April 2011 - New York Jets Wiretap
Jets, Raiders Targeting Cromartie
The Jets and the Raiders are the teams showing the most consistent interest in free-agent cornerback Antonio Cromartie, according to The NFL Network's Jason La Canfora.
Burress Will Sign With Jets
The Jets will sign Plaxico Burress to a one-year contract, the team announced on Sunday.
The deal is worth $3.017 million, fully guaranteed, according to sources.
The Jets, who showed interest two years ago before Burress served a 20-month prison sentence on gun charges, stepped up their pursuit Friday, the same day Burress visited the Giants.
Jets, Edwards Definitely Parting Ways
The Jets will not bring back free-agent wide receiver Braylon Edwards, according to a source.
New York would like to retain Edwards, but they don't have the salary cap space to do so.
Edwards posted 88 receptions and 11 touchdowns in 18 games with the Jets over the past two seasons.
Rex Ryan Had Sandler Call Asomugha
During the team's pursuit of cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha, Jets coach Rex Ryan had comedian Adam Sandler call the free-agent to sell him on New York.
Asomugha ended up passing on the Jets and Cowboys and signing with the Eagles.
Jets Going After Plaxico Burress
The Giants and Steelers have been mentioned as potential suitors for free-agent Plaxico Burress, but the Jets are also interested in the wide receiver.
Looking for a No. 2 receiver to start opposite Santonio Holmes, the Jets are giving strong consideration to Burress, according to a source.
Jets Re-Sign Safety Eric Smith
The Jets re-signed safety Eric Smith to a three-year contract late Friday night, a league source confirmed.
Smith and Brodney Pool, also a free agent, shared the job opposite Jim Leonhard last season, with Smith starting six games and three in the playoffs.
Cowboys Also Out On Asomugha
Shortly after it was reported and confirmed that the Jets are no longer pursuing free-agent cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha, Adam Schefter of ESPN.com tweets that the Cowboys are out of the race as well.
Jets Out Of Asomugha Race
Albert Breer of The NFL Network is reporting, citing a source, that the Jets are out of the running to sign free-agent cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha.
However, that doesn't mean New York won't re-enter the race going forward.
A number of other reports have come out since Breer's confirming that the Jets are out on Asomugha.
Jets Restructure Contracts To Prepare For Possible Asomugha Signing
The Jets have restructured the contracts of linebacker Bart Scott, running back LaDainian Tomlinson, linebacker Calvin Pace, guard Brandon Moore as well as quarterback Mark Brunell.
The moves could set the stage for the team to sign free-agent cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha.
Asomugha is expected to choose between the Jets and Cowboys in the near future.
Asomugha Will Choose Between Jets, Cowboys
NFL Insider Michael Lombardi is reporting that free-agent cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha will sign with either the Jets or Cowboys.
New York has been consistently linked to Asomugha, while Dallas is making a late push to sign the cornerback.
The Cowboys would have to release cornerback Terence Newman in order to fit Asomugha under their salary cap, Lombardi reports.
Asomugha is expected to make a decision by the end of Friday.
Jets Want Answer From Asomugha
The Jets have been in a holding period in free agency as they wait for Nnamdi Asomugha's decision.
Revis Would Love To See Asomugha With Jets
Darrelle Revis and Nnamdi Asomugha would form the best cornerback tandem in the NFL.
Edwards Sees End To Tenure With Jets
The Jets agreed to terms with Santonio Holmes on Wednesday, which may spell the end for Braylon Edwards.
Jets, Randy Moss Have Mutual Interest
There is mutual interest between the Jets and Randy Moss.
49ers Are Jets' Main Competition For Asomugha
San Francisco is very much in the race to sign free-agent cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha.
Jets Reach Deal To Keep Holmes
Santonio Holmes is believed to be in line to earn about $10 million annually under a new five-year deal.
Jets Reportedly Talking To Asomugha
Nnamdi Asomugha is considered by many to be the top free agent in this year's market.
Sanchez Offers To Rework Deal For Jets
Mark Sanchez signed a five-year deal with the Jets that included $28 million in guaranteed money, with incentives making the deal potentially worth $60 million.
Jets, Redskins Battling For Holmes
Both teams have made Santonio Holmes their top offseason priority.
Bears Interested In Brad Smith
Chicago isn't expected to spend a lot of money in free agency.
Braylon Edwards Guilty Of DWI
As part of the agreement, Braylon Edwards will have his license suspended for six months and remain a part of the NFL's alcohol counseling program.
Jets Hire Tom Moore As Consultant
Rex Ryan has hired longtime Colts o-coordinator Tom Moore as an consultant.
Kris Jenkins Decides To Retire
Kris Jenkins absorbed significant punishment over 10 seasons, the first seven with the Panthers.
Scott: Players Are Making Football 'Soft'
Bart Scott doesn't like the possibility of ruling out two-a-day practices during training camp.
Cromartie Won't Give Discount To Jets
Antonio Cromartie is excited about hitting the free agent market for the first time.
Burress Can See Playing For Eagles, Jets, Texans
Plaxico Burress, who will be a free agent when the NFL's labor troubles are solved, can see playing for a few different teams.
Sanchez Calls For Jets To Retain Free Agents
Mark Sanchez very much wants New York to re-sign Braylon Edwards, Santonio Holmes and Antonio Cromartie.