Lizard King Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/mike-sando/post?id=7907 New York Jets Grade: C+ Key signings: WR Eric Decker, QB Michael Vick, T Breno Giacomini, OL Willie Colon, OLB Calvin Pace, K Nick Folk Key subtractions: T Austin Howard, CB Antonio Cromartie, S Ed Reed, TEKellen Winslow Fans hoping the Jets would aggressively upgrade in free agency had to settle for adding Decker and a 33-year-old Vick. "I love John Idzik," one agent said regarding the Jets' GM, "but he will never spend money. He'll win the cap." To be fair, the Jets hired Idzik largely because they needed to fix their cap before rebuilding their roster, on offense in particular. The cap is now in good shape. As for a willingness to spend, some thought the Jets shelled out too much for Decker. They questioned whether a team without an accurate quarterback could maximize a receiver such as Decker, who fails to get separation consistently. On the other hand, the Jets were desperate to add help at receiver, and Decker got less than some had predicted. Although Decker surely benefited from playing with Peyton Manning, he caught eight touchdown passes in 2011, including four from Tim Tebow and four from Kyle Orton. "Decker is overpaid, but so what?" Polian said. "Breno is an upgrade or about the same. Colon is a favorite of the coaching staff, and they didn't pay him anything anyway. I don’t criticize them at all. They will do what they are going to do in the draft." Vick’s addition changes the dynamic some. He has a chance to upgrade the offense, particularly if the Jets can add weapons. But he’s a high-risk addition in terms of injury outlook and on-field decision-making. “I think the Jets can be a 10-win team with Vick if they continue to upgrade the weapons,” Riddick said, before noting that it can happen only if Vick stays healthy this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizard King Posted March 26, 2014 Author Share Posted March 26, 2014 C GRADES New York Giants Grade: C+ Key signings: CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, S Quintin Demps, G Geoff Schwartz, CB Walter Thurmond, RB Rashad Jennings, WR Mario Manningham, LB Jon Beason, CB Trumaine McBride, LB Jameel McClain, G John Jerry Key subtractions: C David Baas, G Kevin Boothe, DE Justin Tuck, TE Brandon Myers, WRHakeem Nicks, S Ryan Mundy, DT Linval Joseph, LB Keith Rivers The Giants were busy, and they needed to be after a disastrous 2013 season shined light on just how bad the team has drafted recently. "They have made some good signings, but it is usually not a recipe for immediate success and that is what it sounds like they need there," Riddick said. "I do like what they've done in the secondary even though I don't like DRC's contract. I really like Thurmond. They need to draft some offensive linemen they can develop because they have missed on so many. They have so many needs." Rodgers-Cromartie is a 27-year-old cornerback with a Pro Bowl on his résumé, but that is only part of the story. He's also on his fourth team in six years, a reflection of his inability to consistently meet expectations. Rodgers-Cromartie seemed like an ideal candidate for a pay-as-you-go contract. Instead, he got a $10 million signing bonus that will create a cap burden if the team needs to sever ties in the next couple of seasons. The Giants did get better on their offensive line. "I'm a fan of Schwartz," Williamson said. "Jennings is a quality player -- not young, but with a lot of tread left. They did not go big in terms of money, but they got quality guys. With the moves they made, they said, 'Yeah, we are not a piece or two away. We need five starters in free agency and none will be Pro Bowlers, but give me a lineman, a corner, etc.' They are not huge winners or losers, but I approve of their approach." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleedin Green Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 "Decker is overpaid, but so what?" Polian said. "Breno is an upgrade or about the same. Colon is a favorite of the coaching staff, and they didn't pay him anything anyway. I don’t criticize them at all. They will do what they are going to do in the draft." I think this pretty much sums it up right here. Certainly not spectacular, but some solid moves in FA to set themselves up for the draft. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizard King Posted March 26, 2014 Author Share Posted March 26, 2014 I think this pretty much sums it up right here. Certainly not spectacular, but some solid moves in FA to set themselves up for the draft. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadwayJoe12 Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 Some think Decker got paid too much and yet others think he got paid less. That's some hard-hitting stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dundunit Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 Why is Decker overpaid, he made a million more than Golden Tate, the other "prized" free agent WR. He is getting paid less than Holmes who would have made $8.25 million. Last year Mike Wallace, the top free agent WR got $10 million. Desean Jackson gets $9.5-$10.5 million, I don't see how we overpaid Decker. Yes his numbers are higher due to Peyton Manning but he has always been productive even when he had the Tebow-Orton duo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RutgersJetFan Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 "We know now that their offseason is grounded in drafting and not free agency, and we think that's a good thing, and the draft hasn't happened yet, but we're going to grade this puppy anyway!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoicsentry Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 More like D-, with the only thing preventing a failing grade being the acquisition (at a good price) of Decker. Everything else has been rather disappointing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phoenix_Jet Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 "I love John Idzik," one agent said regarding the Jets' GM, "but he will never spend money. He'll win the cap." Jets will be Salary Cup Champs! Parade down the canyon of heroes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SayNoToDMC Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 I take Bill Polian as a GM about as seriously as I take Vicks work with the HSUS. He got lucky drafting Manning than surrounded him with the kind of talent that wins one game without him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phoenix_Jet Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 I take Bill Polian as a GM about as seriously as I take Vicks work with the HSUS. He got lucky drafting Manning than surrounded him with the kind of talent that wins one game without him. Didn't he also build the early 90s Bills and the Panther team that went to the SB? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eboozer Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 Didn't he also build the early 90s Bills and the Panther team that went to the SB? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 "I love John Idzik," one agent said regarding the Jets' GM, "but he will never spend money. He'll win the cap." Jets will be Salary Cup Champs! Parade down the canyon of heroes! If agents like your GM you have a problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SayNoToDMC Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 If agents like your GM you have a problem. Tanny was so awesome at getting people money that's his job now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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