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The New York Jets have done the heavy lifting to upgrade their 2022 roster. But a few tweaks are still possible ahead of training camp. For that reason, we take a look at three potential trade targets for the Jets to round out the team. They have restructured the secondary, with safety Jordan Whitehead and […]

Garrett Wilson has already made quite the impression on New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson. Training camp hasn’t even started yet and the Jets franchise QB is blown away by the rookie wide receiver. “The dude is a sponge,” Zach Wilson said this week during organized team activities. “He’s soaking it up, he’s learning a […]

Quinnen Williams would rather be a problem for opposing quarterbacks than his own team, the New York Jets. The defensive lineman said as much Tuesday, deflecting a question from a reporter about his interest in a contract extension. “I just believe the contract will handle itself,” Williams said. “Money will handle itself. I play this […]

Zach Wilson displayed his bulked-up frame and a sense of humor at the New York Jets voluntary organized team activities Tuesday. When asked by a reporter what he thought about coach Robert Saleh calling him “thick” and “beefy,” the second-year quarterback laughed and zinged a one-liner right back. “That dude’s beefy,” Wilson said of the […]

When Roger Craig watches New York Jets rookie running back Breece Hall play, he’s reminded of a certain former NFL star. Himself. “He has the tools and I like his style of play,” Craig told ESPN’s Rich Cimini. “Breece runs the ball, he catches out of the backfield, he blocks. He does everything, like me. […]

The New York Jets filled quite a few big holes on the roster with their haul in the 2022 NFL Draft. And they’re hopeful that they’ll develop another useful player or two from the group of undrafted rookie free agents they signed. There’s no doubt all eyes will be on first-round picks Sauce Gardner, Garrett […]

Joe Douglas is smart enough to know that things can go sideways quickly in the National Football League, especially for the New York Jets. So, while he basks in the afterglow of the 2022 NFL Draft, the Jets general manager needs only to look back at his first draft class with the team to see […]

The New York Jets have lofty aspirations entering the 2022 NFL season. They have already made a number of significant additions to the roster and quarterback Zach Wilson is primed for a breakout season. New York’s staple of mediocrity could finally come to an end this year. However, former NFL QB Brady Quinn believes otherwise. […]

The New York Jets had the best draft of any team in the NFL, improving their young core vastly. New York had a surplus of draft picks, which they used well to find foundation-building pieces for their franchise. The Jets had three picks in the first round, which they used to select cornerback Ahmad “Sauce” […]

A heavy dose of reality arrived for the New York Jets when the 2022 NFL schedule was announced Thursday. The Jets have a brutal slate the first nine weeks of the season, before it eases up a bit after their Week 10 bye. The virtual minefield begins with four straight games against the AFC North. […]

The New York Jets have had an impressive offseason, but they’re not quite done retooling their roster. There are more playmakers for Zach Wilson to utilize on offense, with wide receiver Garrett Wilson and running back Breece Hall selected in the 2022 NFL Draft. They also signed tight ends C.J. Uzomah and Tyler Conklin in […]

Carl Lawson provided a positive update on his status for training camp after missing the 2021 season with a torn achilles tendon and a scary good take on what to expect from the New York Jets defensive line. “I’m going to be good to go, but it’s kind of up to the organization, how they […]

The New York Jets are hoping that newly-acquired tight end CJ Uzomah and second-year quarterback Zach Wilson can quickly develop a strong rapport. After landing in New York following an excellent season with the Cincinnati Bengals, Uzomah is looking to become a key contributor on the Jets’ offense. Fans will be delighted to hear his […]

Rare has been the day in the history of the New York Jets that they’ve been celebrated for their selections in the NFL Draft. But general manager Joe Douglas and his staff have received near-universal acclaim for their work in the 2022 draft, a haul that included three first-round picks and four potential starters this […]

The New York Jets are relying heavily on a collection of young players to break their massive playoff drought. One of those players is rookie edge rusher Jermaine Johnson. The Florida State product, who was picked 26th overall by New York in the 2022 NFL Draft, could be a huge piece to the defense along […]

Robert Saleh described Zach Wilson in a way the coach never had since the New York Jets selected the quarterback with the No. 2 pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. “He looks beefy,” Saleh said with a laugh Saturday, before quickly adding, “in a good way.” Coach Saleh gives an update on @ZachWilson and the […]

Jermaine Johnson was the unexpected gift that put an exclamation point on the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft for the New York Jets. Already thrilled to have selected stud cornerback Ahmad “Sauce” Gardner from Cincinnati with the fourth pick and talented wide receiver Garrett Wilson from Ohio State at No. 10, the Jets […]

Denzel Mims barely even warmed the bench during his first two NFL seasons, but New York Jets general manager Joe Douglas said the wide receiver seems ready to bring the heat this season. “He’s come back really on fire,” Douglas said in an interview Tuesday on WFAN. The Jets GM noted Mims is in “great […]

Zach Wilson was arguably the worst quarterback in the NFL last season. The 22-year old out of BYU entered the league with lofty expectations but finished with more interceptions than touchdowns and an underwhelming 55.6 completion percentage in his rookie season. To make matters worse, the Jets went just 3-10 in games that Wilson started. […]

When Mekhi Becton sustained a dislocated right kneecap in the New York Jets regular season opener against the Carolina Panthers last season, it was expected the big tackle would be out 4-8 weeks. Nearly eight months later, general manager Joe Douglas said in an interview Tuesday on WFAN-FM in New York that Becton is “still […]

The 2022 NFL Draft has concluded which means it’s time to evaluate the biggest winners and losers. It was a wild weekend, but each franchise walked away with a new haul of rookie prospects. Some teams knocked it out of the park, while others were a bit questionable on Day 2. Click here for our […]

The 2022 NFL Draft wasn’t lacking in talent at all, as several teams got quite the talented haul even in the latter part of the first round. One of them was Jermaine Johnson II, who was selected by the New York Jets as the 26th overall pick. Some observers felt that Johnson could be drafted […]

The 2022 NFL Draft was one of the most exciting draft weekends in recent memory. With so many big trades and surprise selections, there was bound to be some teams that performed exceedingly well. With that being said, let’s get into the five biggest winners of the 2022 NFL Draft. 5. The New York Giants […]

The New York Jets came away like bandits during the 2022 NFL Draft. Armed with four of the top 36 pick, three coming in the first round and two in the top 10, it was more than likely that they would collect some high-level talent. But their haul came out much more tantalizing than initially […]

For the third straight draft, the New York Jets selected a running back, as they traded up to pick former Iowa State star Breece Hall in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft. The Jets’ call to select Hall did not come as much of a surprise to the versatile running back. He touched […]

The New York Jets’ hunt for a big-time wide receiver ended at pick number 10 of the NFL Draft. They selected Ohio State’s Garrett Wilson after missing out on Tyreek Hill and failing to acquire Deebo Samuel. While the Miami Dolphins paid five draft picks to acquire Hill from the Kansas City Chiefs, the Jets […]

The first round of the 2022 NFL Draft is complete. 32 players have been selected, the names have been called and hope has sprung up in cities all across the NFL landscape. It was just as wacky as the offseason at large, and there were surprises all the way from Travon Walker to Lewis Cine. […]

Regardless of his on-field production, Ahmad “Sauce” Gardner likely has already staked his claim as the coolest player in the 2022 NFL Draft. Gardner did not last on the draft board long Thursday, with the Jets jumping at the chance to add him to their roster.   The fourth overall pick oozed swagger when walking […]

Ahmad “Sauce” Gardner, the player who is most projected to be the best cornerback in the 2022 NFL Draft, has been selected by New York Jets with the 4th overall selection. Gardner shined for the Cincinnati Bearcats last season. He was the American Athletic Conference Defensive Player of the Year and a first-team AP All-American, recording 40 total […]

With the 2022 NFL Draft finally here, teams’ general strategies are finalized, or they’re at least close. The New York Jets figure to be one of the most-watched teams on Draft Day, considering their surplus of early picks and the various needs on the roster. The Jets have the chance to put together an incredibly […]

The New York Jets are about to enter Year 2 of the Zach Wilson experience. While Wilson had a rather up and down rookie campaign, the Jets want to make sure he gets a fair shake to show what he can do. The Jets picked up two solid tight ends in C.J. Uzomah and Tyler […]

With the news dropping last week that Deebo Samuel has no intention of continuing to play for the San Francisco 49ers, 31 other NFL GMs have likely scrambled to their war rooms to discuss what they could give up in a trade to acquire what might be the most versatile offensive weapon in the NFL […]

The New York Jets will have two top-10 picks in the 2022 NFL Draft! It’s time to continue our NFL odds series with a Jets prediction and pick for selections four and 10. The Jets are in a prime position to finally be on the other side of a rebuilding stage after this draft. After […]

The drama in San Francisco has produced a myriad of storylines in regards to a potential Deebo Samuel trade. It began with stirrings that the superstar may not be happy with the 49ers. Those stirrings developed into facts after Samuel requested a trade. However, the 49ers then declared they had no intention of dealing him […]

In what’s been the wildest NFL free agency period in recent memory, some of the biggest names in the game have changed teams in the blink of an eye. However, there have also been some quality free agent signings that have been vastly overlooked. With teams pulling out all the stops to build a championship […]

The New York Jets are hoping for a big season from young quarterback Zach Wilson in 2022 after a rather underwhelming rookie season from the 2021 No. 2 overall pick. While some fans are still questioning whether Wilson can truly be the leader that turns around the struggling franchise, GM Joe Douglas has cast aside […]

It’s officially draft week, everyone. After the most incredible, fast paced, and bizarre early offseason in recent memory, it’s time to turn down the crazy and just enjoy the 2022 NFL Draft, right? Oh, you couldn’t be more wrong. Things are only getting started. Teams are making transactions and the currency used is draft picks. […]

The New York Jets have two of the top-10 picks in the 2022 NFL Draft, and they’re ready to use one to acquire Deebo Samuel. Many expect the Jets to hang on to the fourth pick. But according to Pro Football Network’s Tony Pauline, Joe Douglas is ready to move the 10th overall selection if […]

The Washington Commanders may be forced to move one of their best players this offseason. Wide receiver Terry McLaurin is up for an extension, but the front office doesn’t seem totally willing to give him the money he’s asking for. This isn’t a unique situation, as Deebo Samuel of the San Francisco 49ers is in […]