Rex Ryan expects to have Bart Scott on his roster this coming season. The linebacker's future with the Jets appeared uncertain after the 2011 season. "Yeah, I certainly think so," Ryan said when asked if Scott would return. "I know everything has been reported, but I can say this: I've had great discussions with Bart." Scott was "extremely frustrated" with his diminished role last season, his agent, Harold Lewis, said last month. The Jets have shopped Scott in trade talks, according to sources, but his $4.2 million salary is guaranteed -- scaring off potential suitors. Ryan said Scott has dropped weight in the offseason, adding that he expects the weight loss to help Scott improve his speed. "Bart's got his weight down," Ryan said. "He felt he probably got a little too heavy last year. We were going to use him as a blitzer and he got his weight up. He's going to drop that weight back down a little. I think sometimes the longer you go in your career, sometimes it's better to lose a little weight ... Bart is still a ferocious hitter. He brings that kind of intimidating presence to us."