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Ex-Lions LB Jarrad Davis to sign one-year pact with Jets

The Jets signed former Lions linebacker Jarrad Davis to a one-year deal, for around $5.5 million, according to NFL Network’s Peter Schrager. The deal can be worth up to $7 million with incentives.
As NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport mentions, teams felt like Davis wasn’t properly utilized in Detroit. The former first-round pick will get a chance to prove himself as a 4-3 OLB in Robert Saleh’s defensive scheme.
This past season, Davis fell out of favor in Detroit. He made only four starts, playing in just 29% of the Lions’ defensive snaps.
Davis’ best season came in 2018, prior to former Lions head coach Matt Patricia’s arrival in Detroit. He recorded 100 total tackles, six sacks, five pass breakups and 10 quarterback hits in 16 starts

The Jets signed former Lions linebacker Jarrad Davis to a one-year deal, for around $5.5 million, according to NFL Network’s Peter Schrager. The deal can be worth up to $7 million with incentives.
As NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport mentions, teams felt like Davis wasn’t properly utilized in Detroit. The former first-round pick will get a chance to prove himself as a 4-3 OLB in Robert Saleh’s defensive scheme.
This past season, Davis fell out of favor in Detroit. He made only four starts, playing in just 29% of the Lions’ defensive snaps.
Davis’ best season came in 2018, prior to former Lions head coach Matt Patricia’s arrival in Detroit. He recorded 100 total tackles, six sacks, five pass breakups and 10 quarterback hits in 16 starts

Report: Jets place franchise tag on safety Marcus Maye

The Jets placed the franchise tag on safety Marcus Maye, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
This locks Maye into a one-year, fully-guaranteed contract that will pay him an estimated $10.5 million in 2021, per Schefter.
More importantly, the tag gives the Jets an extra four months to negotiate a long-term contract extension, something that Joe Douglas said is a priority for him and the team this offseason.
Maye was a revelation in 2020 as the star defensive back after the Jets traded Jamal Adams to Seattle. He was the fourth-highest graded safety, according to Pro Football Focus.
The former second-round selection finished with a career-high 88 combined tackles, two sacks, two interceptions, and two forced fumbles in 2020

The Jets placed the franchise tag on safety Marcus Maye, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
This locks Maye into a one-year, fully-guaranteed contract that will pay him an estimated $10.5 million in 2021, per Schefter.
More importantly, the tag gives the Jets an extra four months to negotiate a long-term contract extension, something that Joe Douglas said is a priority for him and the team this offseason.
Maye was a revelation in 2020 as the star defensive back after the Jets traded Jamal Adams to Seattle. He was the fourth-highest graded safety, according to Pro Football Focus.
The former second-round selection finished with a career-high 88 combined tackles, two sacks, two interceptions, and two forced fumbles in 2020

Report: Jets place franchise tag on safety Marcus Maye

The Jets placed the franchise tag on safety Marcus Maye, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
This locks Maye into a one-year, fully-guaranteed contract that will pay him an estimated $10.5 million in 2021, per Schefter.
More importantly, the tag gives the Jets an extra four months to negotiate a long-term contract extension, something that Joe Douglas said is a priority for him and the team this offseason.
Maye was a revelation in 2020 as the star defensive back after the Jets traded Jamal Adams to Seattle. He was the fourth-highest graded safety, according to Pro Football Focus.
The former second-round selection finished with a career-high 88 combined tackles, two sacks, two interceptions, and two forced fumbles in 2020

The Jets placed the franchise tag on safety Marcus Maye, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
This locks Maye into a one-year, fully-guaranteed contract that will pay him an estimated $10.5 million in 2021, per Schefter.
More importantly, the tag gives the Jets an extra four months to negotiate a long-term contract extension, something that Joe Douglas said is a priority for him and the team this offseason.
Maye was a revelation in 2020 as the star defensive back after the Jets traded Jamal Adams to Seattle. He was the fourth-highest graded safety, according to Pro Football Focus.
The former second-round selection finished with a career-high 88 combined tackles, two sacks, two interceptions, and two forced fumbles in 2020

Leon Washington returns to Jets as special teams assistant

Leon Washington has rejoined the Jets’ special teams unit.
Washington is the latest addition to Robert Saleh’s staff, as the Jets announced Wednesday that he is back with the franchise as a special teams assistant.
Washington spent the first four years of his career with the Jets after they made him a fourth-round pick out of Florida State in 2006.
A two-time Pro Bowler and a first-team All-Pro in 2008, Washington also spent time with the Seahawks, Patriots, and Titans before his career ended after the 2014 season.
Washington set several Jets records during his time in New York: kickoff return touchdowns (4), kickoff return touchdowns in a single-season (3 in 2007), and most all-purpose yards in a single season (2,337 in 2008).
Washington was with the Lions the last two years as part of the team’s William Clay Ford Minority Coaching Assistantship Program

Leon Washington has rejoined the Jets’ special teams unit.
Washington is the latest addition to Robert Saleh’s staff, as the Jets announced Wednesday that he is back with the franchise as a special teams assistant.
Washington spent the first four years of his career with the Jets after they made him a fourth-round pick out of Florida State in 2006.
A two-time Pro Bowler and a first-team All-Pro in 2008, Washington also spent time with the Seahawks, Patriots, and Titans before his career ended after the 2014 season.
Washington set several Jets records during his time in New York: kickoff return touchdowns (4), kickoff return touchdowns in a single-season (3 in 2007), and most all-purpose yards in a single season (2,337 in 2008).
Washington was with the Lions the last two years as part of the team’s William Clay Ford Minority Coaching Assistantship Program

Leon Washington returns to Jets as special teams assistant

Leon Washington has rejoined the Jets’ special teams unit.
Washington is the latest addition to Robert Saleh’s staff, as the Jets announced Wednesday that he is back with the franchise as a special teams assistant.
Washington spent the first four years of his career with the Jets after they made him a fourth-round pick out of Florida State in 2006.
A two-time Pro Bowler and a first-team All-Pro in 2008, Washington also spent time with the Seahawks, Patriots, and Titans before his career ended after the 2014 season.
Washington set several Jets records during his time in New York: kickoff return touchdowns (4), kickoff return touchdowns in a single-season (3 in 2007), and most all-purpose yards in a single season (2,337 in 2008).
Washington was with the Lions the last two years as part of the team’s William Clay Ford Minority Coaching Assistantship Program

Leon Washington has rejoined the Jets’ special teams unit.
Washington is the latest addition to Robert Saleh’s staff, as the Jets announced Wednesday that he is back with the franchise as a special teams assistant.
Washington spent the first four years of his career with the Jets after they made him a fourth-round pick out of Florida State in 2006.
A two-time Pro Bowler and a first-team All-Pro in 2008, Washington also spent time with the Seahawks, Patriots, and Titans before his career ended after the 2014 season.
Washington set several Jets records during his time in New York: kickoff return touchdowns (4), kickoff return touchdowns in a single-season (3 in 2007), and most all-purpose yards in a single season (2,337 in 2008).
Washington was with the Lions the last two years as part of the team’s William Clay Ford Minority Coaching Assistantship Program

Robert Saleh continues to praise Sam Darnold, but still no commitment

Robert Saleh continues to praise Sam Darnold, but he still won’t commit to him as the starting QB.
There’s a reason why he was the No. 3 pick. He’s only 23 years old. There’s no question that Sam is capable of being a starter in this league and capable of playing in this league at a very high level, Robert Saleh on Rich Eisen Show.
Darnold has one year left on his contract in 2021, carrying a $9.8 million cap hit.
The Jets could take a QB 2nd overall, or they could also explore a trade for Deshaun Watson or Matthew Stafford

Robert Saleh continues to praise Sam Darnold, but he still won’t commit to him as the starting QB.
There’s a reason why he was the No. 3 pick. He’s only 23 years old. There’s no question that Sam is capable of being a starter in this league and capable of playing in this league at a very high level, Robert Saleh on Rich Eisen Show.
Darnold has one year left on his contract in 2021, carrying a $9.8 million cap hit.
The Jets could take a QB 2nd overall, or they could also explore a trade for Deshaun Watson or Matthew Stafford

BREAKING: Jets hire Robert Saleh to be their new head coach

The Jets have found their next head coach.
Robert Saleh will leave his post as 49ers defensive coordinator and take over Gang Green, the Jets announced.
He is signing a five-year deal with New York, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The news follows Saleh’s second interview with the Jets on Tuesday.
Saleh, known for being a passionate, player-friendly coach, has been San Francisco’s defensive coordinator since 2017.
Saleh was considered a natural fit for the Lions’ vacancy. 49ers CB Richard Sherman endorsed him for that job in early December — and described Saleh as the CEO-type of coach the Jets are looking for

The Jets have found their next head coach.
Robert Saleh will leave his post as 49ers defensive coordinator and take over Gang Green, the Jets announced.
He is signing a five-year deal with New York, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The news follows Saleh’s second interview with the Jets on Tuesday.
Saleh, known for being a passionate, player-friendly coach, has been San Francisco’s defensive coordinator since 2017.
Saleh was considered a natural fit for the Lions’ vacancy. 49ers CB Richard Sherman endorsed him for that job in early December — and described Saleh as the CEO-type of coach the Jets are looking for

BREAKING: Jets hire Robert Saleh to be their new head coach

The Jets have found their next head coach.
Robert Saleh will leave his post as 49ers defensive coordinator and take over Gang Green, the Jets announced.
He is signing a five-year deal with New York, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The news follows Saleh’s second interview with the Jets on Tuesday.
Saleh, known for being a passionate, player-friendly coach, has been San Francisco’s defensive coordinator since 2017.
Saleh was considered a natural fit for the Lions’ vacancy. 49ers CB Richard Sherman endorsed him for that job in early December — and described Saleh as the CEO-type of coach the Jets are looking for

The Jets have found their next head coach.
Robert Saleh will leave his post as 49ers defensive coordinator and take over Gang Green, the Jets announced.
He is signing a five-year deal with New York, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The news follows Saleh’s second interview with the Jets on Tuesday.
Saleh, known for being a passionate, player-friendly coach, has been San Francisco’s defensive coordinator since 2017.
Saleh was considered a natural fit for the Lions’ vacancy. 49ers CB Richard Sherman endorsed him for that job in early December — and described Saleh as the CEO-type of coach the Jets are looking for

How Sam Darnold’s contract could impact Jets’ impending QB decision

The Jets’ impending decision on Sam Darnold goes beyond whether Joe Douglas and the team’s next head coach think the young quarterback’s future can be salvaged.
Like most things, money should also play a factor. Darnold has one-year remaining on his rookie contract, in addition to his fifth-year option.
Picking up Darnold’s fifth-year option would be a large commitment to make for the Jets when there’s barely any evidence to suggest that he can be a franchise quarterback.
If the Jets choose to move on from Darnold and draft a quarterback with the No. 2 pick, it would allow New York to reset the clock on a rookie quarterback contract.
That’s why even after missing out on the Trevor Lawrence sweepstakes, the Jets will have to determine if Justin Fields, Zach Wilson or Trey Lance are worthy alternatives to Darnold

The Jets’ impending decision on Sam Darnold goes beyond whether Joe Douglas and the team’s next head coach think the young quarterback’s future can be salvaged.
Like most things, money should also play a factor. Darnold has one-year remaining on his rookie contract, in addition to his fifth-year option.
Picking up Darnold’s fifth-year option would be a large commitment to make for the Jets when there’s barely any evidence to suggest that he can be a franchise quarterback.
If the Jets choose to move on from Darnold and draft a quarterback with the No. 2 pick, it would allow New York to reset the clock on a rookie quarterback contract.
That’s why even after missing out on the Trevor Lawrence sweepstakes, the Jets will have to determine if Justin Fields, Zach Wilson or Trey Lance are worthy alternatives to Darnold

How Sam Darnold’s contract could impact Jets’ impending QB decision

The Jets’ impending decision on Sam Darnold goes beyond whether Joe Douglas and the team’s next head coach think the young quarterback’s future can be salvaged.
Like most things, money should also play a factor. Darnold has one-year remaining on his rookie contract, in addition to his fifth-year option.
Picking up Darnold’s fifth-year option would be a large commitment to make for the Jets when there’s barely any evidence to suggest that he can be a franchise quarterback.
If the Jets choose to move on from Darnold and draft a quarterback with the No. 2 pick, it would allow New York to reset the clock on a rookie quarterback contract.
That’s why even after missing out on the Trevor Lawrence sweepstakes, the Jets will have to determine if Justin Fields, Zach Wilson or Trey Lance are worthy alternatives to Darnold

The Jets’ impending decision on Sam Darnold goes beyond whether Joe Douglas and the team’s next head coach think the young quarterback’s future can be salvaged.
Like most things, money should also play a factor. Darnold has one-year remaining on his rookie contract, in addition to his fifth-year option.
Picking up Darnold’s fifth-year option would be a large commitment to make for the Jets when there’s barely any evidence to suggest that he can be a franchise quarterback.
If the Jets choose to move on from Darnold and draft a quarterback with the No. 2 pick, it would allow New York to reset the clock on a rookie quarterback contract.
That’s why even after missing out on the Trevor Lawrence sweepstakes, the Jets will have to determine if Justin Fields, Zach Wilson or Trey Lance are worthy alternatives to Darnold