In a rather unexpected move the New York Jets released CB Derrick Strait on Tuesday. To replace Strait, the Jets re-signed journeyman CB Hank Poteat, an NFL source said. Poteat, who played one game with them in the preseason, was released Monday by the Patriots.
October 11, 2006
According to the New York Daily News, RB Cedric Houston, CB Ray Mickens and CB Derrick Strait are on the bubble to make the final roster. Also, various sources report that the Jets are one of a few teams interested in Patriots' WR Deion Branch.
September 1, 2006
RB Lee Suggs failed his physical with the New York Jets on Tuesday, which nullified his trade from Cleveland. CB Derrick Strait, who was sent to Cleveland in the deal made yesterday, returns to New York. So, now the Gang Green will have to search for another back to compete with RB Derrick Blaylock and…
August 15, 2006
The New York Jets acquired RB Lee Suggs from the Cleveland Browns in exchange for CB Derrick Strait. The Gang Green needed another back, as RB Curtis Martin is on the physically unable to perform list and his status for the upcoming season remains unknown. Suggs, 26, is a 4-year veteran whose best year was…
August 14, 2006
DE Shaun Ellis participated in team practice on Thursday and was upgraded to probable. He's expected to play against the Ravens on Sunday. LB Sam Cowart and CB Derrick Strait were removed from the injury report and are expected to play as well. DE John Abraham missed practice for the second day in a row…
November 11, 2004
WR Wayne Chrebet missed today's team practice due to a back injury. He's listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Buffalo Bills. LB Jason Glenn, G Brent Smith, S Rashad Washington did not practice either. Injury Report: LB Jason Glenn (forearm) - out OG Brent Smith (knee) - doubtful OG Brandon Moore (hamstring) -…
November 4, 2004
DE John Abraham was named the AFC Defensive Player of the Week for games played the fifth week of the 2004 season (October 10-11), the NFL announced today. Abraham registered 3.0 sacks and six tackles as the Jets (4-0) clawed their way to a 16-14 win against Buffalo to remain tied with New England (4-0)…
October 14, 2004
CB Derrick Strait, who hurt his foot in practice, was added to the injury report on Thursday. He went for an MRI today, and he has to considered doubtful for Sunday's game against Buffalo. He would be replaced by veteran Terrell Buckley. Also, OG Pete Kendall appears to be battling a right wrist injury and…
October 7, 2004
According to Newsday, CB Ray Mickens had a second MRI test, which revealed a partially torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), a season-ending injury. Third-round pick CB Derrick Strait will now most likely play nickel, while undrafted free agent CB Roderick Bryan will be involved in the dime package. It seems likely that the Jets will…
September 8, 2004
CB Ray Mickens hurt his knee during Sunday's afternoon practice and will undergo an MRI. The severity of his injury is unknown at this time. Rookie CB Derrick Strait, who didn't see much action against the Saints, will take Mickens' spot at the nickel and CB Omare Lowe will play in dime situations. Former Jets…
August 16, 2004