Carl Lawson
FILE - San Francisco 49ers defensive end Ronald Blair (98) playsd during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Glendale, Ariz., in this Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019, file photo. The New York Jets have signed defensive lineman Ronald Blair, a favorite of coach Robert Saleh from their days together with the San Francisco 49ers. The addition of Blair on Tuesday, June 1, 2021, bolsters a defensive line that is considered a strength of the Jets. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)
Jets sign Saleh favorite Blair to add depth to D-line

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jun. 01, 2021 12:54 PM EDT

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson passes during NFL football practice Thursday, May 27, 2021, in Florham Park, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
Jets rookie QB Wilson 'relentless' in quest to learn offense

By Dennis Waszak Jr. May. 27, 2021 07:03 PM EDT

New York Jets coach Robert Saleh looks on during NFL football rookie camp, Friday, May 7, 2021, in Florham Park, N.J.(AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Jets kick off rookie camp with 'high energy' Saleh in charge

By Dennis Waszak Jr. May. 07, 2021 04:02 PM EDT

FILE - New York Jets defensive tackle Quinnen Williams (95) sacks Denver Broncos quarterback Brett Rypien (4) during the second half of an NFL football game in East Rutherford, N.J., in this Thursday, Oct. 1, 2020, file photo. Jets standout defensive lineman Quinnen Williams broke a bone in a foot and is expected to have surgery and be sidelined 8-10 weeks, according to a person with knowledge of the injury. Williams was hurt last week during on-field workouts at the team's facility in Florham Park, New Jersey, the person told The Associated Press on Tuesday, May 4, 2021, on condition of anonymity because the Jets didn't announce the injury. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)
AP source: Foot sidelines Jets' Quinnen Williams 8-10 weeks

By Dennis Waszak Jr. May. 04, 2021 12:02 PM EDT

QB pick at No. 2 will kick off busy draft for Jets

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2021 12:45 PM EDT
2 & 23. NEW YORK JETS (2-14) LAST SEASON: The Jets started a franchise-worst 0-13 before beating the Los Angeles Rams in Week 15, all...

Bengals look to shore up lines, receiver corps in draft

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2021 12:36 PM EDT
CINCINNATI BENGALS (4-11-1) LAST SEASON: The Bengals showed some life under rookie quarterback Joe Burrow and had some close losses in the...

FILE - In this Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016 file photo, New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) moves out of the pocket under pressure from Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Vinny Curry (75) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game in East Rutherford, N.J. The New York Jets added experience and depth on both sides of the ball with their latest moves in free agency. The team announced Wednesday, March 24, 2021 it signed former Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Vinny Curry, who'll provide an already formidable D-line a veteran pass-rushing presence. The Jets also agreed to terms on a one-year contract with running back Tevin Coleman. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun, File)
Jets sign DE Curry, agree on deal with RB Coleman

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Mar. 24, 2021 05:50 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, file photo, Tennessee Titans wide receiver Corey Davis (84) runs with a touchdown reception against the Detroit Lions during the first quarter of an NFL football game, in Nashville, Tenn. On Monday, March 15, 2021, the Jets agreed to a deal with former Tennessee Titans wide receiver Corey Davis. (AP Photo/Brett Carlsen, File)
WR Corey Davis came to Jets with belief Darnold 'is the guy'

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Mar. 23, 2021 01:45 PM EDT

FILE - New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick catches a packet of papers after he tossed them in the air during the second half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks in Seattle, in this Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020, file photo. Belichick never was one to spent wildly in free agency. Watching Tom Brady win another Super Bowl in another city sure changed that. The New England Patriots doled out $175 million in guarantees in the first 48 hours of free agency following a 7-9 stumble in 2020 that officially ended their two-decade dominance of the AFC. (AP Photo/John Froschauer, File)
Patriots, Bucs among those making biggest waves so far

By Arnie Stapleton Mar. 22, 2021 04:14 PM EDT

FILE - In this Friday, Aug. 21, 2020 file photo, New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins (98) stretches during NFL football training camp in Metairie, La. The New York Jets reached an agreement with former New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins on a two-year deal, according to a person with direct knowledge of the deal. The contract is worth up to $17 million, said the person who spoke to The Associated Press on Sunday, March 21, 2021 on condition of anonymity because the team hadn't announced the deal.(David Grunfeld/The Advocate via AP, Pool, File)
AP source: Jets agree to terms with former Saints DT Rankins

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Mar. 21, 2021 03:50 PM EDT

Agent says TE Kroft, Jets agree to terms on 1-year deal

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Mar. 19, 2021 08:10 PM EDT
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Jets and former Buffalo Bills tight end Tyler Kroft agreed to terms on a one-year contract, agent Mike McCartney announced on...

File-This Nov. 29, 2020, file photo shows Minnesota Vikings offensive tackle Riley Reiff (71) in action in the third quarter of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in Minneapolis. Cincinnati bolstered its offensive line, which was a glaring weakness in a 4-11-1 2020 season, with the signing of ex-Vikings Reiff as the team seeks better protection for quarterback Joe Burrow. (AP Photo/David Berding, File)
Bengals cut Atkins, add to offensive, defensive lines

By Mitch Stacy Mar. 19, 2021 06:25 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, file photo, Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Carl Lawson (58) keeps watch during the second half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, in Cleveland. On Monday, March 15, 2021, the Jets agreed to terms on a three-year deal with former Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Carl Lawson, according to a person with direct knowledge of the move. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
Lawson says videos of Jets' Saleh fired him up to come to NY

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Mar. 18, 2021 06:25 PM EDT

Jets agree with ST standout Hardee, re-sign RB Adams

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Mar. 17, 2021 05:03 PM EDT
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Jets agreed to terms with former New Orleans Saints special teams standout Justin Hardee on a three-year contract and re-signed...

FILE - Atlanta Falcons defensive end Takkarist McKinley (98) works during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Atlanta, in this Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, file photo. Looking to bolster their pass rush to complement All-Pro Myles Garrett, the Cleveland Browns plan to sign free agent Takkarist McKinley, a person familiar with the negotiations told the Associated Press on Tuesday, March 16, 2021. (AP Photo/Danny Karnik, File)
AP source: Browns to sign DE McKinley to help Garrett

By Tom Withers Mar. 16, 2021 03:56 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 27, 2020, file photo, Seattle Seahawks cornerback Shaquill Griffin (26) is greeted by his twin brother, outside linebacker Shaquem Griffin (49), after Shaquill Griffin intercepted a Dallas Cowboys pass during the first half of an NFL football game in Seattle. Shaquill Griffin is returning to the Sunshine State. He could be bringing his twin brother with him. A person familiar with negotiations says Griffin and the Jacksonville Jaguars agreed on a three-year contract worth up to $44.5 million that includes $29 million guaranteed. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, File)
AP source: CB Griffin to join Jaguars in defensive overhaul

By Mark Long Mar. 16, 2021 01:53 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, file photo, Tennessee Titans wide receiver Corey Davis (84) runs with a touchdown reception against the Detroit Lions during the first quarter of an NFL football game, in Nashville, Tenn. On Monday, March 15, 2021, the Jets agreed to a deal with former Tennessee Titans wide receiver Corey Davis. (AP Photo/Brett Carlsen, File)
AP sources: Jets agree with DE Lawson, WR Davis, LB Davis

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Mar. 15, 2021 05:17 PM EDT

FILE - San Francisco 49ers cornerback Jason Verrett (22) walks off the field following an NFL football game against the New England Patriots in Foxborough, Mass., in this Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, file photo. The San Francisco 49ers are bringing back cornerback Jason Verrett on a one-year deal. General manager John Lynch announced the deal on Monday, March 15, 2021, shortly after Verrett was allowed to begin talking to other teams about a potential deal. NFL Network reported the contract has a $5.5 million base value with the chance to make more. (AP Photo/Stew Milne)
With Brady's largesse, Bucs keeping title gang together

By Barry Wilner Mar. 15, 2021 04:57 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 13, 2020, file photo, Chicago Bears defensive end Roy Robertson-Harris looks on during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit. A person familiar with the negotiations says the Jacksonville Jaguars and former Bears defensive lineman Robertson-Harris have agreed on a three-year, $24.4 million deal that includes $14 million guaranteed. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson, File)
Meyer, Jaguars fail to generate splash in NFL free agency

By Mark Long Mar. 15, 2021 04:39 PM EDT

FILE - Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady leaves the field an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, in this Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, file photo. om Brady has agreed to a contract extension with the Buccaneers that provides the Super Bowl champions with much-needed salary cap relief and will help the seven-time NFL champion reach a goal of playing until he’s at least 45. Brady posted a picture of himself on Twitter, signing the extension Friday, March 12, 2021, with the message: “In pursuit of 8 ... LFG@ Buccaneers we’re keeping the band together.” (AP Photo/Brett Duke, File)
Nobody comes for free in NFL free agency that begins Monday

By Barry Wilner Mar. 13, 2021 01:20 PM EST