Tag: tony richardson

  • Jets Free Agent Signings

    Tony Richardson back with Jets, Revis speaks

    One day after releasing FB Tony Richardson, the New York Jets brought the 16-year veteran back. The Jets needed three roster spots Sunday after acquiring three players on waivers, so they cut Richardson, WR David Clowney and RB Chauncey Washington. When it became apparent that CB Darrelle Revis was going to end his holdout, the…

    September 6, 2010

  • Jets Player Release

    Jets release Clowney and Richardson

    The New York Jets released FB Tony Richardson and WR David Clowney. The Richardson move is definitely quite a surprise, as the 16-year veteran is one of the vocal leaders on this team. It's possible the team could bring back Richardson after Week 1, when his veteran minimum salary of $855,000 would not be guaranteed.…

    September 5, 2010

  • Player Contracts

    Jets sign first draft pick

    The New York Jets signed 5th round pick FB John Conner to a 4-year, $1.99M deal that included a $199,000 signing bonus today. The contract has an escalator in the fourth year that could make the value of the deal worth $2.73M. Conner earned the nickname "Terminator" at Kentucky for obvious reasons, but he was…

    June 4, 2010

  • NFL Draft

    Jets send Leon Washington to Seattle

    The New York Jets made another trade in the 2010 NFL Draft, as they sent RB Leon Washington to the Seattle Seahawks along with their #236 overall pick (7th round) for Seattle's #139 overall (5th round) and selected FB John Conner from Kentucky. Conner, 5'11", 246 lbs, played in the final twelve games of his…

    April 24, 2010

  • Injuries

    Thursday injury update

    DE Shaun Ellis, FB Tony Richardson and RB Thomas Jones were back on the field today after missing yesterday's practice session. Ellis, who has a broken hand and a banged up knee, was limited. Richardson (rib) and Jones fully participated in the practice session. S Kerry Rhodes injured his right knee during practice. He had…

    January 21, 2010

  • Injuries

    Wednesday injury report, Edwards to remain a Jet

    DE Shaun Ellis and FB Tony Richardson missed today's practice due to injuries suffered last Sunday against the San Diego Chargers. Ellis has a broken hand but is expected to play against the Colts. Richardson has a rib injury and was held out for precautionary reasons. He should be ready for Sunday as well. RB…

    January 20, 2010

  • Morning Stream

    Morning stream - Clemens throws another interception

    This morning TheGangGreen.com introduces a new series of articles called "Morning Stream", which will include Jets-related news from around the Internet blog sphere. Hopefully, I'll be able to keep this thing going on a regular basis and, as always, if you want to contribute in any way, please drop me a line. So, here we…

    August 5, 2009

  • Jets Free Agent Signings

    Jets sign Pro Bowl fullback

    The New York Jets have added yet another free agent to their roster, FB Tony Richardson. The financial terms were not disclosed, but the deal is for one year. Richardson, 36, a three-time Pro Bowl and two-time All Pro selection, has played for the Chiefs and Vikings. At the end of the 2007-2008 season, the…

    March 6, 2008