Laken Tomlinson
New York Jets guard Alijah Vera-Tucker (75) looks on during an NFL pre-season football game against the New York Giants, Aug. 27, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. Vera-Tucker had an impressive rookie season for the Jets last year as their left guard. The first-round draft pick moved to left guard this season because of injuries on the offensive line, and then made his first start at left tackle last Sunday. Vera-Tucker's versatility has earned the ultimate respect of his teammates, with one declaring he'll one day join the Jets' Ring of Honor. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz)
Vera-Tucker's 'phenomenal' versatility earns Jets' respect

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Oct. 05, 2022 05:22 PM EDT

FILE - Movers sorts boxes for packing at the Los Angeles Chargers' facility after NFL football minicamp, Thursday, June 15, 2017, in San Diego. Finding a home on and off the field can be an overwhelming chore for many NFL players. Especially in a topsy-turvy league where job security is far from guaranteed. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy, File)
NFL players tackle housing issues when joining teams

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Sep. 27, 2022 03:34 PM EDT

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh reacts during the first half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/John Munson)
Jets' offense stumbles in season-opening loss to Ravens

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Sep. 11, 2022 06:43 PM EDT

New York Jets offensive tackle Duane Brown speaks to reporters at the NFL football team training facility in Florham Park, N.J., Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2022. Brown signed a two-year contract with the New York Jets to play left tackle -- and at a high level. The offensive lineman, who turns 37 on Aug. 30, is excited to continue his career.(AP Photo/Dennis Waszak Jr.)
Jets LT Brown dealing with shoulder issue, uncertain to play

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Sep. 08, 2022 05:43 PM EDT

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17), center, warms-up before a preseason NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)
Bills rule AFC East, with Dolphins, Jets, Pats far behind

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Sep. 01, 2022 12:36 PM EDT

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh works the sidelines in the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Aug. 28, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Saleh likes potential of Jets' 'built, not bought roster'

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Aug. 31, 2022 07:42 PM EDT

FILE - New York Jets offensive lineman Laken Tomlinson (78) walks off the field after an NFL preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Friday, Aug. 12, 2022, in Philadelphia. Tomlinson cries before every game thinking about the daughter his family lost three years ago. The memory of Claire Abigail's death just 18 days after she was born still motivates him. He tells The Associated Press he's not sure where he'd be right now if not for the support of family and close friends. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz, File)
Jets' Laken Tomlinson driven by loss of first-born daughter

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Aug. 25, 2022 12:32 PM EDT

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan watches from the sideline during the second half of a preseason NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
49ers putting talented roster in QB Trey Lance's hands

By Josh Dubow Aug. 24, 2022 03:48 PM EDT

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa (97) trains on the practice fields at Levi's Stadium, Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, in Santa Clara, Calif. (Santiago Mejia/San Francisco Chronicle via AP)
49ers hoping QB Trey Lance helps them take next step

By The Associated Press Aug. 24, 2022 03:07 PM EDT

New York Jets' Breece Hall speaks during a news conference at the NFL football team's practice facility Saturday, July 30, 2022, in Florham Park, N.J. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
Jets' season still all about Zach Wilson, whenever he's back

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Aug. 23, 2022 02:39 PM EDT

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson takes part in drills at the NFL football team's practice facility in Florham Park, N.J., Thursday, July 28, 2022. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Jets QB Wilson showing 'pure confidence' in huddle in Year 2

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jul. 28, 2022 04:38 PM EDT

New York Jets tackle Mekhi Becton speaks to the media at the NFL football team's practice facility in Florham Park, N.J., Wednesday, July 27, 2022. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Jets switch Mekhi Becton to right tackle from left side

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jul. 27, 2022 03:22 PM EDT

FILE - San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle runs against the Houston Texans during the first half of an NFL football game Jan. 2, 2022, in Santa Clara, Calif. Tight End U is back for a second straight year in Nashville, Tenn., the offseason home of Kittle. Kittle, a three-time Pro Bowler, started this a year ago with seven-time Pro Bowl tight end Travis Kelce and another three-time Pro Bowl tight end in Greg Olsen, who's now retired. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn, File)
49ers turn team over to QB Trey Lance in 2022

By The Associated Press Jul. 15, 2022 10:12 AM EDT

FILE - New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh walks the field as his players take part in drills at the NFL football team's practice facility, Tuesday, June 14, 2022, in Florham Park, N.J. Saleh’s first season as coach of the New York Jets was a rough one. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)
All eyes on Zach Wilson's Year 2 progress as Jets open camp

By The Associated Press Jul. 15, 2022 10:01 AM EDT

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) takes part in drills at the NFL football team's practice facility, Tuesday, June 14, 2022, in Florham Park, N.J. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
Jets QB Wilson 'doesn't need to be Brady' in Year 2 progress

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jun. 16, 2022 05:40 PM EDT

FILE - San Francisco 49ers center Alex Mack (50) walks back to the locker room after an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. Seven-time Pro Bowl center Alex Mack is retiring after 13 years in the NFL, leaving a major hole in the middle of the offensive line for the San Francisco 49ers. The 36-year-old Mack announced his retirement on Friday, June 3, 2022, in a move the Niners had been bracing for this offseason. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong, File)
7-time Pro Bowl C Alex Mack retires after 13 years in NFL

By Josh Dubow Jun. 03, 2022 11:54 AM EDT

FILE - San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch looks on before an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings in Santa Clara, Calif., Nov. 28, 2021. The 49ers have helped dictate the first round of the draft in five years under Lynch and coach Kyle Shanahan with top 10 picks four times and multiple first-rounders twice. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn, File)
49ers address needs at offensive line, cornerback in draft

By Josh Dubow Apr. 30, 2022 08:43 PM EDT

Cincinnati cornerback Ahmad Gardner, left, stands with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell after being picked by the New York Jets with the fourth pick of the NFL football draft Thursday, April 28, 2022, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher )
Jets get CB Gardner, WR Wilson, DE Johnson in 1st round

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Apr. 28, 2022 08:53 PM EDT

FILE - New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson, left, looks to throw during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. There was something different about Zach Wilson when the second-year quarterback arrived at the New York Jets' facility last week. His teammates could sense the increased confidence — and they liked everything about it. “My guy came back with a little more swag,” offensive tackle George Fant said of Wilson on Wednesday, April 27, 2022.(AP Photo/John Munson, File)
Wilson likes Jets' plan, enters 2nd season with 'more swag'

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Apr. 27, 2022 05:19 PM EDT

FILE - San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel (19) warms up before an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. All-Pro receiver Deebo Samuel told ESPN that he has requested a trade from the San Francisco 49ers as the two sides have been unable to negotiate a long-term deal for one of the league's top playmakers. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)
49ers must exhibit patience with no 1st round pick

By Josh Dubow Apr. 22, 2022 05:13 PM EDT