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OFFSEASON GAINS AND LOSSES

The Jets made a couple big additions to their defense during the offseason. They did lose linebackers Eric Barton and David Bowens, end Eric Hicks and tackle C.J. Mosley, but added two top playmakers in linebacker Bart Scott and cornerback Lito Sheppard. Scott is a franchise player that should lead the Jets defense for years to come. And Sheppard can be a shutdown corner, giving the Jets a lift in the secondary.

New York also will have a new starting quarterback this season. Brett Favre is gone after just one season. The Jets traded up in the draft to nab Mark Sanchez. He is their future at the position, likely starting this season. The Jets also used the draft to maybe find their future starting running back, Shonn Greene.

STRENGTHS

The Jets are very deep at running back. Thomas Jones is the starter and is coming off a career season. Greene was added for the future, but should see carries as soon as this season backing up Jones. And we can't forget Leon Washington, a top playmaker that gets a ton of receptions as a change of pace back. Washington also is a top return man. The Jets have three backs capable of starting and producing big numbers.

The linebacker position is a real strength for the Jets. The position was strong last season and got even better with the addition of Scott. He is joined by David Harris, Calvin Pace and Bryan Thomas. These guys are playmakers. Thomas is a great rusher off the edge. Harris is a good run stopper and does well in college. And Pace does a great job on the other side of Thomas, getting after the quarterback and making plays. The Jets have four top linebackers, which should make new head coach, who is defensive minded, Rex Ryan very happy.

WEAKNESSES

The Jets are thin at receiver. Jerricho Cotchery is a solid starter, but not an elite receiver. He is a good possession guy that moves the chains. But after him, the Jets have a lot of question marks. David Clowney, Chansi Stuckey and Brad Smith round out the depth chart. None of those guys are very exciting as starters. The Jets could really struggle to throw the ball if Cotchery and tight end Dustin Keller are covered.

OUTLOOK

The Jets continue to make upgrades. Their defense could be really good. But the quarterback position is a bit of a concern, which could hold them back this season. The Jets have a strong running game, though, and possibly a shutdown defense, which could make up for shaky quarterback play. They could be a playoff team this season.

TEAM NOTES
Nov 20, 03:23 PM The Associated Press reports New York Jets FS Jim Leonhard (thumb) was limited in practice Friday, Nov. 20, and is questionable for Week 11 with a broken right thumb. He is wearing a cast on his hand.
Nov 20, 12:13 PM Tara Sullivan, of The Bergen Record, reports New York Jets special teams coach Mike Westhoff said WR Jerricho Cotchery has emerged as a leading candidate to return kickoffs if FS Jim Leonhard (thumb) is not able to play.
Nov 20, 12:13 PM Tara Sullivan, of The Bergen Record, reports New York Jets WR David Clowney and CB Dwight Lowery are candidates to return kickoffs in Week 11.
Nov 19, 10:33 PM Dan Leberfeld, of Jets Confidential, reports New York Jets DE Shaun Ellis (knee) was limited in practice Thursday, Nov. 19, but he will start Week 11.
Nov 19, 10:33 PM Dan Leberfeld, of Jets Confidential, reports New York Jets WR Brad Smith (quadriceps) was limited in practice Thursday, Nov. 19, but he will play Week 11.
Nov 19, 10:33 PM Dan Leberfeld, of Jets Confidential, reports New York Jets LB Bryan Thomas (toe) practiced in full Thursday, Nov. 19, but he will start Week 11.
Nov 19, 12:33 PM J.P. Pelzman, of The Bergen Record, reports New York Jets FS Eric Smith will start at safety in Week 11 if FS Jim Leonhard (thumb) is not able to play.
Nov 18, 05:23 PM New York Jets LB Vernon Gholston (hamstring) and FS Jim Leonhard (thumb) did not practice Wednesday, Nov. 18.
Nov 18, 05:23 PM New York Jets DL Shaun Ellis (knee) and WR Brad Smith (quadriceps) were limited in practice Wednesday, Nov. 18.
Nov 18, 05:23 PM New York Jets LB Bryan Thomas (toe) practiced in full Wednesday, Nov. 18.
Nov 18, 02:33 PM Rich Cimini, of the New York Daily News, reports New York Daily News, reports New York Jets FS Jim Leonhard (thumb) and LB Vernon Gholston (hamstring) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Nov. 18. Head coach Rex Ryan has said Leonhard likely will not play in Week 11.
Nov 17, 09:43 PM The Associated Press reports New York Jets WR Braylon Edwards has pleaded not guilty to a misdemeanor assault charge after he was accused of punching a man outside a Cleveland nightclub in October. Edwards was arraigned in Cleveland Municipal Court Tuesday, Nov. 17. He waived his right to a speedy trial and was scheduled for a Dec. 12 court hearing.
Nov 16, 04:53 PM Newsday's Bob Glauber reports New York Jets FS Jim Leonhard (thumb) will undergo surgery on his fractured thumb. It is unknown how long Leonhard will be out.
Nov 16, 10:33 AM The New York Jets announced Monday, Nov. 16, that they have waived CB Ahmad Carroll.
Nov 15, 06:23 PM The Associated Press reports New York Jets QB Mark Sanchez was 16-for-30 for 212 yards with a touchdown pass and two interceptions Week 10 against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Fantasy Impact: Another so-so showing for Sanchez, who is an iffy fantasy option right now.
Nov 15, 04:13 PM NFL.com reports New York Jets SS Jim Leonhard (thumb) suffered a thumb injury in the first quarter in Week 10. He was replaced in the lineup by FS Eric Smith.

Offseason Keys

Additions:
Donald Strickland, CB; Marques Douglas, DE; Larry Izzo, LB; Jim Leonhard, S; Lito Sheppard, CB; Bart Scott, LB. 

Losses:
Eric Hicks, DE; Eric Barton, LB; David Bowens, LB; Cody Spencer, LB; Hank Poteat, CB; C.J. Mosley, DT; Mike Nugent, K; Chris Baker, TE; Laveranues Coles, WR; Noah Herron, RB; Brad Kassell, LB; Brett Favre, QB. 

2009 Draft Class

RoundPickPlayerPos
 # 1  5 Mark SanchezQB
 # 3  1 Shonn GreeneRB
 # 6  20 Matt SlausonOL
 Undrafted J'Nathan BullockTE

2009 Schedule

WeekDateTimeOpponent
1     Sep 13 1:00PM      at Houston
2     Sep 20 1:00PM      New England
3     Sep 27 1:00PM      Tennessee
4     Oct 4 4:05PM      at New Orleans
5     Oct 12 8:30PM      at Miami
6     Oct 18 4:15PM      Buffalo
7     Oct 25 4:05PM      at Oakland
8     Nov 1 1:00PM      Miami
-- Week 9 Bye --
10     Nov 15 1:00PM      Jacksonville
11     Nov 22 4:15PM      at New England
12     Nov 29 1:00PM      Carolina
13     Dec 3 8:20PM      at Buffalo
14     Dec 13 1:00PM      at Tampa Bay
15     Dec 20 1:00PM      Atlanta
16     Dec 27 4:15PM      at Indianapolis
17     Jan 3 1:00PM      Cincinnati