will likely go, Matt Cavanaugh should go, and Anthony Lynn's job is in jeopardy with the Jets lack of a running game in 2011.
Now, I could easily see Rex Ryan serving duly as head coach and D-Coordinator but it is not guaranteed.
The Jets major needs (in addition to quarterback), include guards, a tackle, a running back or two, and some new coordinators.
The Jets need a shakeup, and if Rex Ryan intends to make a Super Bowl run, they will make them.
The Jets offense was AWFUL in 2011, and ultimately was their main demise. I will now list off the free agents:
Bryan Thomas
Sione Pouha
Jim Leonhard
LT
Rob Turner
Kevin O'Connell
Mark Brunell
Plaxico Burress
Nick Folk
Brodney Pool
Donald Strickland
Marquice Cole
Jamaal Westerman
Patrick Turner
Aaron Maybin
Matthew Mulligan
Ellis Lankster
Martin Tevaseu
Thomas, Pouha, Folk, Westerman, Turner, and Maybin will probably be back on short-tern deals. The others will not be back.
I see Sanchez beginning the season but if Greg McElroy is healthy he can challenge for the starter job if Sanchez is struggling as he did in 2011.
However, the coaching staff needs a shakeup.
I think that Rex Ryan is a great coach but some of his personnel need to leave.
Schotty will not return as OC, Mike Pettine's job is certainly not safe, Bill Callahan will likely go, Matt Cavanaugh should go, and Anthony Lynn's job is in jeopardy with the Jets lack of a running game in 2011.
Now, I could easily see Rex Ryan serving duly as head coach and D-Coordinator but it is not guaranteed.
The Jets major needs (in addition to quarterback), include guards, a tackle, a running back or two, and some new coordinators.
The Jets need a shakeup, and if Rex Ryan intends to make a Super Bowl run, they will make them.
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