February 2009 News

Lito Sheppard Stolen from the Eagles

Published: February 27, 2009

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“Hello, police? This is the Philadelphia Eagles. Yes, I’d like to report a robbery. The New York Jets just ran off with our cornerback! What do you mean, ‘How do I know?’ They left a late-round draft pick in his place. Please! Come quickly!”
In a day that will go down in infamy, the New York [...]


Bart Scott Signs With Jets, Gives Fans Nervous Breakdown

Published: February 27, 2009

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Took long enough, didn’t it? The opening day of free agency was as arduous for fans as it was for the parties involved. Flashbacks of the Antoine Winfield fiasco had most fans waiting in fear.
After hours of web-page refreshing, sports radio surfing, and ESPN sitting, Bart Scott has become the newest member of our New [...]


Brandon Moore Accepts Apology, Re-Signs After Being Released

Published: February 27, 2009

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At the beginning of February, the Jets’ salary cap situation was a frightening one. As the weeks went on, contracts were shredded, and dollars were freed. Most of the decisions weren’t worth arguing.
Mike Tannenbaum’s salary cap purge was making sense for the team. All of the moves were logical—except one.
Releasing Brandon Moore looked like the [...]


Laveranues Coles Released: Making Sense of the Decision

Published: February 25, 2009

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If there was any doubt in your mind that the New York Jets would look like a totally different team in 2009, it might be best to free yourself of those thoughts now. It’s being reported that the Jets have released veteran WR Laveranues Coles after failing to come to an agreement for a new [...]


Mike Nugent: Victim of His Draft Position?

Published: February 25, 2009

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While the Jets have been busy releasing players and creating cap room for the offseason, Mike Nugent chose to make a decision of his own for the front office regarding his future.
With an expiring contract, the former second-round draft pick from Ohio State believed it would be in his best interest to find a new [...]


The TE Situation: Dustin Keller Can’t Do It Alone

Published: February 23, 2009

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A new hole has opened up for the New York Jets in recent days. There is no longer a traditional tight-end on the roster.
Chris Baker was released after having his worst season since 2004. Bubba Franks had a one-year deal and will hit free agency, and James Dearth is listed as a tight-end, but his [...]


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