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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota (1) and Washington Commanders defensive end Montez Sweat (90) reacting to an interception thrown by Mariota during the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022, in Landover, Md. Washington won the 13-19. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
Steelers face Falcons looking for 1st winning streak of 2022

By The Associated Press Dec. 01, 2022 04:22 PM EST

Washington Commanders quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) reacting after throwing a touchdown pass to tight end John Bates during the second half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
Commanders outrun Falcons, intercept Mariota in 19-13 win

By Stephen Whyno Nov. 27, 2022 04:00 PM EST

Washington Commanders quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) is pressured by Houston Texans defensive tackle Maliek Collins (96) as he looks to pass during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Falcons, Commanders meet in matchup of mobile quarterbacks

By The Associated Press Nov. 23, 2022 05:59 PM EST

FILE - Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones (45) walks off the field before an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Atlanta. Falcons linebacker Deion Jones, who missed most of the preseason while recovering from offseason right shoulder surgery, will open the season on injured reserve. The Falcons on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022, also placed former starting offensive guard Jalen Mayfield, cornerback Isaiah Oliver, defensive lineman Marlon Davidson and rookie tight end John FitzPatrick on injured reserve. Each player will be eligible to return after missing four games.(AP Photo/Danny Karnik, File)
Falcons place LB Deion Jones, 4 others, on IR to open season

Sep. 01, 2022 03:32 PM EDT

FILE - Atlanta Falcons safety Richie Grant (27) lines up during the first half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021, in Atlanta. More roster moves could come, but as of Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2022, 14 players on the active roster are products of the two NFL drafts under the leadership of general manager Terry Fontenot and coach Arthur Smith, creating a more youthful look with such players as tight end Kyle Pitts, wide receiver Drake London, linebacker Arnold Ebiketie and safety Richie Grant positioned as leaders of the rebuild. (AP Photo/Danny Karnik, File)
Young Falcons roster molded to fit vision of Fontenot, Smith

Aug. 31, 2022 06:34 PM EDT

New York Jets' Zach Wilson throws during the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Friday, Aug. 12, 2022, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Jets QB Zach Wilson having knee surgery Tuesday in LA

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Aug. 14, 2022 02:02 PM EDT

FILE - Seattle Seahawks offensive lineman Duane Brown (76) looks on during pregame warmups before an NFL football game against the Houston Texans on Dec. 12, 2021, in Houston. The New York Jets and offensive tackle Duane Brown agreed to terms on a two-year contract on Thursday, Aug. 11, 2022, a person with direct knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press. (AP Photo/Matt Patterson, File)
AP source: Jets signing OT Duane Brown to 2-year deal

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Aug. 11, 2022 02:10 PM EDT

FILE - New York Jets offensive tackle Mekhi Becton waits to take the field before an NFL preseason football game against the New York Giants, Aug. 14, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. Becton will “more than likely” miss the entire season because of another injury to his surgically repaired right knee, coach Robert Saleh announced Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022. Becton was having a second evaluation after suffering a chip fracture to his kneecap, Saleh confirmed, during the second play of 11-on-11 team drills Monday. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II, File)
Jets' Saleh: Becton's season likely over after knee injury

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Aug. 09, 2022 01:44 PM EDT

New York Jets guard Mekhi Becton takes part in drills at the NFL football team's training camp in Florham Park, N.J., Thursday, July 28, 2022. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Jets OT Becton's knee injury more serious than first thought

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Aug. 08, 2022 03:02 PM EDT

FILE - New York Jets offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur looks on during a joint NFL football training camp practice with the Green Bay Packers, Aug. 18, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. After a season of trial and error with a rookie quarterback at the forefront, the Jets intend to firmly establish their identity on offense — with LaFleur leading the way. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke, File)
First season with Jets a learning experience for OC LaFleur

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jan. 06, 2022 05:53 PM EST

New York Jets' C.J. Mosley (57) strip sacks Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/John Munson)
Mosley takes MVP turn for Jets as playmaker, team leader

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jan. 05, 2022 06:20 PM EST

New York Jets running back Michael Carter, center, carries the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Jets activate leading rusher Carter, 3 others from IR

Dec. 18, 2021 05:01 PM EST

New York Jets safety Elijah Riley (33) celebrates after a tackle in the second half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans in Houston, Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021. The Jets won 21-14. (AP Photo/Eric Smith)
Jets' Riley a sudden starter motivated by loss of Army buddy

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Dec. 01, 2021 07:12 PM EST

Jets activate P Mann, OL McDermott; OL Edoga placed on IR

Nov. 13, 2021 08:59 PM EST
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — The New York Jets activated punter Braden Mann and offensive lineman Conor McDermott from injured reserve Saturday and placed...

Indianapolis Colts' Jonathan Taylor (28) runs past New York Jets' Ashtyn Davis (21) during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Jets' suddenly porous defense aims to tighten up in a hurry

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Nov. 12, 2021 03:52 PM EST

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) is escorted to the locker room after an apparent injury during the first half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Mike White to start at QB for Jets against Bills on Sunday

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Nov. 10, 2021 11:58 AM EST

New York Jets quarterback Mike White, left, catches a two-point conversion during the second half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)
White steps in, leads Jets to wild 34-31 win over Bengals

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Oct. 31, 2021 04:52 PM EDT

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh gestures during the first half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)
Sign of times: Jets defense out to eliminate explosive plays

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Sep. 17, 2021 03:47 PM EDT

FILE - New York Jets quarterback Josh Johnson (8) throws a pass during the second half of a preseason NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, in East Rutherford, N.J., in this Thursday, Sept. 3, 2015, file photo. The New York Jets signed well-traveled veteran quarterback Josh Johnson, giving them an experienced backup behind rookie Zach Wilson. Johnson was on the field for practice Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2021. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Jets sign QB Josh Johnson to give them experienced backup

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Aug. 04, 2021 10:49 AM EDT

FILE - New York Jets offensive tackle Cameron Clark (72) is shown during a practice at the NFL football team's training camp in Florham Park, N.J., in this Saturday, Aug. 22, 2020, file photo. Jets second-year offensive lineman Cameron Clark was taken to a hospital by ambulance after injuring his neck late in practice Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)
Jets' Clark has bruised spinal cord, should fully recover

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Aug. 03, 2021 01:27 PM EDT