stoicsentry Posted March 7, 2014 Share Posted March 7, 2014 http://thejetsblog.com/nyjets/buzz-jets-expressing-interest-in-te-jermichael-finley/ In addition to the news about the Jets and Jeff Cumberland in “serious negotiations” the Jets, it seems that the Jets might also have some interest in Jermichael Finley, by many the top tight end free agent in this year’s group. Brian Bassett, TheJetsBlog.com The Jets interest in Finley is in no way at odds with any desire to bring back Jeff Cumberland. Cumby has established himself as a good second option, but there is a gap if they want more production out of him. Finley had a neck injury that will keep teams from investing much into him and it has recently been reported that the former Packer is “close” to getting his medical clearances. While some teams might be squeamish, the Jets experience with Kellen Winslow Jr. might make them bolder than most. Finley is by far the best player in a mediocre class of free agent tight ends, so would be worth a serious run thanks to the Jets more than generous cap space. Either way, both moves don’t preclude them from still drafting a long-term solution in the mid rounds. Cumberland and Finley can provide value here and now while a mid-round draftee will take a little time in acclimating to the NFL game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadwayJoe12 Posted March 7, 2014 Share Posted March 7, 2014 I'd bet dollars to pennies that the only interest the Jets having in Finley is being created by Finley's agent to stir up a market, with the handful of other teams being mentioned. Every rumor coming out about the Jets has been 100% pure speculation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obrien2Toon Posted March 7, 2014 Share Posted March 7, 2014 Who will cost more him or Pettigrew? I like Pettigrew more, think he just needs a change of scenery. And even if he doesn't improve, still a better all around TE than Finley. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadwayJets Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Didn't he die this season? Seriously, I want no part of him unless it's for less than a million Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New York Mick Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 It's that time of the year where every players that remotely has played well is going to be interesting to every team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenseed4 Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Didn't he die this season? Seriously, I want no part of him unless it's for less than a million He severed his spinal cord at the neck. So, yeah. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kay_gee Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 I'm not comfortable with a guy having that kind of neck injury on his track record. He was good, but still... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SenorGato Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 I think Pettigrew just makes sense here. Not really super duper impressed by the TEs in this year's draft anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyCarl40 Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Injury concerns plus lazy play equals no thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T0mShane Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Don't they hate him in Green Bay? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T0mShane Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Really proud of y'all for not making the ever-beloved "I'd sign him to a one-year incentive-laden contract" post that pops up with every free agent, every year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oxscott Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Bad neck, drop city, riffs w QB in public....nooooo thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozzieny Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Really proud of y'all for not making the ever-beloved "I'd sign him to a one-year incentive-laden contract" post that pops up with every free agent, every year. I'd sign him to a one-year incentive-laden contract Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JiFtheOracle Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 I'd sign him to a one-year incentive-laden contract + 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Integrity28 Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 I thought Finley's injury was career threatening. Go get Pettigrew. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozzieny Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 I thought Finley's injury was career threatening. Go get Pettigrew. Petigrew sucks. Draft a TE - there are a number of goodies in the draft. C.J. Fiedorowicz, TE, Iowa 6'5 265 round 4 or 5 Fiedorowicz had 30 receptions for 299 yards and six touchdowns in 2013. He did a solid job as a blocker for the Hawkeyes, and has more speed and athleticism than one would think. Fiedorowicz turned in a solid performance at the Senior Bowl and showed off more athleticism than one would think at the Combine. Iowa had a down 2012 season, but Fiedorowicz was one of the bright spots. He hauled in 45 receptions for 433 yards and a touchdown. Fiedorowicz did a solid job as a blocker for the Hawkeyes. He had 16 catches for 167 yards and three touchdowns as a sophomore. Fiedorowicz was used exclusively as a blocker during his freshman season in 2010. Fiedorowicz definitely has the size and strength to be a good blocker in the NFL. He has the receiving ability to contribute for the passing game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadwayJoe12 Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Petigrew sucks. Draft a TE - there are a number of goodies in the draft. C.J. Fiedorowicz, TE, Iowa 6'5 265 round 4 or 5 Fiedorowicz had 30 receptions for 299 yards and six touchdowns in 2013. He did a solid job as a blocker for the Hawkeyes, and has more speed and athleticism than one would think. Fiedorowicz turned in a solid performance at the Senior Bowl and showed off more athleticism than one would think at the Combine. Iowa had a down 2012 season, but Fiedorowicz was one of the bright spots. He hauled in 45 receptions for 433 yards and a touchdown. Fiedorowicz did a solid job as a blocker for the Hawkeyes. He had 16 catches for 167 yards and three touchdowns as a sophomore. Fiedorowicz was used exclusively as a blocker during his freshman season in 2010. Fiedorowicz definitely has the size and strength to be a good blocker in the NFL. He has the receiving ability to contribute for the passing game. Pettigrew is already a good blocker in the NFL, as well as a viable threat in the passing game. Really not sure at all how he sucks. I actually like CJ as well, reminds me of a poor man's version of Heath Miller, but that doesn't take away from the caliber of player Pettigrew is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozzieny Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Pettigrew is already a good blocker in the NFL, as well as a viable threat in the passing game. Really not sure at all how he sucks. I actually like CJ as well, reminds me of a poor man's version of Heath Miller, but that doesn't take away from the caliber of player Pettigrew is. Gil Brandt stated on the NFL Network that Pettigrew would not be a good option for the Jets......so maybe you're right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadwayJoe12 Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Gil Brandt stated on the NFL Network that Pettigrew would not be a good option for the Jets......so maybe you're right. Whether it's Pettigrew or another big-bodied TE, we need to add someone who's a good blocker as well as a receiving threat. No more one or the other types like the Matt Mulligan's of the world. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eboozer Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Brian Bassett @Brian_Bassett · 25m So I guess that we've not heard about Jermichael Finley's medical clearance (supposed to take place on Sat) tells us what we need to know? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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