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The New York Jets continue their offseason practices today, which wrap up tomorrow, with mandatory minicamp taking place June 11-13.  The quarterback competition was on again and while neither QB took control Mark Sanchez was 9-of-19 (47% COMP) while Geno Smith went 5-of-9 (55% COMP) with an interception: Sanchez 9 of 19. Geno 5 of [...]

Still without a general manager the New York Jets have also lost a total of 9 coaches since the end of the season: Tony Sparano:  Coming as no surprise the former Miami Dolphins head coach was let go after one season producing the 30th ranked offense in the NFL.  The Jets are looking at potential [...]

With the New York Jets coming off a terrible 6-10 season there is plenty of blame to go around just make sure not to mention “retired” special teams coach Mike Westhoff as one of the culprits for the poor record. Westhoff appeared on Miami sports radio station 560 WQAM and proceeded to rip every facet [...]

The New York Jets owner Woody Johnson and head coach Rex Ryan met the public today.  It was the first time any representative of the team has personally addressed the situation surrounding the organization since the last game 12/30/12.  Only a written statement by Johnson removing then general manager Mike Tannenbaum but keeping coach Ryan [...]

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The Final Drill

by Rick Allen on January 1, 2013

JetNation, our long national nightmare is over.  Of course paraphrasing an inaugurated president lacks a little historical perspective, but it has been a long, frustrating season for everyone associated with this franchise.  Apparently so much so for Woody Johnson that he had removed himself, at least physically, from the situation.  He has not been seen [...]

Jets Run Over Rams, 27-13

November 18, 2012

The Jets got a much needed win this week, beating up on the St. Louis Rams, 27-13. The score probably should have been higher, but the offense was completely inept through the first quarter. Nick Folk had a field goal blocked and missed his first field goal of the season. The win improves the Jets [...]

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Has Mike Westhoff Already Retired

October 31, 2012

Jets special teams coach Mike Westhoff has long been considered one of the tops in his field.  He has overcome many difficult personal health issues battling cancer and has persevered to have a potential Hall of Fame coaching career.  It was known that this would be Westhoff’s last season coaching in the NFL as he [...]

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2012 Training Camp Preview: Special Teams

July 27, 2012
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By Dennis Agapito and Ron Pickett – (Link Offense) (Link Defense) Often an overlooked aspect of football is the play of special teams (kicks, punts and returns). Special teams coordinator Mike Westhoff has long been considered one of the best at coaching his unit. 2011 however was not the best year for the Jets specials [...]

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Coaches Corner

June 21, 2012
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As the New York Jets enter “quiet time,” diehards will continue to discuss what the team still needs to start the 2012 season on the right foot.  Player potential is currently based on the performance from mini-camp.  These accusations should be taken lightly because pads were not worn.  Fans and analysts alike should form more [...]

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Tim Tebow Talks About Special Teams

May 25, 2012
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Tim Tebow spoke to the media on Thursday and gave his thoughts on playing special teams. On if his situation with the Jets is much different than his situation in Denver… Obviously it is different, a different environment, different people. But as far as going out there and having fun and making the best of [...]

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