UPDATED: Jets add CB, Bears get spicy
By Dan Rodgers
Other signings/trades so far:
- Brandon Manumaleuna also signs with Chicago
- Nate Burleson and Kyle Vanden Bosch sign with the Lions
- Dunta Robinson expected to sign with Falcons by Sunday
- Anquan Boldin traded to Baltimore for a third and fourth round pick.
- Fins bolster defense with the addition of Karlos Dansby
- Giants steal Antrel Rolle from the Cards in free agency
- Jets get ripped off, deal S Kerry Rhodes to Cards for a fourth and seventh round pick.
- Jaguars agree to terms with Pro-Bowl pass rusher Aaron Kampman
- Chiefs being in veteran Thomas Jones to mentor young stud Jamaal Charles
- Report: Bengals pass on T.O. and sign Antonio Bryant
The Jets made a splash right before free agency began last night. Gang Green traded a conditional third round pick to San Diego in return for the 25-year-old Antonio Cromartie.
Vastly looked upon as a highly athletic, yet troubled player, Cromartie comes to New York looking for a fresh start. As a Jets fan, I couldn't be happier with the situation. The 2011 draft pick at best would become a second rounder depending on Cromartie's performance this coming season. Cro' has displayed incredible athletic abilities and should complement Darrelle Revis well. The Jets already displayed the number one pass defense last season, but were exposed in the AFC Championship game. Peyton Manning shredded the other defensivebacks in the second half, one reason the Jets felt the need to bring in an established corner. This should solidify their defense and allow them to focus on drafting a pass rusher. AFC offenses beware...
The other big move on free agency Friday was the signing of Julius Peppers. The Bears signed the big name defensive end to a six-year deal worth as much as $91.5 million. Peppers should restore some of the Chicago defense that we are used to seeing, but keep in him: he is 30. The Bears also added former-Viking Chester Taylor to the backfield. He will compete with Matt Forte for time, after Forte had a sophomore slump following his impressive rookie campaign. Obviously, you can't go wrong with J-Pepp, but the Bears should focus a bit more on finding Jay Cutler a target (cough Brandon Marshall cough) instead of bringing in a two 30-year-old players.
Check back for more signings...
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