Adam_Schefter This had to be a tough one: Jets released veteran FB Tony Richardson, one of the league's classiest players. http://twitter.com/Adam_Schefter/status/23093461593
whoa. why? I know Conner is that damn good already, but shit another leader is cut? And he can still play. We better pick him back up so that the money isn't guaranteed the whole year. I can only see this shit happening to open up cash for a 1 yr deal for Revis. That is the ONLY explanation for getting rid of T-Rich.
I had a feeling that this was going to happen when Tanny said "we are going to have to make some tough decisions." They must feel like Conner is ready to step in. Hopefully Mark can take over the leadership void.
I'm pissed the fuck off about this. And if they dont find a way to get Revis in camp now with this extra 850k I will also be very pissed.
I am in shock. Seriously such a classy guy. This cut is going to be hard watching on Hard Knocks. (I mean I had his, Leon's, Revis, and Miller's autographs on a 2008 NFL Draft shirt)
Jets don't want to guarantee any of these veteran contracts. They must have some serious cash issues.
Mark has to take over this leadership problem that HBO has informed us about on their edited show. Its his team, he's in his 2nd year. He has to be the unquestioned leader that this point. I'm sad to see T-Rich go, but it is a business and Conner is a beast. There won't be any drop off at the FB position. Revis better be coming in if the guaranteed money is being cleared out. 1 year deal that allows the Jets to negotiate long term all season long..... or for Revis to become a UFA in the land of CBA uncertainty the following year.
I really doubt anyone else is going to pick him up, nor do I think he'll care to go anywhere else. I think they'll pick him back up after week 1. I would guess they've told him this like they did Coles.
Yeah I'm guessing he'll be brought back after week 1... this was just done to not guarantee the money + have a week to evaluate a young guy. I'm sure next week we'll cut our 9th OL and re-sign T-Rich...
Wow that sucks. I've always loved Richardson's play and his attitude. I'm sure the FO knows what they're doing and there is a real reason for this. I bet the Giants pick him up.
I hope. But they refuse to guarantee any of these guys. Interesting on hard knocks watching Rex fight for Richardson and Tannenbaum basically wanting to cut him.
I undersdtand the love for TR.....I totally agree, he's leader and and awesome influence. That being said, TR really doesn't have much left in the tank. I would love for him to retire a NYJ and join the Jet's coaching squad
Terrible. Even if Connor is ready to go T-Rich was a presence in the huddle and Sanchez relies on him.