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Running Back - Leon
Washington, Kevan Barlow, and
Cedric Houston have all shown
flashes, but that just
underscores the Jets' need for a
true #1 back. Washington would
be a nice complement to a
strong, solid runner.
Defensive Line -
The unit
held the Patriots to 14 points
in a winning effort, stifled the
Bears offense—allowing just 10
points in a loss—and allowed a
combined 21 points to the
Houston Texans and Green Bay
Packers. A nice prize through
the draft would be a top-tier
interior lineman to complement
DeWayne Robertson and can plug
up the middle and stop the run,
but an athletic end like Abraham
who's pass rush hasn't
been adequately replaced, and a
third-down pass rusher would be
a big addition.
Offensive Guard - Monster
tackle
D'Brickashaw Ferguson and center
Nick Mangold were both first
round selections for the Jets
last year, and this time around,
adding a talented guard to the
mix would give the Jets a young
line that can grow together. If
the team gets the right guard,
the line could easily become a
dominant one for many seasons to
come.
Wide
Receiver - Laveranues Coles
and Jerricho Cotchery have had
tremendous seasons, and while
the team is waiting for Brad
Smith to progress, an additional
threat at the position would be
a welcome addition to the
passing attack
New
York Jets Free Agency
Notes:
The Jets must find a
dominant, shutdown cornerback.
Andre Dyson provided stability
on left side, but Justin Miller,
David Barrett, Drew Coleman and
recently re-signed Hank Poteat
all took turns at right
cornerback, none with much
success. Miller's skills as Pro
Bowl kick returner makes him
invaluable, but he still
struggles in pass coverage.
Buffalo free agent Nate Clements
could make sense. The Jets also
are looking for a big right
tackle to replace the veteran
Clement, who probably won't be
re-signed. Despite having Leon
Washington and Cedric Houston at
running back, the Jets will
likely look to add another back
who can carry the load after
releasing Kevan Barlow. They
also need to focus on depth at
wide receiver, tight end and
defensive line.
UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS:
FBs B.J. Askew and James Hodgins;
DT Monsanto Pope; OL Wade Smith;
RT Anthony Clement.
RESTRICTED FREE AGENTS:
DE Dave Ball; DT Rashad Moore;
TE Sean Ryan; LB Cody Spencer |
