He was on my wish list but I thought he'd be cheap. I would not be ok with that contract. I'd rather target Ronal Jones or Sony Michel with one of the second round picks. They need some speed at the position. Crowell, McGuire and Powell (at his age) are more grinder types.The Jets were in the running for McKinnon, but lost out to SF. Shocking that he went for $7.5m per year. I get the inflation narrative with every FA period, but man that's a lot. I'm surprised that the Jets were in on him considering much cheaper options in the draft.
I think given the Bowles connection he could be a target for the Jets. I know they drafted two safeties last season but Bowles plays in nickel and dime packages more than base defenses.Cardinals released DB Tyrann Mathieu.
Shoot Skrine and his holding penalties into the sun.I think given the Bowles connection he could be a target for the Jets. I know they drafted two safeties last season but Bowles plays in nickel and dime packages more than base defenses.
Another TE on the market.Lions released TE Eric Ebron.
The move had to be made today before 4 PM ET if the Lions were going to save his $8 million-plus salary from becoming guaranteed. They tried to trade the enigmatic tight end but were unsuccessful. Ebron will certainly have a market and hasn't yet turned 25. Lions fans have long held a grudge against Ebron after he failed to live up to his No. 10 overall pick draft status in 2014, especially since the Lions passed on LT Taylor Lewan, WR Odell Beckham, and DT Aaron Donald, who were selected consecutively at Nos. 11-13. The Lions now need a tight end.
I don't see any reason why he'd get cut, since he's on a fifth round rookie contract and showed to be decent.McGuire 3rd string or does he get cut?
$24MM on Davis - since he was replaced by a younger Williams I wish him the best. He had a very good season last year and he only cost us bust Pryor.I would take a chance on Ebron, but he will probably cost more than even ASJ.
Dem Davis to the Saints. 3 years for $22.5m I think.
Interesting - well personally I'm hoping he reaches those incentives (it's not my money) - since that would mean he's playing and playing well.Teddy deal official. Up to $15m with incentives
That seems very reasonable, surprised there were not others willing to pay more.Crowell gets $6m guaranteed. Not bad.
3 years, $12m. $3m signing bonus. $1m salary in 2018.
almost shockingly low for an early FA signing. They were willing to pay $7m a year to McKinnon.That seems very reasonable, surprised there were not others willing to pay more.
I like him, but he's 30 and not what McCags has been targeting. Damn, I remember all the fuss when he was in college. We're getting old.If these Crabtree gets cut rumors are true (I believe they hinge on whether Jordy signs in Oak), I'd like to kick the tires on him. No idea what the cost/market would be for him, but I would love going into a year with him, RA and Enunwa. Would be a solid group. I am not interested in Jordy at this time.
Weird. I’m sure the Jets could have came up a $1MM. Guess he felt disrespected.ASJ to Jags. 2 years for $10m. Turned down 2 for 8 with us. Odd situation if you ask me.
There is a significant tax difference between the states, but I guess the Jets didn't really want him back.Weird. I’m sure the Jets could have came up a $1MM. Guess he felt disrespected.
Ebron is still an option.hope their backup plan is something better - really no excuse to lose him for that little difference when they are sitting on so much $....I didnt love ASJ but he was clearly the best TE they had in a long time....the position has been ignored too long....I have a feeling they like Leggett and envision Enuwa playing a quasi TE role but thats a mistake....should have ponied up on this one based on the circumstances.
was just going to post this - great signing.They signed Cairo Santos. He was very good in KC before the injury last year and his replacements kicked lights out.
This defense has a chance to be really good.Excellent! Great defensive backfield this year! Now dump Skrine and sign the Badger!
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I'm gonna miss him. I bet in November, you're saying he's your favorite offseason additionJets interested in LB Avery WIlliamson
I think they may be out of luck there. There's no one really available in free agency and if they take a QB at 6, like they should, they would need to get very lucky to find an impact pass rusher with a later pick. They will need to get creative with blitzes (Honey Badger would come in handy in that regard) and Williams will need to step up in order to put pressure on QBs.I was disappointed when Cousins signed with the Vikings and Mac appeared to be sleeping at the wheel, but I've really liked what he has done. For the most part, he has either made several one-year signings or has built in a chance to escape a contract after a season. We should have plenty of cap left for next year.
I would love for us to dump Skrine and add the Badger. That secondary would be unbelievable.
We still need a DE and a pass rusher. The ASJ non-signing stumps me a bit. Add a QB in the draft and we're golden for this offseason.
Holy hell, they have been looking for an edge rusher almost as long as QBThey will probably have to wait to fill that pass rusher hole.....but if they can do the Badger for Skrine swap that secondary will be able to cover the lack of pass rush....as I said before they have a lot of $ in FA next yr....sign badger along with some depth then go all out for the top QB....I dont care if it takes both 2ds and next yrs 1st if its the right one....this team will be much improved in 2018 fighting for a WC but if they pick the right QB, develop properly and find a pass rusher next off season you are looking at a serious contender for the division with Brady at 42 that year
Agreed, but I don't think McCags values linemen much for some reason. He only drafts them late.I'd feel a lot better about the offense if they signed at least one more lineman. There's only so many rounds of the draft where you can add a guy that is a capable starter from Day One.
Anyone know what the cap hit would be if they cut Skrine. I "think" he would actually have some trade value, as he was not bad the second half of the last season.Kiddnets said:They will probably have to wait to fill that pass rusher hole.....but if they can do the Badger for Skrine swap that secondary will be able to cover the lack of pass rush....as I said before they have a lot of $ in FA next yr....sign badger along with some depth then go all out for the top QB....I dont care if it takes both 2ds and next yrs 1st if its the right one....this team will be much improved in 2018 fighting for a WC but if they pick the right QB, develop properly and find a pass rusher next off season you are looking at a serious contender for the division with Brady at 42 that year
Jets re-signed OT Ben Ijalana to a one-year contract.
The 28-year-old is just a depth signing for the Jets. He can play at either tackle position.
$2.5 Dead,but save $6mAnyone know what the cap hit would be if they cut Skrine. I "think" he would actually have some trade value, as he was not bad the second half of the last season.
I doubt he would have trade value at that price - but the savings of $6M would mean Badger would only cost around $6-7M in new $....they wont be able to land a pass rusher so why not make the DBs as strong as possible.Anyone know what the cap hit would be if they cut Skrine. I "think" he would actually have some trade value, as he was not bad the second half of the last season.
That one is disappointing for sure as it seemed like a layup.The Honey Badger took a one year deal with Houston for $7m. WTF. He must have had no interest in coming to NY. Bowles is completely useless if he couldn't recruit his son in law. Freaking Skrine is making $8.5.
dumping Skrine and upgrading to Badger for $1M increase seemed like a no brainer....must be more to the relationship with Bowles than thought - maybe he just didnt want to come to NY like Cousins....That one is disappointing for sure as it seemed like a layup.
A few more o-linemen also found homes with the Jets only resigning their own backup level OG.
I’m trying to be patient as the second wave of signings is coming soon and the Jets are in good positions capwise to add a bunch of “bargains”, but I do hope they aren’t just going to sit on this cap space especially when a lot of the signings they already made are one year deals and won’t carry over to next year anyway.
Big risk trading this early to only get to #3. Could be left with the 3rd rated QB.boom trade up to 3rd pick!!!!
#6,, 37, 49 and 2d rder in 2019 - great deal.....here comes the QB!!!!