Sam Darnold
FILE - In this July 29, 2019, file photo, Kansas City Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo watches a drill during NFL football training camp in St. Joseph, Mo. When the coronavirus pandemic forced everyone indoors — away from their everyday environments — creativity was the key. To working. To keeping in touch. And, for those making their living playing on football fields, to thinking up ways to bond as teammates. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
NFL teams went high-tech for team bonding this offseason

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jun. 19, 2020 11:20 AM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 27, 2019, file photo, Denver Broncos quarterback Joe Flacco (5) throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts in Indianapolis. The New York Jets and Flacco have agreed to terms on a one-year deal, the 2013 Super Bowl MVP's agency announced on Twitter. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Jets, QB Joe Flacco agree to terms on 1-year deal

By Dennis Waszak Jr. May. 22, 2020 05:15 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 20, 2019, file photo, Buffalo Bills running back Frank Gore runs against the Miami Dolphins in the second half of an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y. Gore just turned 37, absolutely ancient by NFL running back standards. Entering his first season with the Jets, Gore is feeling fresh and ready to help carry the load with Le'Veon Bell in New York's backfield. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus, File)
Age-defying Gore still running, excited to help Jets win

By Dennis Waszak Jr. May. 21, 2020 06:16 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 13, 2019, file photo, Seattle Seahawks offensive tackle George Fant (74) plays against Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) during the second half of an NFL football game in Cleveland. Fant, who is now with the New York Jets, spent most of his college days at Western Kentucky shooting basketballs and grabbing rebounds as a physical power forward with big-time hoop dreams. He had no idea then that football would ultimately be his path to stardom. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
Basketball helped power Jets' Fant to football success

By Dennis Waszak Jr. May. 08, 2020 02:31 AM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold (14) smiles before an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park, N.Y. Darnold was mostly pleased with how he finished last year with the New York Jets. The young quarterback enters his third NFL season knowing he needs to be even better. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus, File)
Jets' Darnold enters Year 3 with 'definitely room to grow'

By Dennis Waszak Jr. May. 06, 2020 03:11 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 5, 2019, file photo, Iowa defensive end A.J. Epenesa (94) plays against Michigan during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich. Buffalo’s first two draft selections _ Iowa defensive end A.J. Epenesa and Utah running back Zack Moss _ have an opportunity to contribute immediately in complementary roles. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
Big changes in AFC East, but Belichick the constant for Pats

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Apr. 30, 2020 01:32 PM EDT

In this still image from video provided by the NFL, New York Jets general manager Joe Douglas, seated, works during the second round of the NFL football draft, Friday, April 24, 2020. (NFL via AP)
Jets fill some big needs in Joe Douglas' first draft as GM

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Apr. 25, 2020 07:19 PM EDT

FILE - In this Feb. 25, 2020, file photo, Baylor wide receiver Denzel Mims speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. Mims is a possible pick in the NFL Draft which runs Thursday, April 23, 2020 thru Saturday, April 25. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Jets trade down, take Baylor WR Denzel Mims in 2nd round

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Apr. 24, 2020 09:28 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 7, 2019, file photo, LSU quarterback Joe Burrow (9) runs down field against Georgia during the first half of the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game in Atlanta. Burrow is expected to be a first round pick at the NFL Draft on Thursday, April 23, 2020.(AP Photo/John Amis)
The Latest: SEC breaks draft record with 15 1st-round picks

By The Associated Press Apr. 23, 2020 05:50 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 30, 2019, file photo, LSU quarterback Joe Burrow (9) scrambles during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Texas A&M in Baton Rouge, La. Burrow is a posible first round pick in the NFL Draft Thursday night, April 23, 2020. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert, File)
Look for 3 QBs in first 5 picks of NFL draft

By Barry Wilner Apr. 20, 2020 01:52 PM EDT

FILE - In this Feb. 27, 2020, file photo, Alabama wide receiver Jerry Jeudy runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. There will be quite a bit of intrigue for Joe Douglas and the Jets if any of the touted wide receivers are still there when New York goes on the clock.(AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Jets might have tough choice between top OL or WR at No. 11

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Apr. 16, 2020 12:29 PM EDT

O-line help, playmakers the top targets at No. 11 for Jets

By The Associated Press Apr. 15, 2020 10:45 AM EDT
11. NEW YORK JETS (7-9) LAST SEASON: Jets got off to rough start in Adam Gase's first year as coach, headlined by quarterback Sam Darnold...

FILE - In this Aug. 1, 2019, file photo, Denver Broncos offensive guard Connor McGovern (60) blocks during the Pro Football Hall of Fame NFL preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons in Canton, Ohio. McGovern's tireless work ethic was born from football and potatoes. The big, Midwest-bred New York Jets offensive lineman spent his childhood playing on the ballfields of Fargo, North Dakota, and helping out on the potato-filled farms owned by his family. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
Jets' new center McGovern raised on football and potatoes

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Apr. 03, 2020 05:36 PM EDT

FILE - In this Feb. 25, 2020, file photo, New York Jets general manager Joe Douglas speaks during a news conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. Douglas made a vow to Sam Darnold's parents when he met them before the Jets' preseason opener last summer. The new general manager assured Mike and Chris Darnold they weren't going to have to worry about their son with him in charge. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Jets GM promised Darnold's parents protecting QB is priority

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Apr. 01, 2020 06:44 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady calls signals at the line of scrimmage against the Miami Dolphins in the first half of an NFL football game in Foxborough, Mass. The Dolphins signed seven potential starters, but none will help their chances of overtaking the New England Patriots in the AFC East as much as Tom Brady did by bolting from Boston for Tampa Bay. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)
QB quest new for Patriots, but familiar for AFC East foes

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Apr. 01, 2020 05:00 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 21, 2019, file photo, Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott speaks to the media following an NFL football game against the New England Patriots in Foxborough, Mass. The team that appears closest to overtaking New England is the Bills, who went 10-7 last season, their best since 1999. They have a sense of stability for a change with Sean McDermott entering his fourth year as coach, and they're especially eager to embrace this new era in the AFC East after going 3-32 against Tom Brady. (AP Photo/Steven Senne, File)
Miami, Jets, Bills hope to capitalize on Brady's departure

By Steven Wine Apr. 01, 2020 03:08 PM EDT

FILE - In this June 11, 2019, file photo, New York Jets general manager Joe Douglas greets reporters during a practice at the team's NFL football training facility in Florham Park, N.J. Douglas entered his first full offseason running the New York Jets armed with a clear plan. The general manager is setting a tone in free agency unlike that of the often free-spending Jets of recent years. He has made mostly modest deals with second-tier free agents with upside while trying to retool and restructure the roster. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)
Douglas' offseason approach setting new tone for Jets future

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Mar. 27, 2020 04:03 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Breshad Perriman (19) pulls in a 24-yard touchdown reception in front of Atlanta Falcons outside linebacker De'Vondre Campbell (59) during the first half of an NFL football game in Tampa, Fla. Perriman agreed to terms Tuesday with the New York Jets on a one-year deal worth up to $8 million and includes $6 million guaranteed, agent Drew Rosenhaus told The Associated Press. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken, File)
Jets signing Perriman to 1-year deal after losing Anderson

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Mar. 24, 2020 08:34 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019 file photo, New York Jets cornerback Darryl Roberts (27) in coverage during the first half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in East Rutherford, N.J. The New York Jets have released cornerback Darryl Roberts after four seasons with the team as a sometime starter and valuable backup, Saturday, March 21, 2020. (AP Photo/Steve Luciano, File)
Jets agree with OLs Van Roten, Andrews; release CB Roberts

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Mar. 21, 2020 04:43 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers stands for the national anthem before an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Kansas City, Mo. The Indianapolis Colts and longtime Los Angeles Chargers star quarterback Philip Rivers have worked out a one-year contract. That’s according to a person who spoke to the Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the deal cannot be officially announced until Wednesday, March 18, 2020. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
Key additions and subtractions for AFC teams in free agency

By Barry Wilner Mar. 19, 2020 05:33 PM EDT