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New York Jets Coach Reveals Potential Allen Lazard Plan
New York Jets Coach Reveals Potential Allen Lazard Plan originally appeared on Athlon Sports. With the fallout between the New York Jets and Aaron Rodgers this offseason, things looked dicey for the players brought in to please the QB we've playfully labeled "the unofficial assistant GM.'' Advertisement The first domino fell with the Jets releasing Davante Adams. Many believed that Allen Lazard would follow suit. Instead, however, Lazard took an $8.5 million pay cut to remain with the Jets. Lazard was brought in to pair with his longtime quarterback Rodgers in 2023. Lazard had a rough start in New York, making just 23 catches for 311 yards and one touchdown, all of which were career-lows outside of his rookie season where he played just one snap. Lazard struggled to get open, struggled to connect with Zach Wilson, and struggled to catch the ball. His 8.2 percent drop percentage was the eighth-worst mark in the NFL among wide receivers. Lazard also had five penalties that year, and converted on just four of his 17 contested catches, leading to him being benched for two games. With Rodgers throwing the ball, Lazard looked a little better in 2024. In 12 games, Lazard had 37 catches for 530 yards and six contested catch rate of 57.1 percent was a much more favorable mark than his first year in New York. His drop and penalty problems still persisted, with a career-high eight drops and six penalties. Advertisement After months of uncertainty, Lazard's future with the Jets looked unclear, despite the contract restructure. Indeed, one school of rumored thought was that the receiver would follow his pal Rodgers to Pittsburgh. But ... Jets' offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand praised Lazard on Wednesday, and indicated that he'll be remaining a Jet. 'Allen has done a remarkable job trying to learn the system." Engstrand said. "It's been really nice to have him.' Even throughout his struggles as a receiver in the NFL, Lazard has always maintained consistent playing time through his blocking. Lazard has posted Pro Football Focus blocking grades of 69.8 or higher in five of his last six NFL seasons. The ability to block as a skill player is something head coach Aaron Glenn values greatly. Advertisement Unfortunately, the lone exception to Lazard's great blocking grades was last season, where he posted a career-low 52.2 mark. If Lazard wants to get in the good graces of Glenn and Engstrand, he'll have to return to his usual form in the blocking game. Related: Lions' Dan Campbell Gets Credit for Jets Offseason Moves Related: Jets' Aaron Glenn Describes Perfect Leader This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 13, 2025, where it first appeared.
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Do the Jets have enough depth in their receiving corps?
Oct 14, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets wide receiver Allen Lazard (10) runs with the ball against the Buffalo Bills during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images Oct 14, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets wide receiver Allen Lazard (10) runs with the ball against the Buffalo Bills during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images The Jets have a hole on their roster at wide receiver. Garrett Wilson is leading the corps for the Jets as the top option, but behind him, there are a lot of question marks. The Jets have a few wide receivers on the roster who could boom The Jets have a couple of veteran options that will be getting a look this season, including Allen Lazard and Josh Reynolds. Out of those two, the most intriguing option is Josh Reynolds, who is only two seasons removed from his best campaign with the Lions. Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images The Jets' new head coach and offensive coordinator are coming over from the Lions. The connection between them and Reynolds is not a coincidence, but more of a praise. Advertisement Reynolds, in his 2023 campaign, posted 608 yards, five touchdowns, and averaged 15.2 yards per reception. Being on a team full of offensive stars, Reynolds still found a way to be a reliable option for Jared Goff, and this upcoming season could be exactly that for Justin Fields. Some younger players are also looking to get more opportunities, including Malachi Corley and Arian Smith. Arian Smith could be a big piece in this offense. When running a top offense, it's important to have a burner who can find his way open down the field. Smith, although he does have major drop problems, can be exactly that. Smith brings speed and versatility, which the Jets have not had in recent times. Can the Jets look towards a move through free agency? There are a couple of pieces out in free agency that may be a bit enticing, but one stands out as a fit. Advertisement Keenan Allen is a reliable veteran who would be a major upgrade on this Jets team. He is a smooth route runner who has sure hands. Credit: Bob Kupbens-Imagn Images With a lot of younger weapons at the pass-catching positions, Allen would bring veteran leadership for a team looking for a WR2. He brings experience, scheme versatility, and a good presence to a roster. Although I would like the Jets to make a move like this, I do not think they will make another move in free agency that would be as big as Allen. They feel comfortable with this receiving corps, and throughout OTAs and training camp, we will be able to get a look at the unit's ability to perform. Advertisement Related Headlines
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07-06-2025
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New York Jets receiver has garnered a strong association with Aaron Rodgers being that he is one of the quarterbacks favored targets in recent years, but he does not seem inclined to join the polarizing veteran with his new team.
New York Jets receiver has garnered a strong association with Aaron Rodgers being that he is one of the quarterbacks favored targets in recent years, but he does not seem inclined to join the polarizing veteran with his new team. originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The New York Jets are long removed from the Aaron Rodgers saga. Two years of drama and disappointment bore no fruit for the franchise and they have turned the opposite way with new leadership and a new quarterback under center. Advertisement Meanwhile, Rodgers waited for months to choose his next career move. Once things became too painstakingly obvious, he finally signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers this week. Now the Steelers get their turn dealing with the Rodgers circus though they had few options elsewhere to find their QB1. If there is one thing to take away from the last few years of Rodgers' career without diving into the polarizing antics that come with him, he fervently enjoys playing with a familiar group of receivers. When he went to the Jets, the team surrounded him with a company of such players, including Davante Adams. Allen Lazard also falls into that category, having played with Rodgers on the Green Bay Packers before joining him in New York. Advertisement As the Rodgers saga dragged on there was a belief that his buddy could join him in the Steel City. However, that may not be the case as PFT's Mike Florio believes Lazard may want to go his own way and prove himself with the Jets. "Per a source with knowledge of Lazard's thinking, he sees a very real potential benefit to proving his ability to function at an acceptable level without Rodgers as his quarterback. "With the Jets planning a run-heavy offense under new coach Aaron Glenn (and new quarterback Justin Fields), there's a premium on receiver blocking. At six feet, five inches and 225 pounds, Lazard fits that role perfectly." Florio also noted that there is no guarantee here, but Lazard by no means is a lock to don the Black and Gold in 2025. That may be his best prospect for his career with the complete unknown that is this budding and likely short-term relationship between the Steelers and Rodgers. Advertisement Rodgers worked out with current Steelers No. 1 DK Metcalf in California earlier this offseason, so there is at least one pass catcher with some familiarity with the quarterback. Nothing is certain either way here, but Rodgers' old pal may be best suited sticking to his guns here and showing the league what he can do in a system tailored to his abilities. Related: Ex Jets Linebacker Arrested In Florida Related: Aaron Rodgers Signing Incredibly Cheap Contract With Steelers Rumored This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 6, 2025, where it first appeared.
New York Post
28-05-2025
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Jets receiver Allen Lazard reveals engagement as Steelers rumors swirl: ‘Onto the next chapter'
Allen Lazard is 'onto the next chapter' — in his personal life, that is. The Jets receiver, who has been at the center of trade buzz this offseason, revealed his engagement to girlfriend Camila Escribens on Tuesday, with the couple sharing the exciting news in a joint Instagram post. In photos of the Hamptons proposal, Lazard got down on one knee in the sand as he popped the question to his future wife, who stood in front of a heart-shaped flower arch with smaller bouquets of white blooms and candles placed nearby. Advertisement 6 Camila Escribens and Allen Lazard revealed their engagement in May 2025. Instagram / @camilaescribenss Escribens, who was named Miss Peru 2023 and competed in the Miss Universe pageant, revealed in the post's caption that they got engaged on May 18. Advertisement 'Onto the next chapter…,' she wrote alongside a ring emoji. Escribens has been open about her romance with Lazard, 29, posting photos of the pair during Jets home games last season. 6 Camila Escribens supported Allen Lazard at Jets games in 2024. Instagram / @camilaescribenss 6 She was named Miss Peru 2023. Instagram / @camilaescribenss Advertisement 'Way more fun over here,' the model captioned a post from MetLife Stadium in October. It remains to be seen if Lazard will be catching passes at the Meadowlands this fall amid recent rumors linking him to the Steelers. Lazard, entering the third year of a four-year, $44 million pact with the Jets, agreed to take an $8.5 million pay cut in April. 6 Allen Lazard has played for the Jets since 2023. Bill Kostroun/New York Post Advertisement Should he be moved to the Steelers, though, the big question is who will be throwing Lazard the ball. Pittsburgh has been pursuing Lazard's former teammate, star quarterback Aaron Rodgers, for much of the offseason. Parties have yet to reach an official agreement as Rodgers, coming off two mundane seasons with the Jets, has been tending to personal matters with a member of his inner circle battling cancer. 'I am trying to be open to everything and not specifically attached to anything when it comes to this decision,' Rodgers said during an April appearance on 'The Pat McAfee Show.' 'I'm just going through a lot in my personal life that has to take precedent at this point.' 6 Allen Lazard has been linked to the Steelers this offseason. Robert Sabo for NY Post The Steelers have rookie quarterback Will Howard and veteran backup Mason Rudolph on their roster, with Pittsburgh's 2018 third-round pick stating he isn't deterred by the Rodgers chatter. 'That's nothing new to me. There's been constant noise,' Rudolph said this week at OTAs. 'That is the nature of the NFL. So I am used to that for a long time. Now I'm doing nothing but being the best I can be to help our team get better this spring.' Advertisement 6 Aaron Rodgers has been pursued by the Steelers this offseason. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post Although some Steelers have made it clear they'll welcome Rodgers with open arms, a franchise legend hopes the four-time league MVP keeps his zip code on the West Coast. 'That's a joke. That to me is just a joke,' Terry Bradshaw, a four-time Super Bowl-winning quarterback with the Steelers, said during an appearance on 103.7 The Buzz. 'What are you gonna do? Bring him in for one year, are you kidding me? That guy needs to stay in California. Go somewhere and chew on bark and whisper to the gods out there.' Advertisement Rodgers appeared in all 17 regular-season games for the Jets last year, throwing for 3,897 yards, 28 touchdowns and 11 interceptions. Lazard, who was teammates with Rodgers in Green Bay, had 37 receptions for 530 yards and six touchdowns with the Jets in 2024.
USA Today
23-05-2025
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Allen Lazard stats, game log, news, injury status
Allen Lazard stats, game log, news, injury status The New York Jets' Allen Lazard will see his first action of 2025 in his team's season opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers, beginning at 1 p.m. ET on Sept. 7. Last season Lazard caught 37 passes on 60 targets for 530 yards and six touchdowns, averaging 44.2 yards per game. Get Jets tickets on StubHub! Allen Lazard injury news Lazard is not on the injury list this week. The Jets have no other receiver on the injury list. Allen Lazard stats (2024) Targets: 60 60 Receptions: 37 37 Receiving yards: 530 530 Receiving YAC: 155 155 Receiving TDs: 6 Lazard game log (2024) Week 1 at 49ers: 9 TAR, 6 REC, 89 REC YDS, 2 REC TD 9 TAR, 6 REC, 89 REC YDS, 2 REC TD Week 2 at Titans: 4 TAR, 2 REC, 11 REC YDS, 0 REC TD 4 TAR, 2 REC, 11 REC YDS, 0 REC TD Week 3 vs. Patriots: 3 TAR, 3 REC, 48 REC YDS, 1 REC TD 3 TAR, 3 REC, 48 REC YDS, 1 REC TD Week 4 vs. Broncos: 8 TAR, 5 REC, 58 REC YDS, 0 REC TD 8 TAR, 5 REC, 58 REC YDS, 0 REC TD Week 5 at Vikings: 9 TAR, 4 REC, 34 REC YDS, 1 REC TD 9 TAR, 4 REC, 34 REC YDS, 1 REC TD Week 6 vs. Bills: 7 TAR, 6 REC, 114 REC YDS, 1 REC TD 7 TAR, 6 REC, 114 REC YDS, 1 REC TD Week 7 at Steelers: 4 TAR, 4 REC, 58 REC YDS, 0 REC TD 4 TAR, 4 REC, 58 REC YDS, 0 REC TD Week 14 at Dolphins: 1 TAR, 1 REC, 18 REC YDS, 0 REC TD 1 TAR, 1 REC, 18 REC YDS, 0 REC TD Week 15 at Jaguars: 4 TAR, 0 REC, 0 REC YDS, 0 REC TD 4 TAR, 0 REC, 0 REC YDS, 0 REC TD Week 16 vs. Rams: 5 TAR, 2 REC, 20 REC YDS, 0 REC TD 5 TAR, 2 REC, 20 REC YDS, 0 REC TD Week 17 at Bills: 3 TAR, 1 REC, 9 REC YDS, 0 REC TD 3 TAR, 1 REC, 9 REC YDS, 0 REC TD Week 18 vs. Dolphins: 3 TAR, 3 REC, 71 REC YDS, 1 REC TD Allen Lazard fantasy insights (2024) With 89.0 fantasy points (7.4 per game) in 2025, Lazard ranked 170th overall in the league and 53rd at his position. In Week 1 against the San Francisco 49ers, Lazard put up a season-high 20.9 fantasy points, thanks to this stat line: six receptions, 89 yards and two touchdowns. Lazard put up 17.4 fantasy points in Week 6 against the Buffalo Bills -- six catches, 114 yards and one touchdown -- his second-best fantasy showing of the season. Lazard picked up 0.9 fantasy points -- one reception, nine yards, on three targets -- in his second-worst game of the season. That was in Week 17 against the Buffalo Bills. Next game: Allen Lazard vs. the Pittsburgh Steelers The New York Jets (0-0) meet the Steelers (0-0) in their next game. How to watch Allen Lazard and the Jets Matchup: New York Jets vs. Pittsburgh Steelers New York Jets vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Time: 1 p.m. ET 1 p.m. ET Date: September 7, 2025 September 7, 2025 TV: CBS CBS Live stream: Fubo (regional restrictions may apply) Fubo Live stream: Paramount+ Watch Jets vs. Steelers on Fubo!
