Happy Father’s Day, New York Jets fans. Whether you are a Dad or are celebrating with one, I hope your day is as special as you hope that it will be. Many of us have stories to tell about how our fathers got us into both NFL football and the Jets. Here is the story…
Adam Gase looked happier than he ever has while attending the New York Jets press conference to introduce general manager Joe Douglas. He was effusive with his praise: “His communication is outstanding, and his evaluation skills are unbelievable,” Gase said. “He’s probably one of the most respected personnel people around the league, not only by…
“Who says you can’t go home?” That line is from a song by one New Jersey’s prodigal sons, Jon Bon Jovi. The truth of that line became clear on Friday when the Jets re-signed on of their favorite sons, Bilal Powell. After playing only seven games last season it seemed that his career in New…
As we sit in the off-season, watching the team go through spring practices, we look at where we are. The biggest point of discussion so far has been the coach, Adam Gase. What has he really been up to? Will he make a positive impact on the team? Will he divide the locker room like…
Finally the New York Jets have started to schedule interviews for the vacant general manager position. As noted by Rich Cimini of ESPN, the list of names includes Joe Douglas, Champ Kelly, and Scott Fitterer. Terry Fontenot and George Paton also have been asked, but there is a report from Connor Hughes of the Atlantic…
Well this group has changed over the last couple of days, has it not? We are almost two days removed from the decision that brought the New York Jets back onto the sports pages in big letters. For anyone who may have somehow missed it, our leader, Christopher Nimbley and I outlined the decision to…
It is never dull in the land of the New York Jets. This morning they have stunned by firing general manager Mike Maccagnan. Here is the statement from acting owner Christopher Johnson: “This morning, I informed Mike that he was being relieved of his duties as General Manager of the team, effective immediately. Mike helped…
When talking about the players of this league, we hear too often about the “divas”. We hear about the players that believe that being in the NFL is a right, not a privilege. They are the ones that demand playing time, make trouble on the field and often off the field as well. These players…
The Jets skilled position players have been a much-maligned group for years. Remember a couple of years ago, when the Jets were heading into the season with Josh McCown? The Jets were dubbed the worst roster in the league. Especially when talking about the national media, we talk about the lack of respect for our…
We hear a great deal about the retired players and the treatment they receive from the league. We hear about lawsuits, funds, benefits, and everything else, but it isn’t always concrete. It’s not a situation we can all understand to the same level. However, when we see the plight of Jets legend Mark Gastineau it…