The New York Jets are going all in bolstering themselves this year. Their quest for a veteran quarterback might end with Aaron Rodgers. That trade is yet to happen but the Green Gang is splurging on its remaining voids and has made meaningful moves to reinforce itself. More actions could be en route, as the franchise has eyes on a special offensive playmaker.
It has been a busy offseason for GM Joe Douglas. Amidst the Aaron Rodgers talks, the franchise is boosting its roster. The release of Braxton Berrios came as a surprise but the additions of top-tier WRs and Punter Thomas Morstead [famous for the Butt Punt] keep them in a good position.
The Jets are prowling
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The NY Jets are interested in free agent WR Odell Beckham Jr. and are keeping a close eye on him. Apart from OBJ, they are also looking after veteran DT Calais Campbell and free agent RB Ezekiel Elliott. The franchise is pulling up the hunt for big names, and the above mentions could be a lock soon.
#Jets insider: In the “sweet spot” at 13 — and they don’t want to trade it to GB … Oddity of the Moore trade … Shades of 2010 … Hardman’s potential impact … more . https://t.co/srCSO5wKcr
— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) March 26, 2023
However, the hunt for Odell Beckham Jr. may not be easy. The WR is ready to ease his asking price of $15-20 Million per season since the amount was drawing the teams away. Other franchises, like the Kansas City Chiefs, could also be on the run as they lose some of their playmakers this offseason.
The Jets had a strong start, with the athletes like Breece Hall and Garrett Wilson sanding out with their playmaking abilities. But the inconsistencies with Zach Wilson tumbled them down to the bottom with six consecutive losses. Given their offseason moves, the franchise is certainly cookin’ something.
Will the NY Jets be the standouts next season?
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The Jets are looking for the moment to bounce back into playoff contention. Their 2022-23 season was a decent one, but since the offseason, they have been trying to work things out the best way possible. It includes poaching for a veteran quarterback and making the team a strong one before his reported arrival via trade.
New York has the top draws like Garrett Wilson and Breece Hall. But the franchise added Mecole Hardman and one of Rodgers’ top guys in Green Bay, Allen Lazard. The Jets could be onto something with their off-season moves.
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However, it is yet to see if the Aaron Rodgers trade materializes. Even if it does, will they thrive while in New York?
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