Glenn Naughton

Grading the Jets 2015 Draft

Conventional wisdom says that before you can fairly judge a draft class, you must first give those players chosen a minimum of three pro seasons.  Well, for Mike Maccagnan’s first ever draft, the three year mark is now behind us.  How did he do?  Let’s take a look. DL Leonard Williams- Round 1 (6th overall): … Read more

Darron Lee Comments on Shutting Down Gronk; Other Jets Notes

Just a few notes, quotes and links to recent articles pertaining to Gang Green as the season comes to a close. While rookie safety Jamal Adams was credited with an outstanding performance against Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski who went without a single catch for the first time in his career, it appears linebacker Darron… Read more

Jalin Marshall, Claude Pelon, Seven Others Signed to Reserve/Future Contracts

The Jets have signed nine players to future/reserve contracts following the conclusion of their season.  Among those added were wide receiver Jalin Marshall and defensive lineman Claude Pelon.  The full list is below. WR Jalin Marshall DL Claude Pelon QB Joel Stave OG Ben Braden OT Korren Kirven WR Tre McBride DB Terrell Sinkfield WR… Read more

What we Know as Jets Enter Year two of Rebuild

When General Manager Mike Maccagnan and Head Coach Todd Bowles took the helm for Woody Johnson’s Jets three seasons ago, they were taking over what was arguably the least talented roster in the NFL.  A wild spending spree and career year from quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick had the Jets knocking on the door of the playoffs… Read more

PFF Highlights Adams in Season-Ending Loss

Other than moving up a couple of slots in the draft on the final day of the 2017 season to sixth overall, the Jets didn’t have a whole lot to be happy about.  As usual, the folks at profootballfocus.com released a snap shot of the best and worst performers for Gang Green, and rookie Jamal… Read more

Forte, Judd Head to IR; Lucky Whitehead, Jahad Thomas Activated

Prior to their season finale in New England, the Jets have placed running backs Matt Forte and Akeem Judd on injured reserve.  Forte has likely played his final game as a Jet and any hopes Judd may have had at making his debut in the season’s final game are gone. https://twitter.com/nyjets/status/947199223019261953 In their place, WR/PR… Read more

Winters Reveals Playing With Serious Injury Since Week 2

For those Jets fans wondering how and why right guard Brian Winters spent most of this season struggling mightily on the O-line after a stellar 2016, it seems we have an answer. Winters took to twitter explaining to fans that he’s been playing with a torn abdominal muscle and abductor since week two. https://twitter.com/bjwint67 While… Read more

With a new Deal in Hand, Time for Mac to Come up big at Premium Positions

If Jets GM Mike Maccagnan were up to bat swinging for the fences (unlikely using a Louisville Slugger) with hitting on premium positions being balls and strikes, it would look a little something like this. Quarterback: Strike one Pass rusher: Strike two Left tackle: fouled that one off his foot Cornerback: Strike three…looking Like every… Read more

Jets vs Patriots Week 17 Preview; Adams to Face Gronk Once Again

The Jets close out their season on the road as double-digit underdogs in Foxboro where the Patriots need a win to lock up home-field advantage throughout the playoffs.  A few young Jets players may be looking to finish strong against the class of the AFC.  Let’s take a look at a few matchups of interest… Read more

Time for Mac to get to Work With Pending Jets Free Agents?

With Just a few days remaining in their 2017 season, New York Jets players are about to go their separate ways and head home, while the front office will continue their preparation for an off-season that will see plenty of new talent walking through the door at Florham Park. That doesn’t mean the Jets don’t… Read more

Like it or not, Mac/Bowles Extensions Were Right Thing to do

It’s official.  The New York Jets have extended the contracts of general manager Mike Maccagnan and head coach Todd Bowles for an additional two seasons.  Following what looks to be back-to-back 5-11 campaigns, there will undoubtedly be those who question the wisdom of the decision, but it was the right thing to do. After a… Read more

Winters Placed on IR; Deon Simon Added to 53-man Roster

After missing last week’s contest with an abdominal injury, Jets right guard Brian Winters has been placed on injured reserve for the final week of the season. https://twitter.com/nyjets/status/946137830820122626 In place of Winters, the team elevated defensive lineman Deon Simon to the active roster, a move that could see him get significant playing time on Sunday… Read more

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