Tag: muhammad wilkerson

  • Injuries

    Trumaine Johnson goes to IR

    It looks like we've seen the last of CB Trumaine Johnson in Jets uniform, as the team placed him on injured reserve earlier today. Johnson, 29, is arguably the worst free agent signing in the Jets history. He joined the team in 2018 following a rather impressive 6-year stint with the Rams. The Jets signed…

    November 5, 2019

  • Trades

    Jets ship Leonard Williams to Giants

    The New York Jets have traded DE Leonard Williams, a former first round draft pick, to their crosstown rivals, the New York Giants. The Gang Green drafted Williams at #6 overall in 2015 and he's been a major disappointment. Williams' best year was in 2016 when he registered 7.0 sacks and made the Pro Bowl…

    October 28, 2019

  • Editorial

    Who will be the Jets' toughest opponents in 2018?

    After another season that will not enter the annals of the Jets' most memorable campaigns, it's time to look ahead to the fall. We all know that the team needs major improvements in a number of areas, but one factor that could be in their favor in 2018 is the schedule. Last season, the Jets'…

    March 9, 2018

  • Jets Player Release

    Jets release Wilkerson, Forte retires

    The Jets have finally parted ways with DE Muhammad Wilkerson whose play rapidly deteriorated after cashing in on a big contract two years ago. By the end of last season Wilkerson's work ethic went down as much as his on-field performance, as the former Pro Bowler was benched for the final three games due to…

    February 28, 2018

  • Player Contracts

    Jets re-sign Wilkerson to 5-year contract

    DL Muhammad Wilkerson's contract standoff with the Jets is finally over, as the team signed him to a massive 5-year deal. According to various sources, Wilkerson's new contract will pay him roughly $17M per season over five seasons. The deal is worth more than $85M total, including $54M in guaranteed money over three years and…

    July 15, 2016

  • Jets Regular Season

    Revis, Wilkerson and Marshall go to Pro Bowl

    Three players of the New York Jets made this season's Pro Bowl roster: CB Darrelle Revis, DE Muhammad Wilkerson and WR Brandon Marshall. C Nick Mangold and RB Chris Ivory are first alternates. Revis made the squad for the 7th time in his 9-year career. Marshall will be going to his 6th Pro Bowl in…

    December 22, 2015

  • NFL Draft

    Jets draft Leonard Williams in first round

    The New York Jets stayed put in the first round and selected DE Leonard Williams from USC at #6 overall. Williams, 6'5", 291 lbs, is arguably the best player in the draft. He recorded 80 tackles and 7 sacks in 2014 as a junior and was projected as a top 3 pick before the draft.…

    April 30, 2015

  • Jets Regular Season

    Wilkerson makes second All-Pro team

    After being snubbed in the Pro Bowl voting, DE Muhammad Wilkerson got his redemption today as he was selected to the second All-Pro team. Wilkerson had a tremendous year for the Jets. He registered 64 tackles (43 solo), 1 interception and team high 10.5 sacks. He also forced 2 fumbles and defended 3 passes. Wilkerson…

    January 3, 2014

  • Editorial

    Jets defense carries team against high powered Saints

    The Jets defense did everything in their power to ensure that the team did not lose to Drew Brees and his high powered Saints offense. Brees faced constant pressure from the Jets front four which wreaked havoc in the backfield despite only two total sacks on the day. Young guns Quinton Coples, Muhammad Wilkerson, Sheldon…

    November 7, 2013

  • Editorial

    Jekyll & Hyde Jets return in disappointing loss to Bengals

    The New York Jets return to their on and off performances by laying an egg against the Bengals en route to a 40 point loss. Whilst Geno Smith and the offense didn't look particularly sharp early on, the usually stout Jets defense got completely picked apart by third year pro Andy Dalton. It seems as…

    October 31, 2013