With the sixth pick in the 2008 draft the Jets chose Ohio State Defensive End Vernon Gholston. This 6 foot 3 270lb. monster will definitely improve our almost non existent pass rush from last year. He's quick and still very raw in terms of football experience. He started playing his sophomore year of high school. His speed is very impressive and his strength even more so. He tied the first overall pick Jake Long with 37 reps in the bench press at the combine. I would have liked to see us get McFadden but this guy has great potential. Pace, Jenkins, Harris, Rhodes, Revis...Wow this could be pretty exciting.
The trade up to the Packers left us at the 30th pick in the first round where the Jets made a suprising move in my mind. I don't dislike the choice but I did think they would have considered Devin Thomas or another Corner. Dustin Keller is apparently the new Dallas Clark, so if thats the case, let Chris Baker cry as long as he'd like. Bubba is a pretty solid blocking TE. I think they will utilize Keller more as a special package or slot reciever, becuase he is powerful at 6 foot 2 245lbs. and has uncanny speed for that size.
Our fourth round pick addressed yet another issue on our roster at defensive back. Dwight Lowery from San Jose St. This kid is very athletic, one of the best in school history at SJS. Hopefully he can fit right in as a nickel or maybe even compliment Revis on the other side if he can get acclimated to the defense.
In the fifth round we took Tennessee QB Erik Ainge which I thought was a good pick for this low in the draft. He completed 63% of his passes last year and threw 31 TD and 10 INT in a very competitive college football conference. Very big for a QB yet scouts say he lacks creativity and mobility.
These are some of the top players we have taken, things are looking up. Maybe we can put it together this year.
Monday, April 28, 2008
Saturday, April 19, 2008
2008 Schedule Posted
The 2008-2009 NFL schedules were posted this week and the Jets' is looking more favorable than previous years. We open against the Dolphins which could be a nice confidence builder if we can get that win. With all the new guys, getting a win would be great for team morale. Week two is our biggest opponent in the Pats, but we are playing them at home. Week three Arizona who is another team struggling.
I think this schedule is a bit weaker overall and gives us a good shot at making a run. We don't have too many quality teams to face from top to bottom. In the first ten games our only formidable opponents are the Pats and the Chargers, which is a Monday Night game. The last six games is much of the same, we have all the division teams twice obviously but aside from that we play the Titans, Broncos, Niners, and Seahawks.
Things really seem to be falling into place. Then again, the NFL season is dynamic and as we all know ANYTHING can happen.
I think this schedule is a bit weaker overall and gives us a good shot at making a run. We don't have too many quality teams to face from top to bottom. In the first ten games our only formidable opponents are the Pats and the Chargers, which is a Monday Night game. The last six games is much of the same, we have all the division teams twice obviously but aside from that we play the Titans, Broncos, Niners, and Seahawks.
Things really seem to be falling into place. Then again, the NFL season is dynamic and as we all know ANYTHING can happen.
Jetties Love McFadden
In a recent press conference Jets General Manager Mike Tennenbaum commented on the so called "character issues" that some believe will plague McFadden's career. Despite these critics Tennenbaum has no hesitation in drafting the young Arkansas RB, that is of course, if he is still available.
It has been recently reported that the Oakland Raiders with the number four pick will pass on McFadden although they are in desperate need of a running game period, that amongst many other things. The Radiers are believed to have serious interest in the Ohio State pass rusher Vernon Gholston. The Jets are also interested in him if they can't get McFadden, or unless Chris Long slips, which is doubtful.
I would love to see McFadden in green. That two pronged running attack seems to an effective system these days in the NFL. Thomas Jones can be regarded as a bruiser and with McFadden's explosive lateral speed and pretty decent hands, they Jets could have a potent running game next year. I would also be very happy if we can snag Long. Pass rush is not something to overlook. Look at what the Giants did to Brady.
With all the moves made this off season, and I say this evey year but thats being a Jets fan, I really think we can contend given these acquisitions. Draft day is going to be the most exciting for me personally, we haven't had the opportunity to get young talent like this.
It has been recently reported that the Oakland Raiders with the number four pick will pass on McFadden although they are in desperate need of a running game period, that amongst many other things. The Radiers are believed to have serious interest in the Ohio State pass rusher Vernon Gholston. The Jets are also interested in him if they can't get McFadden, or unless Chris Long slips, which is doubtful.
I would love to see McFadden in green. That two pronged running attack seems to an effective system these days in the NFL. Thomas Jones can be regarded as a bruiser and with McFadden's explosive lateral speed and pretty decent hands, they Jets could have a potent running game next year. I would also be very happy if we can snag Long. Pass rush is not something to overlook. Look at what the Giants did to Brady.
With all the moves made this off season, and I say this evey year but thats being a Jets fan, I really think we can contend given these acquisitions. Draft day is going to be the most exciting for me personally, we haven't had the opportunity to get young talent like this.
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Rhodes Locked Up
Questionably our most dynamic defensive player signed a five year extension this week. Strong Safety Kerry Rhodes, a former 4th round pick out of the University of Louisville signed a deal where he will receive 33.5 million dollars over the next five seasons. Aside from Coles' contract complications I was extremely glad to see the Jets take care of a young, outstanding, play maker.
Although his production lacked in comparison to the previous year, there is no denying his smarts, work ethic, and athletic ability. With the addition of Calvin Pace and addressing another defensive pass rush or cover need in the upcoming draft, the Jets will be able to mix up blitz packages and let Rhodes roam, which is where he excels most. In 2006 he had many key interceptions and forced fumbles, using his quickness and impressive size for a safety to his advantage.
Although his production lacked in comparison to the previous year, there is no denying his smarts, work ethic, and athletic ability. With the addition of Calvin Pace and addressing another defensive pass rush or cover need in the upcoming draft, the Jets will be able to mix up blitz packages and let Rhodes roam, which is where he excels most. In 2006 he had many key interceptions and forced fumbles, using his quickness and impressive size for a safety to his advantage.
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
D-Rob and the Draft
The talks for trading D'wayne Robertson have died down. The Broncos were interested because he would fit their 3-4 scheme yet they remain skeptical with his injury prone knee. In other trade talks with Cincinnati that failed miserably, Robertson failed a physical and the bottom fell out of that one. Now rumor has it that the Broncos will not deal us even picks for him, but they will wait to see if the Jets cut him before the beginning of the season due to the size of his contract. Either way I think we need to get rid of him. He is a good player and can assume a starting role some where in the league, but with his health in question and the little cap room we have left it may be the best idea.
Moreover, there are new rumors circulating that the Dolphins will not use the first pick on Virgina Defensive End, Chris Long. If he were to fall that would give us a better chance at getting either Long or Vernon Gholston of Ohio State. I think w have made some strides defensively at getting a run stopper in the middle in Kris Jenkins and getting a very large pass rusher in Calvin Pace. Still I think we need more in this area. Although we do need to address the wide out and corner needs getting a talent like Long or Gholston would be ideal. Its that great pass rush that won the Giants the Superbowl this year, sadly enough.
If Mcfadden is available at six we should probably consider taking him. Running backs are hit or miss due to the high potential for injury, yet McFadden may be a talent too good for our offense to pass up.
I wouldn't give up anything to get him. Trading up would be nonsense when either way were gonna get one of the top ten players in the draft. Only way we trade D-Rob should be for the picks we traded away to get Jenkins, because we need that money to even sign the picks we draft.
Moreover, there are new rumors circulating that the Dolphins will not use the first pick on Virgina Defensive End, Chris Long. If he were to fall that would give us a better chance at getting either Long or Vernon Gholston of Ohio State. I think w have made some strides defensively at getting a run stopper in the middle in Kris Jenkins and getting a very large pass rusher in Calvin Pace. Still I think we need more in this area. Although we do need to address the wide out and corner needs getting a talent like Long or Gholston would be ideal. Its that great pass rush that won the Giants the Superbowl this year, sadly enough.
If Mcfadden is available at six we should probably consider taking him. Running backs are hit or miss due to the high potential for injury, yet McFadden may be a talent too good for our offense to pass up.
I wouldn't give up anything to get him. Trading up would be nonsense when either way were gonna get one of the top ten players in the draft. Only way we trade D-Rob should be for the picks we traded away to get Jenkins, because we need that money to even sign the picks we draft.
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