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Newsweek
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Jets Ranked Surprisingly High as Team to Snap Playoff Woes in 2025
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Every season, there is always hype behind the New York Jets. The hype they experienced last time was due to Aaron Rodgers taking over as quarterback. However, a torn Achilles ended the team's hopeful 2023 season. More news: 5 Best Landing Spots for Jaire Alexander After Shocking Release by Packers The 2024 season rolled around, and Rodgers' full and healthy return did not spark any additional comeback. The Jets finished the season 5-12 and continued their streak of not making the playoffs to a staggering 14 straight seasons. Though the belief is that the Jets' luck would finally kick in at some point, the organization has simply not been able to turn things around. Despite the team continually underperforming, they have been given a huge ranking in terms of teams that can snap their playoff drought woes. FLORHAM PARK, NEW JERSEY - JANUARY 27: New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn is introduced to the media at Atlantic Health Jets Training Center on January 27, 2025 in Florham Park, New Jersey. FLORHAM PARK, NEW JERSEY - JANUARY 27: New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn is introduced to the media at Atlantic Health Jets Training Center on January 27, 2025 in Florham Park, New Jersey. More news: Bengals Shockingly Release Top 10 Defender Jeremy Bergman has ranked the Jets as being the third-best in terms of odds for teams that can make the playoffs in the 2025 season. "Will wholesale changes in the front office, on the coaching staff, and under center spell a turnaround for Gang Green in 2025? Darren Mougey, Aaron Glenn, and Justin Fields benefit from a roster with cheap, young talent (Sauce Gardner, Garrett Wilson, Breece Hall) that was built to succeed with Rodgers. Plus, the AFC East ain't what it was, with Miami in purgatory and a new regime in New England. The Jets' .460 strength of schedule is 26th in the league," Bergman writes. There is some value to what Bergman is proposing, with one big aspect of this projection coming from the AFC East. The Jets might have a far better shot at competing now that the Buffalo Bills are the only team standing in their way in terms of overall skill level. The Miami Dolphins have many unanswered questions in terms of their overall roster. Star cornerback Jalen Ramsey is about to be traded leaving the secondary severely lacking, and tight end Jonnu Smith might also join Ramsey on a new team, as the disgruntled playmaker is seeking a contract that will pay him higher than $4 million in 2025. With so many roster issues, the Dolphins might struggle mightily in 2025. The New England Patriots are also a question mark. Granted, they have a wonderful new head coach in Mike Vrabel, but this is his first time helming the team that once won a Super Bowl. There is no telling how the Patriots' new coaching staff will answer the challenge of rebounding a team that also had a paltry 4-12 record. The Jets should be spoken about in the same light as the Patriots, as Aaron Glenn has come over from the Detroit Lions and is set to try and turn the organization around. However, New York might have found itself a huge steal in landing Justin Fields. Fields went 4-2 while running the offense for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2024. He was replaced by Russell Wilson, who took over and led the team to a playoff berth and a first-round exit. Still, while Mike Tomlin chose to use Wilson, Fields proved that he can lead a team. The Jets also have some young and dynamic playmakers in Garrett Wilson, Breece Hall, Allen Lazard, and Mason Taylor. On paper, the Jets are a more improved team, but time will tell if they can truly climb out of the basement of the AFC. More NFL: Falcons QB Kirk Cousins to Attend Mini-Camp for Unexpected Reason For more on the Jets, head to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
9 hours ago
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Jets' Armand Membou spotted at fight event over the weekend
The New York Jets' top rookie was spotted taking in an event in the team's New Jersey backyard over the weekend. First-round rookie Armand Membou was in attendance at UFC 316 fight event on Saturday. The fight was held not far from the Jets' home. It went down at the home of the NHL's New Jersey Devils, the Prudential Center. Advertisement The offensive lineman had a photo shared of him at the event can be found below: This article originally appeared on Jets Wire: Jets' Armand Membou spotted at UFC fight event over the weekend
USA Today
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Jets' Armand Membou spotted at fight event over the weekend
Jets' Armand Membou spotted at fight event over the weekend The New York Jets' top rookie was spotted taking in an event in the team's New Jersey backyard over the weekend. First-round rookie Armand Membou was in attendance at UFC 316 fight event on Saturday. The fight was held not far from the Jets' home. It went down at the home of the NHL's New Jersey Devils, the Prudential Center. The offensive lineman had a photo shared of him at the event can be found below:
USA Today
4 days ago
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Jets' Will McDonald IV a 'beast' after adding weight in the offseason
Jets' Will McDonald IV a 'beast' after adding weight in the offseason New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn recently provided an update on edge defender Will McDonald IV, saying that the former first-rounder has added weight to his frame this offseason. "He's a dynamic athlete for a guy of his stature," Glenn said during the team's OTAs. "I think he's like 6-4, like 240... he actually weighed in more than that because he's gained about 15 pounds." At his new playing weight, McDonald was a bright spot at OTAs, continuously getting after the passer and disrupting the offense. He was called a "beast" by NFL reporter Connor Hughes of SNY after a showing at OTAs where Hughes says McDonald got home for three sacks on the day. The added weight hasn't slowed McDonald down, and it seems to have brought his game to another level. While McDonald finished tied for 12th in the league with 10.5 sacks and 8th in the league with 68 pressures, the hope for him is that the added weight will help him develop into a well-rounded defensive end, specifically one who can be more effective in defending the run. Among 211 edge defenders in 2024, he ranked 205th in run defense grade (39.5), according to Pro Football Focus. "It's very good for him because it allows him to set the edge a lot better," Glenn said on McDonald adding some weight. "He has really long arms... he's a guy that has a skillset as far as rushing the passer that... I haven't been around a lot of guys just in my coaching tenure like what we have with him. I'm going to enjoy seeing exactly what he's gonna be able to do for us... and we're gonna let him loose." Going into year three in the NFL, McDonald is already a very productive pass rusher, but now he has the chance to propel himself into the upper echelon of edge rushers in the league if he can improve his strength and run defense. If McDonald plays like the "beast" from OTAs during this coming regular season, and his run defense takes steps forward with his bigger frame, it could set him up for a big-time pay day in the future. The Jets will have to make a decision on his fifth-year option, and McDonald is making it seem like a no-brainer for Jets brass at this point. McDonald will enter this year with a new jersey number, going from his old number 99 to his new number 9.
Yahoo
4 days ago
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Jets' young offensive line named their biggest strength entering 2025
Over the past few seasons, the Jets' front office and this new regime have made it known that they want to develop a high-caliber offensive line. And according to Pro Football Focus, they have done just that. Jets acquired young, talented linemen this offseason PFF's Max Chadwick and Dalton Wasserman recently named the Jets' 'young, impressive offensive line' their biggest strength. Advertisement The most talented player they acquired on the offensive line this offseason is rookie tackle Armand Membou, who they took at No. 7 overall. Membou was one of my favorite players in this past draft class, as he is a perfect fit for the Jets. Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images What made him stand out to me the most is his athleticism and production combo. He is able to get out in space on outside zones, tosses, while still being able to plant his foot on pass plays. At the right tackle position, he will slot in right away as the starter for years to come. A backup depth piece that could play a big role on the inside this season is Josh Myers, the former center of the Green Bay Packers. Advertisement I expect Myers to get a starting opportunity in a center-needy team, but he surprisingly took a backup-level contract with the Jets. This is a great get for the Jets, as they acquired a talented player with starting experience to sure up the middle if an injury occurs. Both of these moves could play big roles this season, as the Jets are notorious for going through injury problems. With Membou starting at tackle and Myers being a good backup, it is obvious that PFF made a good call with naming the line a strength. Offensive line strength isn't a one-year wonder The best part about this resurgence of offensive linemen for the Jets is that they are all young, and most of them are under contract long-term. Credit: Kevin R. / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Their tackles, Olu Fashanu and Armand Membou, each have at least the next three seasons locked in with the team, maybe five for Membou with the option. Advertisement This core of offensive linemen will be there for years to come, with possibly a guard and a swing tackle being in the mix for next season. This Jets front office, with help from the past few seasons as well, has built a young and sustainably talented offensive line that could really blossom this season. Related Headlines
