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July 30, 2010Jets Sign Coles, Extend Rex Ryan and Tannenbaum
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The New York Jets signed WR Laveranues Coles, who already played for the Jets in 2000-2002 and 2005-2008, to a 1-year deal. Coles, 32, was drafted by the Gang Green in the 3rd round of the 2000 NFL Draft and had a career year in 2002 when he caught 89 passes for 1,264 yards. Last season Coles had only 43 receptions (his lowest output since rookie season) for 514 yards, 5 TDs.
Having lost all faith in QB Kellen Clemens' ability to be a solid backup to QB Mark Sanchez, the New York Jets signed QB Mark Brunell, a 39-year veteran who spent his best years with the Jaguars and the Redskins. Last two seasons Brunell served as Drew Brees' backup with the Saints where he won the Super Bowl last year.
July 27, 2010Terrell Owens to the Jets?
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According to ESPN, the New York Jets have contacted WR Terrell Owens' agent, Drew Rosenhaus, and have debated the idea of bringing the high-profile wide receiver to training camp. A deal between the Jets and Owens still is considered a long shot; one person estimated the Jets' chances at signing Owens at "20 percent."
April 25, 2010Jets Begin Signing Undrafted Free Agents
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The New York Jets will officially announce their undrafted free agent signings later this week, but here are some of the players that, according to various sources, have been signed by the Gang Green: CB Donovan Warren (Michigan), DT Mick Williams (Pittsburgh), SS Cory Reamer (Alabama), OG Charlie Tanner (Texas), WR Philip Kirkland (Bethune-Cookman), DE Kevin Basped (Nevada), WR/TE Jeff Cumberland (Illinois) and OT Keith Buckman (North Dakota State). S Marcus Ezoff (California) will be invited to rookie minicamp on a tryout basis.
April 20, 2010Jason Taylor Joins Gang Green
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According to various sources, LB Jason Taylor has agreed in principle to sign a contract with the New York Jets, the team he so often bad mouthed in the past. ESPN's Adam Schefter writes it's a 2-year deal worth $13.75M, but the second year is irrelevant. So, it's really a 1-year, $3.75M contract.
April 15, 2010Leon Expected To Sign Tender, Jets Push For Taylor
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RB Leon Washington is expected to sign his 1-year tender on Thursday, the final day of the RFA signing period. Washington's tender is a 2nd rounder, which means he will make$1.759 million in the upcoming season. Washington has been skipping the Jets' voluntary workouts, hoping to attract other teams despite last year's season ending leg injury.
April 13, 2010Clemens Signs Tender, Washington Keeps Waiting
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Restricted free agent QB Kellen Clemens signed his tender contract offer from the Jets on Monday afternoon. Clemens received a 3rd round tender despite being drafted in the 2nd round, as the Jets used 2nd round tenders on RB Leon Washington and WR Brad Smith. Clemens will make $1.176M this season.
April 11, 2010Taylor Will Wait To Decide On The Jets
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According to various sources, LB Jason Taylor's agent, Gary Wichard, has stated that his client won't make a decision about whether or not to join the New York Jets until mid-week at the earliest. Wichard said that "it's not even about a contract. It's about Jason making the decision with his wife to move up to New York and play. When that's decided he'll have an opportunity to move forward in one direction or another."
April 8, 2010Jets Pursue Jason Taylor, D-Brick Happy With Contract
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Earlier today LB/DE Jason Taylor was given a tour of the Jets facility and introduced to some of his potential teammates. LB Calvin Pace and DE Shaun Ellis both expressed their desire to see Taylor as in green and white. "I think it’s be good for us," Pace said. "It's always good to add another body to the mix. His track record speaks for itself so it’s positive."
March 19, 2010Special Teams Ace Lance Laury Signs With Jets
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The New York Jets signed LB Lance Laury, a special teams ace who has spent his entire career with the Seattle Seahawks. He joined Seattle in 2006 as an undrafted free agent and became their special teams captain. The 6'2", 237 lbs special teams standout recorded 21 tackles (15 solo) last season and forced one fumble while playing in every game.
March 14, 2010Tomlinson Signs With Jets
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Future Hall of Famer, RB LaDainian Tomlinson, has agreed on a 2-year contract worth $5.2M with the New York Jets. This contract can escalate to $5.7M. He will replace RB Thomas Jones who was released by the Jets earlier this month and signed by the Chiefs.
March 11, 2010Jets Sign Poole, Await Tomlinson
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The New York Jets have reached an agreement with S Brodney Pool, a 6-year veteran who spent his entire career with the Cleveland Browns. According to ESPN, it's a 1-year deal worth $1.3M.
March 10, 2010Jets Looking To Add Depth To Secondary
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The New York Jets are hosting their first free agents this offseason - S Brodney Pool (Browns) and CB Marlin Jackson (Colts). The Jets, who have recently gotten rid of S Kerry Rhodes, CB Donald Strickland and CB Lito Sheppard, lack depth in their secondary and we should expect more free agent defensive backs in Florham Park in the coming days.
March 3, 2010Jets Tender Three Players. Interested In Cromartie
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The New York Jets have placed a second-round tender on RB Leon Washington, which is basically a 1-year deal worth $1.759M that gives the Jets the right of first refusal. If another team makes a bid to sign Washington and the Jets decline to match the offer, the Gang Green would receive a second-round pick.
March 2, 2010Adalius Thomas To The Jets?
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According to CSNNE.com, Patriots LB Adalius Thomas would be interested in playing for Rex Ryan. LB Bart Scott said on ESPN radio that he was hanging with Thomas during the Pro Bowl weekend and Thomas "made it public that he's expressed interest in joining [Ryan]. I think some of his better years of his career have been a part of the Ravens defense and under Rex Ryan's tutelage. It'll be exciting."
February 23, 2010Jets Sign Kicker, Feely Expected To Be Let Go
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The New York Jets have signed former Dallas Cowboys PK Nick Folk. who make the Pro Bowl as a rookie in 2007. The Gang Green signed him to a league minimum one-year deal.
October 27, 2009Jets Bring Back Justin Miller
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The New York Jets have signed KR/CB Justin Miller to replace injured RB Leon Washington on kickoff returns. Miller, 25, was drafted by the Jets in the second round of the 2005 NFL Draft. He spent the first three years of his career with the Gang Green before being waived on November 11, 2008 and replaced by CB Ty Law. Justin Miller returned three kickoff for touchdowns during his career in New York and then added two more in 2008 for the Oakland Raiders. Miller went to the Pro Bowl in 2006 when he returned two kickoffs for touchdowns and averaged 28.3 yards per return.
September 16, 2009Jets Bring Back Marquice Cole, Release Simmons
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The New York Jets have signed recently released CB Marquice Cole to practice squad and released TE Jack Simmons from practice squad. Cole was released earlier this week to make room for DE Shaun Ellis who was suspended for Week 1. Simmons had plenty of chances to make the team but drops in preseason games basically sealed his fate. He was released on the final roster cutdown day and then signed to practice squad.
September 8, 2009Woodhead Is Back With Jets, Injury Update
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The New York Jets brought back RB Danny Woodhead, who ran for 158 yards in the final preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles. He was signed earlier today to practice squad. The Jets also released FB Jehuu Caulcrick to make room for Woodhead.
September 8, 2009Jets Sign Linebacker, DeVito Injured
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According to Jets Confidential, the New York Jets signed LB Ryan Fowler, a 6-year veteran who has played for the Titans and Cowboys. According to the same source, the Jets released FB Jason Davis to make room for Fowler.
September 2, 2009Jets Sign Tight End Ben Hartsock
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The New York Jets filled an obvious void today, as they signed TE Ben Hartsock to back up TE Dustin Keller. Hartsock, 6'4", 264 lbs, is a 6-year veteran who has played for Indianapolis, Tennessee and Atlanta. He has started in 26 games in his career (56 games total) and caught 27 passes for 273 yards. Hartsock was released yesterday by the Falcons and the Jets were among at least 6 teams interested in his services. He signed a 1-year deal worth $1.275M and will be used primarily as a blocker. The Gang Green waived P Glenn Pakulak to fit Hartsock on their 75-man roster.
August 5, 2009Jets Move In Quickly To Claim Speedy Wideout
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The New York Jets didn't waste any time to claim former Vikings WR Aundrae Allison off waivers this afternoon. Allison, 25, is a 2-year veteran who was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the 5th round of the 2007 NFL Draft.
May 11, 2009Jets Have No Interest In Jones
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Contrary to various reports that the Jets might be interested in troubled CB Adam "Pacman" Jones, the New York Daily News reports that the Jets have no desire to deal with the 25-year old cornerback who's had various legal issues throughout his career. Besides Jones' unpredictable behavior, signing him would make little sense as the Gang Green are pretty much set at cornerback where they have Darrelle Revis and recently acquired Lito Sheppard as their starters.
April 26, 2009Undrafted Free Agent Hunt Begins
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As soon as the 2009 NFL Draft concluded, the Jets, along with other NFL teams, rushed to grab the best undrafted talent. We've learned from various sourced that the Gang Green thus far have signed the following undrafted free agents:
March 12, 2009Jets Add Another Free Agent
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The New York Jets have agreed to terms with unrestricted free-agent DL Howard Green on a one-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.
March 3, 2009Jets Get Another Ravens Defensman
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Head coach Rex Ryan lured his second starter from the Baltimore Ravens when the New York Jets reached a 3-year deal with safety S Jim Leonhard on Tuesday. Leonhard, 26, is a 4-year veteran who joined Baltimore last season after spending the first two seasons of his NFL career with the Buffalo Bills. He played in all 16 games for the Ravens, registering 69 tackles (55 solo), 1 sack and 1 interception.
February 27, 2009Jets Sign Scott From Ravens
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The New York Jets made their first move in free agency as they reached an agreement with LB Bart Scott. Scott, a 7-year veteran, spent his entire career with the Baltimore Ravens. Last season he registered 82 total tackles (61 solo), 1.5 sacks and forced 2 fumbles.
November 10, 2008Ty Law Is Back In Green
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According to ESPN, CB Ty Law agreed to a one-year deal with the New York Jets on Monday and is set to play Thursday night against the Patriots. Ty Law, five-time Pro Bowler, spent the 2005 season with the Jets, intercepting career-high 10 passes.
