Forty years ago in the summer of 1980, the Jets were reportedly on the verge of taking the next step. They were coming off an 8-8 season and there was plenty of optimism in the air. There were aspirations of making the postseason for the first time since 1969. Head coach Walt Michaels – who passed away at 89 roughly a year ago – came off consecutive 8-8 seasons after he … [Read more...] about For The Jets, Will History Repeat Itself?
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Jets’ Joe Flacco won’t be ready when season opens
New York Jets quarterback Joe Flacco confirmed speculation he won't be ready to the season opener. Flacco is rehabbing from from a recently repaired neck. The Jets are scheduled to open their season, September 13 against the Buffalo Bills. "I can't speak to exactly when I'm going to be ready, but it will not be day one," Flacco said in an interview with SiriusXM NFL … [Read more...] about Jets’ Joe Flacco won’t be ready when season opens
Moeller: Jets make interesting move, with more ahead
Joe Flacco is a new Jet, and Jamal Adams is still a Jet. Rookie Ashtyn Davis is waiting in the wings. Interesting days certainly are ahead. The Jets’ mercurial offseason ascent suddenly could hit a plateau. The Jets made a wise move by signing Flacco to a one-year deal Friday. Flacco is recovering from a neck injury, but the Jets needed a seasoned veteran to backup Sam … [Read more...] about Moeller: Jets make interesting move, with more ahead
Jets get Joe Flacco as backup for Sam Darnold
Joe Flacco was a free agent looking for a place to land, he found it with the Jets. The Jets have agreed to terms with the veteran on a one-year contract, the quarterback’s agency, JL Sports, announced on social media. Adam Schefter of ESPN reports the deal is worth $1.5 million, with a maximum value of $4.5 million with incentives. Flacco will bring a … [Read more...] about Jets get Joe Flacco as backup for Sam Darnold
Moeller: Jets need more backup for Sam Darnold
Jerry Jones sent the Jets a reminder. He did himself a big favor, however, when he signed quarterback Andy Dalton to a $3 million deal. Dalton is one of the best off-season free-agent pickups, as he gives the Cowboys stability in case of an unfavorable Dak Prescott situation. And he is a steal at $3 million. Now the Jets must take the cue. They should have taken … [Read more...] about Moeller: Jets need more backup for Sam Darnold
