Most of my first 25 years of life have been cheering
on the New York Jets. Their history
as many know includes many ups and downs. After Hall of Fame quarterback Joe
Namath led Gang Green to a first Super Bowl victory they have not reached this
stage again 45 years later.
Recently New
York came close while QB Vinny
Testeverde and Hall of Fame RB Curtis
Martin led them to an AFC Championship Game appearance in 1999. Successor Chad Pennington would have been much
better if it wasn’t for repeated shoulder injuries. HC Rex Ryan is 0-2 at this
point in Playoff action while his team currently has some issues. Secondary
concerns linger while receiver represents a major problem. Well yesterday’s
Free Agency start saw GM John Idzik
continue a subtle, quiet approach.
There were discussions
with veteran Michael Vick who would
push and/or mentor Geno Smith. Today
wide out Eric Deker has a scheduled visit.
He is solid, but may want too much money. Solid db’s like Jairus Byrd are already gone. If former Jet Darrelle Revis joins the archrival New England Patriots, that would be devastating. So far rumors also include “serious interest”
in running back Maurice Jones-Drew. Action
must take place quickly for an 8-8 team looking to rise.
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