I'm not saying his replacement for this season, although if he refuses to take a pay cut, they may have no option but to cut him. There's no way he's worth $14 million. IMO it would be ideal if he takes a $5-$7 million paycut, the Jets draft his successor, his successor starts at RT this season, then moves into Brick's spot next season. We definitely need an OLB, but Giacomini is pretty bad. Would you want to see our chance at the playoffs next season ruined because Giacomini gave up a sack that injures Fitz? Just as importantly, if Petty is our QB of the future, we need to have a solid OL in front of him. By 2017 Mangold will be on his last legs and Brick will be going or gone. You don't want to have to enter that season having to draft/find a new starting LT, C, and RT, and you sure don't want to entrust your QB of the future's health and success on Giacomini at RT. We'll just have to disagree regarding Henry. I'm not saying that he's not a very good RB and maybe even a great one, but Alabama players always get overrated because of all the talent around them, and few RBs are worth a 1st round draft pick any more, especially when you can find excellent RBs all throughout the draft and even as UDFAs. As for TE, we may not, since Gailey's offense can function without them, but I wouldn't entrust anything to Amaro. He has to prove that he can stay healthy, that he can block, and catch the ball consistently. He's too soft, can't block and drops too many passes.
Our offense was top 10 and broke every jets record, I don't think it was mediocre at all. it was above average
I wouldn't be against taking a shot on RG3 either, who's expected to be released now that the season is over and letting him and Geno battle it out for the No. 2 spot. I think part of his problems was that meddling owner and Jay Gruden trying to make an example out of him. I like our chances of signing him - he can't demand money and we can offer the best possible opportunity. Stopgap starter only here for the next 1-2 years, 2x1000-yd receivers, decent defence keeping games close and a creative OC that isn't limited to specific types of QB. If RGIII wanted a situation where he could prove himself this has to be one of the better opportunities. At worst, Geno outplays him in camp and we're no worse off
He has talent, but I read some things that said he was arrogant and uncoachable. If those things are/were true, maybe he's gained some humility from his experience this year. I wouldn't object except I just don't think we could afford whatever he wants. We'd still take a cap hit from releasing Geno, I believe. Our cap is just too tight. In addition, from a playing perspective, RG3 would have to dramatically change his style of play. He's not going to be able to run the ball like he did in college. The players are just too big and too fast, and we don't need a QB who will stay injured because he refuses to adapt. If the money's doable and he has realized he can't run in the NFL like he did in college, fine, bring him in and let him compete, but I imagine that some team like the Browns would hand him the starting job and give him more money.
While it is true that Amaro is far from a proven commodity at TE, the hope that he will be will be enough to prevent the Jets from seeking a replacement for him. I also think that while Ferguson had an off year and is likely in decline, he will probably be serviceable for another two years. Mangold I think should be good for another 3. The thing to do on the OL is restructure Fergoson's contract and seek some upgrade, perhaps in the draft, on the right side. and maybe draft LT for Ferguson's eventual replacement.
Between Amaro, Sudfeld, and whatever else they can muster, that may be what they're thinking. We'll see Jets Sign 3 More to Reserve/Future Contracts, two TE's, C http://www.newyorkjets.com/news/art...ontracts/4e404fe4-8a05-4bcc-8f9e-9e8e4aafb891
What about a guy like Bruce Irvin? Bowles has mentioned that he wants to get faster this offseason and Irvin is a great fit at 3-4 olb. I doubt he'll command too much money and is still young. Do you think he will hit the open market and how much do you think a contract would be?
If he is on the market, watch the bills and dolphins. Why? Cause the boys (rex and tannenbaum) wanted to draft him when Seattle swooped in.
We need to bring in Marqueette King,Brad Nortman or Brian Anger to replace Quigley.Solve our punter issues right away Id really like us to land King
There's also Saxon, who is fairly fast and a pretty good receiver. The problem is that none of the three is a good blocker, and with Brick on the decline and Giacomini basically be mediocre or worse, they need a two-way TE who can block.
I don't think the Jets have to get Forte, but I'd rather bring in a vet than overdraft a rookie RB just because the team is likely to lose Ivory or Powell. Next year's draft is absolutely loaded at RB.
I think he will end up signing with the Falcons. His old DC is there plus they are more likely to overpay because of how terrible their pass rush was this year.
I wouldn't mind going RB this draft. Given where we pick there won't be any good tackles to replace Ferguson right away. Macc has said he likes to look for OL depth in the laters rounds. If we could pick up a cheap speed rusher as a free agent and go offense first round.... nice. Sent from my SGH-M919 using Tapatalk
Two things. First is no matter who the Jets might have at TE and even one who is an outstanding blocker, they would be better served focusing on upgrading the tackle position. Second I am not sure I would say they need that in a TE. It would be optimal, but need? Amaro remains a question mark, but given his status, and too many other holes on the team, I doubt they are prepared to give up on him. I also like Sudfeld as having promise. Unless a two-way TE seems like BPA in the draft, they will probably be conservative here and perhaps keep K Davis for blocking, and see what happens between Amaro and Sudfeld coming back. After all, Gailey is not going to push for a huge upgrade at TE. In both the draft and FA, a long term solution at Qb remains the top priority, but realistically the Jets will stick with Fitzpatrick until that franchise Qb seems in reach. After that I rank OT, both RT and LT, tops, with OLB a close second. ILB is also up there. In fact my disappointment with Enuwa is such that I would even rank wideout above TE.
I'm sorry, but there is no need to to take a $3.1million cap hit for someone to fair catch punts most of the time. The only reason he wasn't cut was because his dead cap exceeded his cap hit. The only reason he was returning punts is because when you're forced to pay someone that much money, he should be doing something other than filling water bottles. At least this year he can be cut and free up some cap space instead of costing more against it like last year.
The question is whether he's strong enough to set the edge, especially here with Bowles who loves having strong outside linebackers that can stuff the run. He hasn't shown that, he's essentially a better (or more proven) Mauldin at this point. Mauldin can become a 3-4 OLB, Irvin is best suited as a DE in the 4-3 (either DE or OLB). A couple of linebackers that would fit our defense: - Tamba Hali (old, but perfect fit, probably a good rusher for 1-2 years, clearly an upgrade over Pace) - Mark Barron (former safety, plays OLB now, could probably play ILB as well, great speed, tackling machine) - Courtney Upshaw (poor mans Pernell McPhee) - John Simon (undersized, but good pass rusher)
Top 20 2016 Unrestricted free agents (according to NFL.com with my opinion for each) 1. Von Miller, Denver Broncos - slim chance Denver allows him to hit the market, so fat chance 2. Josh Norman, Carolina Panthers: Norman will demand a huge contract that I'm pretty sure we won't want to (or even if it's possible) 3. Muhammad Wilkerson, New York Jets: I'd love to retain him, however if we don't, like many other have said, I'd like to get something in return for him via tag and trade 4. Alshon Jeffery, Chicago Bears: Don't think the Jets will allocate EVEN MORE money to the WR position, although he would be a welcome member to an already dynamic duo 5. Cordy Glenn, Buffalo Bills: We may be able to land him, but is he marginally better than Brick at this point? Not sure the talent level will meet the $$$ 6. Jason Pierre-Paul: uh, no thanks 7. Eric Berry, Kansas City Chiefs: KC will retain him without a doubt 8. Malik Jackson, Broncos defensive tackle: don't know too much about him, but we dont need the help at DT, if we were gonna put money here, I think we would re-sign Mo 9. Doug Martin, Buccaneers: interesting option, while i wouldn't be against signing him at a reasonable price, I dont the the Bucs would let him leave for a "reasonable" contract. Think he'll get paid more than he's worth. 10. Bruce Irvin, Seattle Seahawks: I have concerns about him being any better than Mauldin, while an obvious upgrade from an aging Pace, again, is he worth the $$$ he will get? 11. Russell Okung, Seahawks: correct me if i'm, wrong, hasn't he had an up and down career? I would hate tying up a lot of $$$ for a risky signing. 12. Eric Weddle, San Diego Chargers: nah, we're pretty set at S 13. Sam Bradford, Philadelphia Eagles: yeah no thanks 14. Kirk Cousins, Washington Redskins: Washington will re-sign him 15. Matt Forte, Bears: interesting option here for a cheap price, but would probably either re-sign with Chicago on the cheap or a top tier contender 16. Andre Smith, Cincinnati Bengals: see Russell Okung 17. Danny Trevathan, Broncos: I'd like to snag him and pair him with Harris for a year then allow him to take over as the main cog in the Defense after that. 18. Janoris Jenkins, St. Louis Rams: maybe at a decent price, but not necessary 19. Brock Osweiler, Broncos: will remain in Denver 20. Derrick Johnson, Kansas City Chiefs: too old With so few guys that will be game-changers available, I can see us re-signing Mo or Snacks. What do you guys think?
I understand that, and don't necessarily disagree. I just don't think Forte is the answer. I'd have loved to have had him even 3-5 years ago, but not now.
