Ranger Posted August 16, 2006 Share Posted August 16, 2006 http://www.nj.com/jets/ledger/index.ssf?/base/sports-0/1155704435116390.xml&coll=1 Jets eye Grady Jackson at nose tackle Wednesday, August 16, 2006 BY DAVE HUTCHINSON Star-Ledger Staff HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. -- As expected, the Jets have started to audition nose tackles and will bring in veteran Grady Jackson for a visit today, his agent told The Star-Ledger yesterday. Jackson, listed at 6-2, 345 pounds, is the best free-agent nose tackle/defensive tackle on the market and would fill a huge hole in the middle of the Jets' new 3-4 defense. The unit yielded 167 yards rushing against Tampa Bay in their preseason opener last week. Last season, Jackson had 55 tackles, 39 solo, and a sack with the Green Bay Packers in 16 starts. From 2003 to 2005, he has been one of the most productive interior lineman in the league, recording 120 tackles (12 for losses) and eight sacks in 41 games despite facing constant double teams. He is entering his 10th NFL season. "Grady is coming off a pretty good season a year ago and he's the last quality defensive tackle available who can also play the nose," said his agent, Angelo Wright. "He has been working out. People always criticize his weight and age (33) but his production has been consistent. Everywhere he has been he's been a key clog in the middle of the defensive line. He has done it time and time again in the trenches." Wright, who indicated that several teams are interested in Jackson, said his client weighs roughly 355 pounds and is ready to get into a camp and go to work. Currently, the Jets have Dewayne Robertson starting at the nose tackle but he's better suited to playing defense tackle or defensive end in a 3-4 alignment. This week, perhaps realizing that, the club is rotating veteran Kimo von Oelhoffen, who had been playing right defensive end, at nose tackle with Robertson. I would be very happy with this move for a year, maybe even two year contract. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
124 Posted August 16, 2006 Share Posted August 16, 2006 He' sabig mother aucker who would bring just a domintant focce upt hteat mildd hole to shore u pthe 3-4 defense baby ge him sing and in here for games and beat out Roberrstson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madmike1 Posted August 16, 2006 Share Posted August 16, 2006 If he was such a dominent force don't you think that he would've been signed at this point? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxman Posted August 16, 2006 Share Posted August 16, 2006 If he was such a dominent force don't you think that he would've been signed at this point? Dominant force -- think of it in relative terms. At this point in time it would be like landing a HOFer. Because there are not many good options left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Troll Posted August 16, 2006 Share Posted August 16, 2006 He' sabig mother aucker who would bring just a domintant focce upt hteat mildd hole to shore u pthe 3-4 defense baby ge him sing and in here for games and beat out Roberrstson Drunk on a Tuesday? Who the hell are you? Me? I'd sign that fat bastard up in a heartbeat. I wanted him at the start of free agency and I assume he has realized his $5 million per year asking price ain't gonna get met. If we can bring in Jackson at a bargain, it would be a GREAT move. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ten Posted August 16, 2006 Share Posted August 16, 2006 If he was such a dominent force don't you think that he would've been signed at this point? He was/is wanting a big money multi year contract.Combine that with his age and the fact that he can be lazy is enough to make teams think twice before signing him. When he is motivated though he is one of the best run stuffing tackles in the game.He is suprisingly quick for a man of his size,he can get outside and stop toss or sweap plays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4HCrew Posted August 16, 2006 Share Posted August 16, 2006 I think if he was so valuable he would already be gone as there is a need for DTs on many teams. His conditioning is always a HUGE problem and would not give him much money or length on a contract Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted August 16, 2006 Share Posted August 16, 2006 I think if he was so valuable he would already be gone as there is a need for DTs on many teams. His conditioning is always a HUGE problem and would not give him much money or length on a contract I wouldn't give him ANY real length on a contract, but I'd give him some money. We're under the cap and I don't have a problem with spending Woody's money as long as it doesn't F up our cap in the future. You have to figure that he isn't expecting a big long term deal at this point, but you never know, plenty of players and agents are as delusional as we are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bitonti Posted August 16, 2006 Share Posted August 16, 2006 hide the ding dongs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranger Posted August 16, 2006 Author Share Posted August 16, 2006 hide the ding dongs! GoB already stole mine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faba Posted August 16, 2006 Share Posted August 16, 2006 We need depth on the defensive line- just to clog up the middle and occupy blockers- Jackson at this point is the best option-sign him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbn007 Posted August 16, 2006 Share Posted August 16, 2006 One year deal. He would be worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L.I.MikeBleedsGreen Posted August 16, 2006 Share Posted August 16, 2006 One year deal. He would be worth it.Agreed ,and thats about it!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoFlaJets Posted August 16, 2006 Share Posted August 16, 2006 GoB already stole mine Drunk on a Tuesday? Who the hell are you? Me? and The Troll stole mine... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
124 Posted August 16, 2006 Share Posted August 16, 2006 Drunk on a Tuesday? Who the hell are you? Me? I'd sign that fat bastard up in a heartbeat. I wanted him at the start of free agency and I assume he has realized his $5 million per year asking price ain't gonna get met. If we can bring in Jackson at a bargain, it would be a GREAT move. Bro it's summer still for me. College doesn't start up till the 5th. This is why you put me in that Top 5 because you know I'll get hammered with ya on a Tuesday. Plus I'm practicing for the Beer Pong challenge with 4H on the 25th. Last night I was on they couldn't get me and my friend Mitch off the tables. If I'm shooting like that then someone doesn't stand a chance in a few weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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