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New York Jets Re-Sign Linebacker Josh Mauga; Tender Jeff Cumberland
March 10th, 2013 at 5:23 PM
The first domino of the 2013 free agent period for the New York Jets fell on Saturday, albeit a small domino, as they re-signed Josh Mauga, a linebacker and special teamer who missed the last 11 games of the 2012 season. They also made a $1.32 million tender offer to...
Louie Aguiar Hired as New York Jets Assistant Special Teams Coordinator
February 5th, 2013 at 12:24 PM
With Mike Westhoff retiring, New York Jets assistant special teams coordinator Ben Kotwica has moved into the role of special teams coordinator. To fill his spot, the Jets have hired former NFL punter Louie Aguiar. Louie Aguiar punted for the Jets, Kansas City Chiefs, Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears...
New York Jets Look Back Series: New York Jets 2007 Season
January 10th, 2013 at 8:07 PM
In 2007 the New York Jets suffered their only losing record, 4-12, during the three year tenure of former Bill Belichick assistant coach, Eric Mangini. The Jets made two key acquisitions during the 2007 NFL Draft that still resonate to the current squad.
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Now former Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum really...
New York Jets: 13 Players Signed to Future/Reserve Contracts
January 5th, 2013 at 8:07 AM
Despite the New York Jets lacking a general manager, currently with interviews starting Friday and over the weekend to fill that position, they did sign an even "baker's" dozen players, mostly former practice squad players to future/reserve contracts this week. Phil Simms' son Matt was brought back again at quarterback.
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New York Jets Versus Buffalo Bills: Week 17 Wrap-Up
January 2nd, 2013 at 4:48 PM
The New York Jets capped their 2012 season with a loss to the Bills in Buffalo, 28-9. They finished with a 6-10 record and based upon losing to Tennessee and San Diego they will have the number nine pick in the 2013 NFL Draft.
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New York Jets Versus San Diego Chargers Week 16 Injury Report; Inactives
December 23rd, 2012 at 11:55 AM
As the New York Jets play out the string they turn to Greg McElroy at quarterback to audition for a possible bigger role with the team next season. Expect more playing time for many younger players as the Jets will start looking towards the 2013 season during the coming offseason.
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New York Jets Versus Tennessee Titans: Week 15 Wrap-Up
December 19th, 2012 at 9:17 PM
After the New York Jets lost Monday night at the Tennessee Titans, 14-10, they now are mathematically eliminated from the 2012 NFL Playoffs. Five turnovers did in the Jets and an inconsistent offense that developed no rhythm during the game, since the defense was stout as usual.
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New York Jets Versus Tennessee Titans Week 15 Injury Report: Inactives
December 17th, 2012 at 7:45 PM
For yet another week the NFL deals with tragedy, this time on a more national stage, but it cuts closer to home for the New York Jets. The cross stadium rival Giants and Patriots also honored the memory of those lost at Sandy Hook Elementary School last Friday as will...
New York Jets’ Playoff Scenarios: Who to Root for Tomorrow in Sunday’s NFL Games
December 15th, 2012 at 3:29 PM
The New York Jets do have some viable playoff scenarios, a fact that surely leaves some scratching their heads. After last week's in over the Jacksonville Jaguars we wrote that we would try to refrain from the playoff madness, but there is too much confusion and too many questions about...
New York Jets Versus Jacksonville Jaguars: Week 14 Wrap-Up
December 12th, 2012 at 8:20 PM
The New York Jets got another needed victory Sunday, 17-10 over the Jaguars in Jacksonville. This puts their record at 6-7 and in eighth place in the overall AFC standings so the possibility still exists of making the playoffs. They will face the Titans in Tennessee next Monday night.
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New York Jets Versus Jacksonville Jaguars Week 14 Injury Report; Inactives
December 9th, 2012 at 12:18 PM
Many New York Jets fans, myself included, expected the jets might have all three quarterbacks active today, but alas head coach Rex Ryan has decided to inactivate Greg McElroy. Dustin Keller will also be sitting, so we may see a Hayden Smith sighting or two in this afternoon's game.
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New York Jets Versus Arizona Cardinals Week 13 Injury Report; Inactives
December 2nd, 2012 at 11:55 AM
In the wake of the tragedy in Kansas City the entire NFL will return to action today but with many players, especially the Chiefs thinking about there departed teammate. We certainly hope such a tragedy never occurs again, and remember that football is just a game, life is real and...
New York Jets Look Back Series: New York Jets 1997 Season
November 28th, 2012 at 5:07 PM
Even before the 1997 season started the New York Jets made a bold move in hiring Bill Parcells away from the New England Patriots to be their head coach. This season would start the Jets return to more national prominence after decades of mostly losing seasons.
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New York Jets Versus New England Patriots Week 12 Injury Report; Inactives
November 22nd, 2012 at 7:45 PM
Well this game is the final of the new normal of three on Thanksgiving Day and the New York Jets second turkey day game in the last five seasons. Earlier today the Jets elevated three players off of the practice squad to round out the roster, wide receiver Jordan White...
New York Jets Versus St. Louis Rams Week 11 Injury Report: Inactives
November 18th, 2012 at 12:12 PM
The New York Jets visit the team that might be considered "Jets West" today in the St. Louis Rams since they sport former offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer, as well as former Jets players Robert Turner, Wayne Hunter, Matthew Mulligan, Kellen Clemens and the inactive for today Terrance Ganaway. Surprisingly running...
New York Jets Sign Running Back Kahlil Bell, Release Aaron Maybin
November 14th, 2012 at 10:08 AM
Late on Tuesday the New York Jets had a flurry of roster activity. After working out two running backs earlier in the day they signed former Chicago Bear Kahlil Bell, to give them another healthy back with Bilal Powell suffering a concussion and Joe McKnight still recovering from an ankle...
