Carl Lawson
New York Jets cornerback Brandin Echols, second from right, takes part in drills with teammates at the NFL football team's training camp in Florham Park, N.J., Wednesday, July 27, 2022. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Confident Jets aim to go from worst to first on defense

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Aug. 03, 2022 04:27 PM EDT

New York Jets' Garrett Wilson interacts with fans at the NFL football team's practice facility Saturday, July 30, 2022, in Florham Park, N.J. (AP Photo/Julia Nikhinson)
Jets' first-round trio passing early tests in training camp

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jul. 30, 2022 04:09 PM EDT

FILE - New York Jets linebacker C.J. Mosley (57) defends against the Jacksonville Jaguars during an NFL football game, on Dec. 26, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. For a franchise that hasn't made the playoffs in 11 seasons - the NFL's longest active drought - it's all talk. But the Jets believe this season could truly be different. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)
Jets open camp with playoffs a 'realistic goal' this season

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jul. 26, 2022 04:59 PM EDT

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh, left, defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, center, and offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur, right, stand on the field as players take part in drills at the NFL football team's practice facility, Tuesday, June 14, 2022, in Florham Park, N.J. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
Mekhi Becton at Jets' mandatory minicamp after skipping OTAs

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jun. 14, 2022 12:13 PM EDT

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh talks to reporters before the start of a practice at the NFL football team's training facility in Florham Park, N.J., Tuesday, May 24, 2022. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Jets' revamped defense looks to 'dominate' after dismal 2021

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jun. 01, 2022 07:18 PM EDT

FILE - This is a 2021 file photo of Carl Lawson of the New York Jets NFL football team. A torn Achilles tendon in a joint practice with the Green Bay Packers last August left the Jets wondering what could’ve been. Lawson is feeling healthy but remains on the comeback trail. (AP Photo/File)
Lawson feeling good, eager to join Jets' D-line 'monsters'

By Dennis Waszak Jr. May. 11, 2022 05:22 PM EDT

Cincinnati cornerback Ahmad Gardner, left, stands with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell after being picked by the New York Jets with the fourth pick of the NFL football draft Thursday, April 28, 2022, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher )
Jets get CB Gardner, WR Wilson, DE Johnson in 1st round

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Apr. 28, 2022 08:53 PM EDT

FILE - New York Jets general manager Joe Douglas speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Wednesday, March 2, 2022. Joe Douglas and the New York Jets enter the NFL draft poised to make franchise history. With picks Nos. 4 and 10, the team has two selections in the top 10 for the first time. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Crucial draft for Jets, GM Douglas with 2 picks in top 10

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Apr. 22, 2022 04:50 PM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Solomon Thomas (92) looks on during the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Dec. 5, 2021, in Las Vegas. Thomas' production during his first five NFL seasons has not reflected his lofty draft status. The defensive lineman knows that. And he expects that to change after signing with the New York Jets and reuniting with coach Robert Saleh. “I'm excited to go off,” Thomas said Wednesday, March 30, 2022 during a Zoom call with reporters. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, file)
Solomon Thomas 'excited to go dominate' after joining Jets

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Mar. 30, 2022 04:45 PM EDT

Houston Texans defensive lineman Jacob Martin (54) is seen during pregame warmups before an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Thursday, Sept. 23, 2021, in Houston. The New York Jets and Martin have agreed to terms on a three-year deal worth up to $16.5 million, according to a person with direct knowledge of the contract. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Thursday, March 17, 2022, because the team had not yet announced the signing.(AP Photo/Matt Patterson)
AP source: Jets signing former Texans DE Jacob Martin

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Mar. 17, 2022 12:08 PM EDT

Buffalo Bills' Emmanuel Sanders tries to make a catch during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
Jets' Ulbrich focused on fundamentals, not overhauling D

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Nov. 18, 2021 06:13 PM EST

New York Jets running back Michael Carter (32) tries to break free from the New England Patriots during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. At left is New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2). (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm)
Wilson watching Jets' offensive success could help in return

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Nov. 05, 2021 04:59 PM EDT

New York Jets defensive end Bryce Huff reacts after Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill is sacked by middle linebacker C.J. Mosley during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in East Rutherford. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Jets' disruptive D-line using 'superpowers' to sack QBs

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Oct. 07, 2021 04:44 PM EDT

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson sits on the bench during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in East Rutherford. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Falcons, Jets decline 'bowl-week' approach to London game

By Charles Odum Oct. 07, 2021 01:03 PM EDT

Denver Broncos quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) warms up prior to an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
New York Jets at Denver Broncos 9/26/2021

Sep. 26, 2021 03:31 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 18, 2021, file photo, New York Jets wide receiver Jamison Crowder stretches during a joint NFL football practice with the Green Bay Packers in Green Bay, Wis. Crowder is recovering from symptoms of COVID-19 and his status for the opening game at Carolina remains uncertain. Coach Robert Saleh said Monday, Sept. 6, 2021, that Crowder is vaccinated against the virus, but the receiver's availability for the season opener will depend on how he feels. As a vaccinated player, Crowder will also need to produce two negative tests 24 hours apart, per NFL protocols. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke, File)
Jets expected to get Crowder, Cole back at WR this week

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Sep. 15, 2021 06:12 PM EDT

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh is seen during the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Saturday, Aug. 21, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
Saleh changed Jets' vibe, but now it must transfer to field

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Sep. 01, 2021 05:11 PM EDT

Saleh, Wilson give Jets some optimism for the future

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2021 04:07 PM EDT
NEW YORK JETS (2-14) New Faces: coach Robert Saleh, QB Zach Wilson (No. 2 overall draft pick), offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur,...

FILE - In this Aug. 21, 2021, file photo, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Ben DiNucci, front right, runs the ball as Houston Texans defensive end Shaq Lawson (93) pursues in the second half of a preseason NFL football game in Arlington, Texas. The New York Jets have acquired edge rusher Lawson from the Texans in exchange for a sixth-round pick in next year's NFL draft, according to a person with direct knowledge of the deal. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth, File)
AP source: Jets acquire edge rusher Shaq Lawson from Texans

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Aug. 29, 2021 02:25 PM EDT

FILE - This is a 2021 file photo of Vinny Curry of the New York Jets NFL football team. Curry announced Wednesday, Aug. 25, 2021, he has a rare blood disorder that required his spleen to be removed. (AP Photo/File)
Jets' Curry has rare blood disorder, hopes to play in 2022

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Aug. 25, 2021 01:36 PM EDT