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Garrard Calls It Quits

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:52:19 EDT

QB David Garrad's tenure with the New York Jets turned out to be a short one, as the quarterback reportedly called it quits today citing a knee injury. "Having to call it quits," Garrard wrote in a text to NFL.com's Adam Schein. "My knee is not holding up. Continuing to swell after practices." The team hasn't made an official announcement yet, but Garrard indicated to NFL.com's Jeff Darlington that it will come soon enough.

Jets Release Tebow

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:04:38 EDT

So, it finally happened, the New York Jets released QB Tim Tebow on Monday morning. The move has been expected since the end of last season, but the selection of QB Geno Smith in the second round of this year's Draft pretty much forced the issue.

Jets Go Offense in Later Rounds, Sign UDFAs

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 22:12:32 EDT

The Gang Green kept bolstering their offensive line in later rounds, as they drafted two more linemen. OT Oday Aboushi from Virginia was selected in the fifth round (#141 overall) and OG William Campbell from Michigan was chosen in the sixth (#178 overall). In the final round, the Jets picked FB Tommy Bohanon from Wake Forest.

Jets Select Guard in Third Round, Acquire Chris Ivory

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:12:26 EDT

After selecting QB Geno Smith in the second round, the New York Jets filled a hole in their offensive line, as they picked OG Brian Winters from Kent State in the third round. The 6-4, 320-pound Winters played both tackle positions in college (34 starts at LT, 16 starts at RT), but he will compete for a starting guard spot with OG Vlad Ducasse. Winters lacks elite athleticism, but is regarded as a physical, punishing blocker that the Jets need after losing both starting guards in the offseason.

Jets Pick Geno Smith in Second Round

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 19:18:08 EDT

The New York Jets finally went offense in the second round, as they selected QB Geno Smith from West Virginia. Smith, 6'3", 218 lbs, has the size and ability to be a starter in the NFL. In his senior year Smith threw for 4,205 yards, completing 71.2% of his passes, 42 TD, 6 INT. He appeared to be a leading candidate for the Heisman Trophy during a red-hot start to 2012, but then ran into significant issues in blowout losses to Texas Tech and Kansas State.

Jets Draft Revis' Replacement

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 21:30:30 EDT

After trading CB Darrelle Revis a few days ago to Tampa Bay, the New York Jets didn't waste time finding his potential replacement. The Gang Green selected CB DeMarcus "Dee" Milliner from Alabama at #9 overall. Milliner, 6', 201 lbs, has both size and speed (4.37) to defend against NFL receivers.

Jets Mock Draft: Final Edition

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 09:18:15 EDT

Following the trade of Darrelle Revis to Tampa Bay, the New York Jets now have two selections in the first round of today's NFL Draft - #9 and #13 overall. So, let's take a look at the final predictions from around the web:

Jets Finally Ship Revis to Tampa Bay

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 19:56:37 EDT

The new rebuilding era for the New York Jets has officially begun, as the team traded their best player, CB Darrelle Revis, to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Gang Green will receive Tampa Bay's first round pick (#13 overall) in this year's draft and a fourth round selection in the 2014 draft. The 2014 pick could become a third-rounder if Revis is on Tampa Bay's roster on the third day of the 2014 league year. Revis subsequently signed a 6-year $96M deal with the Bucs.

Sanchez to Tampa Bay?

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 17:35:40 EDT

Christmas could be coming early this year for Jets fans, as according to ProFootballTalk, the New York Jets are in discussions to trade QB Mark Sanchez to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The first round bust signal caller could be part of the package that would also send CB Darrelle Revis to the Bucs in exchange for multiple draft picks.

Jets Mock Draft: Edition 1

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:03:49 EDT

In just 20 days the New York Jets will be on the clock in the 2013 NFL Draft. They have seven selections, including #9 overall, and so many holes to fill. The new GM John Idzik has stated that the draft will be the team's priority in rebuilding the squad that has gone from two championship game appearances in a row to a top 10 draft pick. So, let's take a look at who various sports websites have the Jets select in the first round of their mock drafts.