Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer
Former Australian rugby star Valentine Holmes is trying a new sport. He's attempting to make the Jets' roster as a running back, and his position coach, Jim Bob Cooter, says he's "ahead of the curve."
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2019 Schedule
4-12, 4th in AFC East
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Holmes 'ahead of the curve' with Jets (0:31)
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Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer
The Jets' training-camp schedule, announced Monday, includes only four public practices — July 27, 28 and August 4, 11. The team reports to camp July 24 and will conduct its first practice on the 25th. The annual Green and White scrimmage will be Aug. 2 at Rutgers. They open the preseason Aug. 8 against the Giants. As usual, training camp will be held in Florham Park, N.J.
How Jets' Sam Darnold can improve in 2019, sans mentor and burrito buddy
New York's starting QB will enter Year 2 without his BFF, Josh McCown, by his side. The veteran journeyman offers parting thoughts for Jets fans.
Flight Deck with Rich Cimini
ESPN's Rich Cimini discusses the revamped Jets front office. Guest Jim Nagy longtime scout and director of the Senior Bowl gives insight on GM Joe Douglas and Jets draft picks
Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer
Jets GM Joe Douglas is hiring former Colts VP of player personnel Rex Hogan as assistant GM, per ESPN's Adam Schefter. This is a surprise because Bears executive Champ Kelly had been considered the favorite. Douglas has no background with Hogan, but Hogan is familiar with some of the roster because he was the Jets' director of college scouting from 2015 to 2017 under ex-GM Mike Maccagnan — the Leo Williams/Darron Lee/Jamal Adams drafts. Douglas also is hiring longtime personnel man Phil Savage as a senior adviser and Chad Alexander (Ravens) as director of player personnel, per Schefter.
Rating the offseason for all 32 NFL teams: Why the Browns are on top
Did the Browns indeed have the best offseason? Which teams struggled to reach their goals? NFL Nation ranks them and looks toward training camp.
McCown retires from NFL, joins ESPN as analyst
Veteran quarterback Josh McCown announced his retirement from the NFL on Monday and will join ESPN as an NFL analyst.
Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer
Just recently, Jets QB Sam Darnold was asked, "Who's your new Josh McCown?" Not wanting to slight his teammates, Darnold said nice things about the other QBs on the roster, led by Trevor Siemian. Truth is, Darnold will miss McCown, who announced his retirement on Monday. Darnold has known for months McCown wouldn't be back, so this isn't shocking news. Still, he's bound to experience some Josh withdrawal once the season begins. He was tied to McCown's hip last season, leaning on him before, during and after games. They lived in the same building. They ate together. Watched film at night together. When Darnold struggled, he got pep talks from McCown, an unselfish player with vast experience — a rare combo. Darnold will get coached up by Adam Gase & Co., but it won't be the same as having a teammate/mentor.
This Just In
Josh McCown is retiring from the NFL after a 17-year career - The Players Tribune
Veterans who could be cut by each of the NFL's 32 teams
Could a former first-round selection be done with the Pittsburgh Steelers? NFL Nation picks a player on each team who might not make the opening day roster.
Le'Veon Bell effect: How the Jets star can impact everyone around him
The appreciation for the 27-year-old RB goes beyond blocking schemes, formation versatility and route running. Here's what the Jets are saying.
The surprise offseason standout for all 32 teams
Randall Cobb and a 312-pound tight end lead a list of eye-opening performances from under-the-radar players this offseason.
Schefter Pod: Raiders Get Hard Knocks, Jets' GM Douglas
Adam Schefter talks to NFL Films' Ken Rodgers about the selection of the Raiders for "Hard Knocks" (:54). Plus, Jets GM Joe Douglas (30:48) & a tribute to Pat Bowlen (51:30).
Jets' tumultuous offseason ends with positive vibes and Sam Darnold love
New coach. New GM. New running back. Second-year franchise QB. There's a buzz around One Jets Drive that will only grow as the 2019 season nears.
Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer
Bears executive Champ Kelly is under serious consideration for a prominent role in the Jets' front office, ESPN's Chris Mortensen reports. Kelly, the Bears' assistant director of player personnel, interviewed for the GM job that went to Joe Douglas. Kelly and Douglas worked together in Chicago, so there's familiarity. Kelly also knows Adam Gase from years together in Denver. Indications are that Kelly could have the title of assistant GM. ESPN's Todd McShay has withdrawn from consideration, per Mortensen.
Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer
Another day, another cornerback. Jets GM Joe Douglas has signed former Bucs CB Mark Myers, who was an undrafted free agent in 2018. He has no NFL experience. The Jets waived S John Battle.
Torre: Williams, Vitt seem like a 'disastrous combination' (1:22)
Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer
The Jets held the final practice of the offseason on Thursday. Call it a patchwork day. Several backups, including rookies, were used with the first team because a handful of vets were missing (it was voluntary). For instance: DTs Quinnen Williams and Nathan Shepherd got work with the first defense. WR Robby Anderson remained on the sideline with an apparent injury. RB Ty Montgomery capped a strong offseason with a good showing. The Jets love his versatility. A natural wide receiver, he could see time in both positions throughout the season. RB Bilal Powell was limited to individual drills, but he made a nice catch and received a compliment from Adam Gase.
Years after rift, Williams, Vitt say they're friends
Gregg Williams and Joe Vitt, who were adversaries in the Saints' Bountygate scandal, insist they are friends now that they are coaching together with the Jets.
The top moments from 13 seasons of 'Hard Knocks'
From crushing injuries to brawls to dinosaur talk, the "Hard Knocks" spotlight is an unpredictable experience, as the Raiders will soon find out.
Rich Cimini ESPN Staff Writer
First acquisition for GM Joe Douglas: The Jets have claimed CB Montrel Meander on waivers from the Raiders. He has ties to DC Gregg Williams, as he spent 12 weeks on the Browns' 2018 practice squad. First of many waiver pick-ups for Douglas.
Douglas: Strength in people
Jets GM Joe Douglas says his biggest strength is his ability to read people and be open and truthful.
2019 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(3) | Quinnen Williams | DT | Alabama |
| 3(4) | Jachai Polite | DE | Florida |
| 3(28) | Chuma Edoga | OT | USC |
| 4(19) | Trevon Wesco | TE | West Virginia |
| 5(19) | Blake Cashman | ILB | Minnesota |
| 6(23) | Blessuan Austin | CB | Rutgers |
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2018 AFC East Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New England | 11 | 5 | 0 | .688 | 436 | 325 |
| Miami | 7 | 9 | 0 | .438 | 319 | 433 |
| Buffalo | 6 | 10 | 0 | .375 | 269 | 374 |
| New York | 4 | 12 | 0 | .250 | 333 | 441 |
2018 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Passing Yards
Rushing Yards
Receiving Yards
Tackles
Sacks
Interceptions
Team Stats
Passing Yards197.825th
Rushing Yards101.426th
Points For20.823rd
Points Against27.629th