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| The Jets defense was solid last season and could improve even more with defensive minded coach Rex Ryan now at the helm. Ryan was a highly productive coach for the Ravens defense the last several seasons. He should dial up the pressure for the Jets, who could improve on last season's 40 sacks. The Jets don't have a dominant pass rusher, but a lot of capable options. And the addition of linebacker Bart Scott gives this unit another top playmaker on the defensive side of the ball. Scott should be the anchor of the defense for years to come. Kerry Rhodes is the top playmaker in the secondary. Rhodes is a top safety capable of breaking up the run or pass. He just makes plays. The Jets also added top cover corner Lito Sheppard during the offseason, giving them another playmaker in the secondary. Leon Washington gives the Jets a big-time threat on special teams. He had a kick return touchdown last season and averaged 25.6 yards per kick return. Washington is an electric return man with big-play ability.
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The Jets have become a top fantasy defense/special team. They have a lot of sack potential, especially with Scott now on board. And the secondary is more than capable of shutting down a defense with Rhodes, Sheppard and Darrelle Revis causing havoc. And the return game makes this unit a elite option for fantasy teams. |
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| New York Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum said during a press conference that he expects LB Vernon Gholston to be with the team next season. |
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| Rich Cimini, of the New York Daily News, reports if the New York Jets opt to release LB Vernon Gholston in the offseason, he would not be missed in the locker room. 'I don't see the passion,' said one of Gholston's teammates, speaking on the condition of anonymity. 'He plays stiff and he just doesn't seem to have that love for the game. I've never seen any emotion at all.' |
| Fantasy Impact: Nice. Gholston is becoming one of the all-time first-round busts. |
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| Dave Hutchinson, of The Star Ledger, reports New York Jets LB Vernon Gholston's future with the team is uncertain this offseason even though the team owes him roughly $11 million in guaranteed money. |
| Fantasy Impact: At this point, Gholston is a huge bust. He can't do anything in the Jets system, which is a big concern. |
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| Dan Leberfeld, of Jets Confidential, reports New York Jets LB Vernon Gholston (hamstring) practiced in full Friday, Nov. 27, and he is expected to return for Week 12. He is listed as probable for the game. |
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| Dan Leberfeld, of Jets Confidential, reports New York Jets LB Vernon Gholston (hamstring) was limited during practice Thursday, Nov. 26. He may be a game-time decision for Week 12. |
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| Updating a previous report, New York Jets LB Vernon Gholston (hamstring) was limited during practice Wednesday, Nov. 25. |
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| Rich Cimini, of the New York Daily News, reports New York Jets LB Vernon Gholston (hamstring) participated in practice Wednesday, Nov. 25. |
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| Dan Leberfeld, of Jets Confidential, reports New York Jets LB Vernon Gholston (hamstring) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He has been ruled out for Week 11. |
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| Dan Leberfeld, of Jets Confidential, reports New York Jets LB Vernon Gholston (hamstring) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 13. He is listed as doubtful for Week 10 and will not play. |
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| Dan Leberfeld, of Jets Confidential, reports New York Jets LB Vernon Gholston (hamstring) did not participate in practice Thursday, Nov. 12. He will not be able to play in Week 10. |
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