One of the New York Jets' biggest free-agent signings this offseason is in hot water before he plays his first game with the team. Running back Mike Goodson, who was expected to compete for the starting job, was arrested Friday in New Jersey on drug and weapons charges.
The New York Jets have a big void to fill at tailback after the free-agent departure of 1,000-yard rusher Shonn Greene to the Tennessee Titans. Greene has been the primary ball-carrier in New York for the past two seasons and was the central focus of New York's ground-and-pound philosophy.
I know what you’re thinking. Everyone who reads the AFC East blog wants to know how the New York Jets will use better Tim Tebow better, right? The popular backup quarterback has been a virtual non-factor offensively in the first half of the season.
DAVIE, Fla. -- Miami Dolphins running back Reggie Bush walked into the media room with a smirk on his face Wednesday. “Packed house,” Bush said with a grin. “I wonder why.” Miami's rookie head coach, Joe Philbin, entered minutes later and also noticed a larger-than-usual media corps.
New York Jets backup running back Joe McKnight (ankle) made a return to practice on Friday. It turns out he will play in Sunday’s rivalry game against the New England Patriots. This is significant because McKnight’s availability could mean fewer opportunities at running back for Tim Tebow.
Here are the most interesting stories Friday in the AFC East: Buffalo Bills quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick admits he’s been inconsistent in the passing game this season. Morning take: We examined Fitzpatrick’s inability to hit the deep ball this year.
The New York Jets are making it no secret they want to "ground and pound" opponents this year. That is why every time a running back is available, you have to consider the Jets as potential suitors. It turns out New York has shown interest in Olympic silver medalist Jeff Demps, according to Jenny Vrentas of the Newark Star-Ledger.
CORTLAND, N.Y. -- Bart Scott just wouldn't stop talking. The charismatic linebacker's mouth was running 100 miles per hour during New York Jets practice this past weekend. Scott got on the Jets' quarterbacks, Tim Tebow and Mark Sanchez.
CORTLAND, N.Y. -- A quick take on Thursday at the Jets: 1. The President isn't high on the QB situation. No, we're not referring to Neil Glat, the Jets' president. We're talking about President Obama, who, as a guest on an Ohio sports station, threw shade on the Mark Sanchez-Tim Tebow dynamic.
DENVER -- The New York Jets got Tebow-ed, falling to the Denver Broncos, 17-13, in a stunning, last-minute collapse Thursday night. Broncos QB Tim Tebow led a 95-yard drive, scoring on a 20-yard run with 58 seconds left.
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