Jetman55 Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 I know there are a lot of Kerley fans in teh building, but Enunwa was known for great run blocking and being a deep threat at Nebraska, does this feel like an upgrade from kerley who can't get deep and is more of a route runner from the slot (like Edelman). Just getting a gauge for people's thoughts as the new regime seems to be turning the page on Kerley. Quincy Enunwa looking to win third wideout spot 44m Ohm Youngmisuk, ESPN Staff Writer 1Share Email Print Comment FLORHAM PARK, N.J. –- When the New York Jets made a regime change and replaced former GM John Idzik, Quincy Enunwa could have been staring at a difficult situation. Enunwa was drafted in the sixth round by Idzik last season and the most noise he made came off the field with a domestic violence charge that was later dismissed. Spending most of his rookie season on the practice squad, Enunwa could have been looking at having to find a new home when the Jets hired new general manager Mike Maccagnan and head coach Todd Bowles. But the Nebraska product looked at the new shift in the Jets organization as a fresh start for himself as well. And fortunately for Enunwa, the new regime was well aware of him. "I had to prove [myself] again," Enunwa said. "But it was good because everyone is on a level playing field." "I talked to the GM when he got here and he said he scouted me when I was at Nebraska," Enunwa added. "Whether or not he actually was going to draft me or had any idea, just knowing that was cool. I had the mindset that I was going to impress whoever came [in]." Entering the pivotal third preseason game this weekend against the New York Giants, Enunwa has made a large leap from practice squad player to the Jets' third wideout. He has seen reps in the slot and is making a case to potentially play there when the season opens. Not bad for a receiver who has yet to record his first NFL regular-season catch. Ever since rookie speedster Devin Smith suffered broken ribs and a punctured lung in practice early in camp, Enunwa has seen the majority of his reps with the first team alongside Brandon Marshall and Eric Decker. Enunwa said he has played in the slot and on the outside with the Jets' receiving tandem. As of now, Bowles said he has not made up his mind over who will be his third wideout. Veteran Jeremy Kerley was thought to be the frontrunner for that spot before camp. "There's another [position] that's battling," Bowles said of players he still needs to see prove something this weekend. "There are a bunch of them battling for that spot. "[Enunwa] has been making progress as has all of them. It is tough for the ones that got injured but it is still a battle. I'll see after this game." Kerley, who played in the slot last season, is recovering from a concussion suffered in the last preseason game. That gives Enunwa another prime opportunity against the Giants. So far, Enunwa has one catch for six yards in the preseason but he has seen the majority of his reps with the first team. Quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, who worked with new offensive coordinator Chan Gailey in Buffalo, said Gailey likes to take advantage of using personnel mismatches. Perhaps the Jets like Enunwa's size (6-2, 225) alongside the 6-4 Marshall and 6-3 Decker. On Saturday, Enunwa hopes to make a lasting impression on the coaching staff. "[It's] going pretty well, had some mistakes here or there," Enunwa said. "I haven't made a lot of big plays but I have been doing my job well and that is one of the things they have noticed out there. It's just me being in the right spot and knowing what I am supposed to do." "They [management] noticed me last year which is part of the reason why they kept me," he added. "I have been trying to pick up where I left off last year with the work I did behind the scenes." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerfish Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 It's a huge breath of fresh air just having what appears to be some legit competition and perhaps some depth at WR for change. Thanks Idzik! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Gailey used Nelson out of the slot in Buffalo. He may like taller players there. I had hoped for Amaro splitting out, but that prospect isn't looking so bright right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augustiniak Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 one reason he's preferred to kerley is the blocking. they're going to run the ball a lot and having an extra blocker helps. at some point devin smith is going to be covered by crappy cbs on the outside and i'm curious how they use him. they'll need him vs. indy and phily. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMagicRat Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 1 out of 12 ain't bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetman55 Posted August 27, 2015 Author Share Posted August 27, 2015 In 2 years he had 20 picks... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slats Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Kerley's contract extension was a head scratcher. He got a $3M signing bonus, and makes $2M this year with $1M of it guaranteed. A lot of money for the team's #5 WR and fair catch artist. Next three years his salaries are $2.5, 3, & 3.5M. I wouldnt be be surprised if the Jets try to trade him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetFreak89 Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 So far this regime has awarded him the #3 slot but based on the 2 PS games so far, I'm not sure why. Kerley has dependable hands, good route runner and is adept at picking up YAC. He's not great at any one thing but I would say he is a good overall WR. I wouldn't be surprised if Kerley supplants Enunwa if he doesn't get off to a hot start in the first few games of the reg. season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
munchmemory Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Kerley's contract extension was a head scratcher. He got a $3M signing bonus, and makes $2M this year with $1M of it guaranteed. A lot of money for the team's #5 WR and fair catch artist. Next three years his salaries are $2.5, 3, & 3.5M. I wouldnt be be surprised if the Jets try to trade him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Villain The Foe Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 I like the fact that this new regime is shaking things up. Kerley is a fan fav but statistically is a JAG. Granted, he has been the most dependable WR throughout the past 3 years, albeit being the only constant player of the starting group of WR's. That shouldn't solidify his position. This should be good news actually. To have a 6th round pick be good enough to even be the #3 knowing that you have a solid guy in Kerley as part of the group in a supporting role. Thats nice depth. I like Kerley but I want the best players on the field, and if Enunwa is the better WR for the slot given the new offensive scheme then so be it. Either Kerley supports the decision while continuing to compete or trade him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slats Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 So far this regime has awarded him the #3 slot but based on the 2 PS games so far, I'm not sure why. Kerley has dependable hands, good route runner and is adept at picking up YAC. He's not great at any one thing but I would say he is a good overall WR. I wouldn't be surprised if Kerley supplants Enunwa if he doesn't get off to a hot start in the first few games of the reg. season. Enunwa is listed as 5" taller and about 30lbs heavier than Kerley. Gailey has liked running big players in the slot before, and that could be what they're looking at here. Enunwa's also supposed to be a decent blocker, something that will help them run from the 3 WR set that'll probably be their base offense this year. The team will also get Devon Smith back early in the season, dropping Kerley further down the depth chart. At times, Kerley's been the team's best WR, not that that's saying much. He's also disappeared for long stretches. Good for Quincy seizing an opportunity. Kerley's in trouble. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nj meadowlands Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Agree with most of what's been said about Kerley. I like him, he's a nice little player and all. But I have 0 problem if a very big, very young receiver emerges and takes a spot from another decent player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetFreak89 Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Agree with most of what's been said about Kerley. I like him, he's a nice little player and all. But I have 0 problem if a very big, very young receiver emerges and takes a spot from another decent player. Basically how I feel. Although, I'm not from Missouri, I'm all about what happens on the field in the reg. season so Enunwa has got to "show me" something other than could be a decent blocker to remain on the field. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HessStation Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 If Kerley's cut he'll go for 60 and 5 with the Pats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New York Mick Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 I'm guessing they'll use whoever is the best fit for that week. It's not a bad thing to have those two as your 4th and 5th receiver (assuming Smith is going to be 3rd). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augustiniak Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Enunwa is listed as 5" taller and about 30lbs heavier than Kerley. Gailey has liked running big players in the slot before, and that could be what they're looking at here. Enunwa's also supposed to be a decent blocker, something that will help them run from the 3 WR set that'll probably be their base offense this year. The team will also get Devon Smith back early in the season, dropping Kerley further down the depth chart. At times, Kerley's been the team's best WR, not that that's saying much. He's also disappeared for long stretches. Good for Quincy seizing an opportunity. Kerley's in trouble. by putting decker or enunwa in the slot, they can put smith outside and really start challenging defense. kerley's contribution has been exaggerated only b/c of the incompetence at qb and dearth of wr talent here. he's been on the jets 4 years. had over 40 receptions 2x. 7 total tds. on nearly any other nfl team he is a 3rd wr at best and that's on the weaker units. on the jets you can make a case he's not one of the 5 best wrs. he's a jag with concussion issues now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FloridaJetsFan Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 I have 0 problem if a very big, very young receiver emerges and takes a spot from another decent player. Isn't that how the Mets got good - getting young? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derp Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Wonder if there's a chance the Packers would have interest in Kerley for a late round pick. Granted that probably conflicts with the point I'm about to make because Cobb plays a bunch in the slot, but Montgomery has really inconsistent hands and it doesn't seem like Janis is there yet. The Packers go three wide a lot and could benefit from having another reliable receiver to go with Cobb and Adams. The other reason I think Enunwa might get a nod over Kerley is he's a better fit to play on the outside. Marshall and Decker have both played the slot a bunch and Gailey may try to exploit mismatches there. Having three players who are all versatile enough to play inside and out may make it easier to move guys around and get a matchup that they like in three wide sets. Kerley is more of an inside player and I think that makes it harder to get Marshall or Decker looks from the slot since you lose a little something when Kerley moves outside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYJ37/12 Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Kerley's contract extension was a head scratcher. He got a $3M signing bonus, and makes $2M this year with $1M of it guaranteed. A lot of money for the team's #5 WR and fair catch artist. Next three years his salaries are $2.5, 3, & 3.5M. I wouldnt be be surprised if the Jets try to trade him. agreed. I think something happens next week Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bealeb319 Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Before the end of the season I would expect Decker in the slot with Marshal and D. Smith on the outside Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drdetroit Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Before the end of the season I would expect Decker in the slot with Marshal and D. Smith on the outside Me likey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scoop24 Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 So far this regime has awarded him the #3 slot but based on the 2 PS games so far, I'm not sure why. Kerley has dependable hands, good route runner and is adept at picking up YAC. He's not great at any one thing but I would say he is a good overall WR. I wouldn't be surprised if Kerley supplants Enunwa if he doesn't get off to a hot start in the first few games of the reg. season. he doesn't get good separation . U ever wonder why he never emerged when guys like decker went down .. Owusu, smith will all likely get a shot at the spot before Kerley because they all have the speed to compliment Decker and Marshall . That why techinally decker moves into the slot when they play the outside in 3 recievers sets .. bottom line it never took much to take Kerley out of games and I'm think a former defensive coordinator in Bowles knows this . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bostonmajet Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 I'm guessing they'll use whoever is the best fit for that week. It's not a bad thing to have those two as your 4th and 5th receiver (assuming Smith is going to be 3rd). What game plan on offense? That is just crazy talk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetFreak89 Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 he doesn't get good separation . U ever wonder why he never emerged when guys like decker went down .. Owusu, smith will all likely get a shot at the spot before Kerley because they all have the speed to compliment Decker and Marshall . That why techinally decker moves into the slot when they play the outside in 3 recievers sets .. bottom line it never took much to take Kerley out of games and I'm think a former defensive coordinator in Bowles knows this . I think you and the others are right on 2 points: 1) It seems Gailey is really looking for straightline speed out of the 3rd WR spot 2) The ability to flex out the WR3 and bring Marshall/Decker into the slot would make a bigger WR more desirable. Call me a Jet fan but I'm just uneasy about totally giving up on a guy who has actually proven something (albeit nothing more than an average NFL receiver) for a guy who hasn't accomplished anything yet, especially when our WR3 is behind two guys who could miss significant time due to injury (Marshall - age and Decker - see last year). Aren't we supposed to fall in love with relative unknowns AFTER they dominate in PS just to disappear in the regular games (see Salas, Greg)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augustiniak Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 he doesn't get good separation . U ever wonder why he never emerged when guys like decker went down .. Owusu, smith will all likely get a shot at the spot before Kerley because they all have the speed to compliment Decker and Marshall . That why techinally decker moves into the slot when they play the outside in 3 recievers sets .. bottom line it never took much to take Kerley out of games and I'm think a former defensive coordinator in Bowles knows this . two main goals of the new GM were to get speed and a red zone threat on offense. marshall and devin smith are those guys. the offense will look different after the bye when smith and amaro get more incorporated. kerley was a nice slot wr for a few years on a team bereft of offensive talent but even guys like shaq and enunwa aren't clearly worse than him, and cost a fraction of the salary next year. size, speed, durability and cheaper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BurnleyJet Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 No one is safe, the new Marshall and Sheriff in town, have no favourites. Earn your place, Rex's player Lovin has left town. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetman55 Posted August 27, 2015 Author Share Posted August 27, 2015 he isn't getting cut. His salary cap number increases this year from 2.4 mill to 3.2 mill of dead money if cut or traded. It would cost us more to cut him than keep him. So that isn't happening. He won't be cut or traded. if we cut him after the year, we save 1.3 of his 3.1 salary and only have 1.8 mill dead money... plus if we cut Kerley, with Devin hurt, we are 1 injury away from WR going from deep to shallow depth. i think he is cut next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New York Mick Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 What game plan on offense? That is just crazy talk. I can dream Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoadFan Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 It's a huge breath of fresh air just having what appears to be some legit competition and perhaps some depth at WR for change. Thanks Idzik! If the moron POS would have taken Cooks like he was supposed to, there wouldnt be a competition for the top 3 on the depth chart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BornJetsFan1983 Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 it is so nice to see us move on from bad and mediocre talent. Kerley has always been decent as others have said but we know his limit and what he is capable of, he is average WR3/4/5 guy and thats it, Now we get a kid in there who is the same but possible could become more or be more dynamic. I am 100 percent ok with us cutting kerley with a guy with more upside. Like Williams replacing Wilson or whoever took his spot. We knew was wilson was and replaced him with another guys similar talent but possible higher ceiling. Man its like the GM knows what the f they are doing. I am very happy as a Jets fan in general, like what the new regime is doing and how there actually seems to be competition. Hell I apprecaite that Idzik got us all that money too but loving the new guy. Hopefully we are going to get a a good season our of Ryan Fitzpatrick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetdawgg Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 Enunwa shows that the Jets are getting better at the WR position. That is a positive that I will accept at all times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadwayJoe12 Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 I've been big on Enunwa since he was drafted, but maybe we should pump the breaks a bit, the kid has yet to haul in his first reception at the NFL level. Kerley wasn't worth his contract, but he's a legitimate NFL-caliber WR, we don't get better by cutting him this year. Next year or the one after is a different story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ljr Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 he isn't getting cut. His salary cap number increases this year from 2.4 mill to 3.2 mill of dead money if cut or traded. It would cost us more to cut him than keep him. So that isn't happening. He won't be cut or traded. if we cut him after the year, we save 1.3 of his 3.1 salary and only have 1.8 mill dead money... plus if we cut Kerley, with Devin hurt, we are 1 injury away from WR going from deep to shallow depth. i think he is cut next year. good post! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jet Nut Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 So far this regime has awarded him the #3 slot but based on the 2 PS games so far, I'm not sure why. Kerley has dependable hands, good route runner and is adept at picking up YAC. He's not great at any one thing but I would say he is a good overall WR. I wouldn't be surprised if Kerley supplants Enunwa if he doesn't get off to a hot start in the first few games of the reg. season. Because with this regime not great isn't good enough, they want more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyLV Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 Seems misleading. I would think Devin Smith and Owusu are still both ahead of him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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