posted by: Site Admin | 0 comments | NFL Draft
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.
posted by: Site Admin | 0 comments | Jets Regular Season
Rookie NT Kenrick Ellis will start in place of injured DT Mike DeVito who will miss Sunday's game due to a knee injury he suffered last week against the Buffalo Bills. Rookie WR Jeremy Kerley will be back in action returning punts and playing in the slot receiver position. RB LaDainian Tomlinson will be back as well and could also see his role expanded. OL Vlad Ducasse (knee), who was limited in Wednesday and Thursday practice sessions, was a full participant in this morning's session and is listed as "probable."
posted by: Site Admin | 0 comments | Injuries
Both RB LaDainian Tomlinson and WR Jeremy Kerley practiced earlier today and looked ready to go. Rex Ryan expects both players to be active for Sunday's game against the Washington Redskins. DT Mike DeVito and OL Vlad Ducasse both sat out today's session. DeVito has been ruled out for Sunday's game. Ducasse is expected to suit up.
posted by: Site Admin | 0 comments | Injuries
OL Rob Turner broke his right leg in last night's preseason loss against the Houston Texans and will require surgery. Turner is a versatile player who can play basically every position on the offensive line, as well as tight end. He's expected to miss 8-10 weeks. The Jets now have pretty much no solid reliable back-ups on their offensive line and will definitely be in the market for more free agent help.