The Jets have defensive lineman Ronald Blair, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.com (Twitter link). The deal will reunite Blair with old pal Robert Saleh, the former Niners defensive coordinator who now serves as the Jets’ head coach.
Blair ruptured his ACL midway through the 2019 season, which should have given him enough time to return for 2020. Unfortunately, something went wrong while Blair was on the operating table, leaving him sidelined for the entire year. Now, Blair seems to have recovered from his botched ACL surgery and he’ll have the summer to prove it.
Before all of that, the former 2016 fifth-round pick enjoyed a spot in the Saleh’s defensive rotation, compiling 13.5 sacks, 27 quarterback hits, and 22 tackles for loss across four seasons. Blair could help provide depth for the Jets at multiple spots up front, including the edge where they desperately need a lift over last season. On the plus side, the Jets’ rush should be in better shape thanks to Saleh and newcomers like ex-Bengals defensive end Carl Lawson.
This guys is a beast he’s always blowing plays up. Big signing!
Love the signing.
As a life long Jets fan, I am both excited and optimistic for this upcoming season! A winning season is not out of the realm of possibilities!
Doubtless, many will disagree, but I am confident that the Jets will be a pleasant surprise this upcoming season.
If they win more then 6 games I’ll be surprised cause they aren’t winning a Division game
The Pats aren’t your Daddy’s Pats …
Good bass player too