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New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) takes part in drills at the NFL football team's practice facility, Tuesday, June 14, 2022, in Florham Park, N.J. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
Jets QB Wilson 'doesn't need to be Brady' in Year 2 progress

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jun. 16, 2022 05:40 PM EDT

FILE - San Francisco 49ers center Alex Mack (50) walks back to the locker room after an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. Seven-time Pro Bowl center Alex Mack is retiring after 13 years in the NFL, leaving a major hole in the middle of the offensive line for the San Francisco 49ers. The 36-year-old Mack announced his retirement on Friday, June 3, 2022, in a move the Niners had been bracing for this offseason. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong, File)
7-time Pro Bowl C Alex Mack retires after 13 years in NFL

By Josh Dubow Jun. 03, 2022 11:54 AM EDT

FILE - San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch looks on before an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings in Santa Clara, Calif., Nov. 28, 2021. The 49ers have helped dictate the first round of the draft in five years under Lynch and coach Kyle Shanahan with top 10 picks four times and multiple first-rounders twice. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn, File)
49ers address needs at offensive line, cornerback in draft

By Josh Dubow Apr. 30, 2022 08:43 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 quarterback Zach Wilson, left, looks to throw during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. There was something different about Zach Wilson when the second-year quarterback arrived at the New York Jets' facility last week. His teammates could sense the increased confidence — and they liked everything about it. “My guy came back with a little more swag,” offensive tackle George Fant said of Wilson on Wednesday, April 27, 2022.(AP Photo/John Munson, File)
Wilson likes Jets' plan, enters 2nd season with 'more swag'

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Apr. 27, 2022 05:19 PM EDT

FILE - San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel (19) warms up before an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. All-Pro receiver Deebo Samuel told ESPN that he has requested a trade from the San Francisco 49ers as the two sides have been unable to negotiate a long-term deal for one of the league's top playmakers. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)
49ers must exhibit patience with no 1st round pick

By Josh Dubow Apr. 22, 2022 05:13 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

FILE - San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch looks on before an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings in Santa Clara, Calif., Nov. 28, 2021. The 49ers have helped dictate the first round of the draft in five years under Lynch and coach Kyle Shanahan with top 10 picks four times and multiple first-rounders twice. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn, File)
49ers have no 1st-round draft pick for 1st time since 1996

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2022 12:51 PM EDT

FILE - New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh looks on against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. With NFL Draft picks Nos. 4 and 10, the team has two selections in the top 10 for the first time. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)
Jets enter NFL draft with 4 picks in first 38 selections

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2022 11:49 AM 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

FILE - New York Jets quarterback Joe Flacco (19) passes against the Miami Dolphins during an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. The New York Jets and quarterback Joe Flacco have agreed on a one-year contract, keeping Zach Wilson's veteran backup in place. Flacco's agency JL Sports announced the deal on Twitter on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 shortly before the official start of the NFL's new league year. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)
Jets bringing back QBs Flacco, White as Wilson's backups

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Mar. 16, 2022 03:35 PM EDT

FILE - Seattle Seahawks defensive back D.J. Reed chases a play during an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, on Jan. 2, 2022, in Seattle. The New York Jets are signing former Seahawks cornerback D.J. Reed, according to a person with direct knowledge of the move. The person confirmed the agreement to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity on Tuesday, March 15, 2022, because the team had not announced it; deals are not made official until the NFL's league year begins Wednesday. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear, File)
Jets bolster D, agree to terms with CB Reed, S Whitehead

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Mar. 15, 2022 03:13 PM EDT

FILE - Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Charvarius Ward (35) celebrates a touchdown on a fumble by Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins during the first half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Oct. 13, 2019. The San Francisco 49ers made their first big move of free agency, agreeing with former Kansas City cornerback Ward on a three-year contract. A person familiar with the deal confirmed Monday, March 14, 2022, that the sides reached agreement on the deal. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal cannot be signed until the start of the new league year on Wednesday. (AP Photo/Colin E. Braley, File)
AP source: 49ers agree to deal with CB Charvarius Ward

By Josh Dubow Mar. 15, 2022 12:41 AM EDT

FILE - Buffalo Bills quarterback Mitchell Trubisky runs with the ball during the second half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Orchard Park, N.Y. A person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press the Pittsburgh Steelers have agreed to terms on a two-year contract that will give Trubisky a chance to compete for the starting quarterback job following Roethlisberger's retirement in January. The person spoke to the AP on the condition of anonymity because the deal was not yet official. Financial details were not disclosed. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus, File)
NFL free agency: Let the dealing begin, mostly unofficial

By Barry Wilner Mar. 14, 2022 04:47 PM EDT

FILE - New York Jets wide receiver Braxton Berrios (10) runs with the ball during an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. The New York Jets have re-signed All-Pro kick returner Braxton Berrios to a two-year, $12 million deal, keeping the versatile wide receiver after a breakout season. The deal Monday, March 14, 2022, includes $7 million fully guaranteed, according to Berrios' agent Drew Rosenhaus. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)
Jets re-sign Berrios, Coleman; agree with Tomlinson, Uzomah

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Mar. 14, 2022 03:36 PM EDT

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Wednesday, March 2, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Secondary, O-line key needs for 49ers this offseason

By The Associated Press Mar. 10, 2022 03:37 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers' George Kittle (85) catches a touchdown pass during the second half of the NFC Championship NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)
49ers season falls short of Super Bowl after blown late lead

By Josh Dubow Jan. 31, 2022 06:39 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers' Deebo Samuel runs during the second half of an NFC divisional playoff NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
NFC Matchup: Old West rivals meet for Super Bowl berth

By Barry Wilner Jan. 27, 2022 02:22 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo warms up before an NFL football game between the 49ers and the Tennessee Titans Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
San Francisco 49ers at Tennessee Titans 12/23/2021

Dec. 23, 2021 06:33 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) looks for a receiver as Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Roy Robertson-Harris (95) rushes during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Back-to-back wins get 49ers season back on track

By Josh Dubow Nov. 22, 2021 08:00 PM EST