What the Jets might do with two roster spots By Dan Leberfeld Posted Oct 28, 2008 By putting quarterback Eric Ainge and running back Jessie Chatman on IR, the Jets now have two open roster spots. What might they do with these two openings? One move that would make sense is to re-sign tight end Jason Pociask, who was cut at the end of training camp. With Bubba Franks (groin) and Chris Baker (hip/back) both hobbling, the Jets need a tight end, and Pociask is currently a street free agent, after a brief stint in New England. Another move that could be in the offing is the elevation of either running back Jehuu Caulcrick or linebacker Kenwin Cummings from the practice squad. With Chatman done for the year, the Jets are down to two tailbacks. While Caulcrick is listed as a fullback, he was a tailback at Michigan State. He can play both positions. And at 255 pounds, he would give the Jets the jumbo back they are lacking. It would be a very nice jesture to elevate the Western New York native for the game at Buffalo. Cummings, who was one of the stars of training camp, might be needed with David Harris' groin injury. It would be surprising if Harris plays this week.
I know Kenwin Cummings only played against 2nd team ofeense's in preseason, but he was all over the field and a sure tackler
Mangini won't use either of these guys. He'll go with the more high-character, cerebral guys because they know how to win. Maybe we can re-sign Matt Chatham and insert him to the starting lineup; that guy's a real winner.
I was thinking we would re-sign that Montgomery cat that we've been signing and cutting over and over again all season. Also, we need a backup long-snapper.
Signing Cummings is a no-brainer. We need a replacement for Harris and Cummings looked great this preseason. I'd like to see the team sign Pociask. We could use a good run-blocking TE with Baker and Franks out. Pociask would add some punch to our running game. Caulcrick I'd keep on the practice squad. If TJ or Leon gets hurt, sign him then. But I could see the Jets choosing Caulcrick over Pociask if they want to give TJ more rest in the second half of the season.
I agree for the most part. But I think now is a good time to sign Caulcrick, especially since there's a reason to with Chatman out. Also, I'd hate to see someone sign him off the Practice Squad in in like two weeks, then only to have Jones or Washington go down.
