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Jason McIntyre of The Big Lead says Daily News Jets beat writer Manish Mehta will be reassigned by the paper.+ Jets fans - same NYDN peeps who told me Hoops Weiss was laid off are saying@mmehtanydn is moving off NY Jets beat. New role will be [1of2] — Jason McIntyre (@TheBigLead) May 25, 2013 'NFL Insider' (w focus on big-picture Jets stuff) probably similar to Bedard's old role @ Globe. Finally, a good NFL columnist there [2of2] — Jason McIntyre (@TheBigLead) May 25, 2013 Putting on my reader hat for a moment, I imagine my feelings about Manish's work is similar to many of yours. I personally was a bigger fan of his work when he was at The Star-Ledger. I don't think this will lead to a big change in Jets coverage from the Daily News, though. While many are upset about the tone and substance of Mehta's work, it seems like that has a lot to do with editorial direction. It feels like more than a coincidence that once Mehta moved to the Daily News the criticisms of him started to mirror the criticisms of his predecessor, Rich Cimini. Throughout its paper, the Daily News focuses on controversial stories that get people talking, not in-depth stories that educate the reader. You can see it in the paper's Jets coverage that goes beyond Mehta. Manish didn't hire a photographer to snap a picture of Rex Ryan's tattoo. The people in charge of his paper did. This is the kind of story the Daily News chases from the first page to the last page. Now think about The Star-Ledger. There has been a ton of recent turnover on the Jets beat, four writers there since 2008. All four have received praise. That's no accident. The editors giving direction there value in-depth reporting. Many of us have been frustrated by Manish, but he has to listen to his bosses. His job depends on it. Want to know something else? There is a big market for the kind of journalism the Daily News does. A large percentage of the population wants controversial stories heavy on scandal but short on substance. ESPN has built a sports empire using many of the same strategies. I'm not being critical here when I say these things. These are simply the approaches these entities take. If The Big Lead is correct, I wish Manish the best. I also would not expect a big change in style or substance from his replacement on the beat. Finally, I hope the Daily News does not take somebody like Conor Orr or Brian Costello. I really like those guys.

Debby Wong-USA TODAY Sports New York Jets tight end Hayden Smith survived his nightmarish rookie campaign last season and is looking to make a name for himself in 2013. The former Australian rugby player had plenty to get used to in the NFL, but now that he has a solid grip on the ins and outs of the game, he knows it is time to take his play to the next level. “Obviously I developed throughout the year and started to get more comfortable with just the game of football really,” Smith told NewYorkJets.com. “It’s really hard to appreciate just how intricate the game is especially at this level,” he said.  “But football in general is an incredibly intricate and detailed game, so that’s definitely a process you have to get used to and something that isn’t necessarily prevalent in rugby.” Smith began his rookie season on the practice squad, but was activated to the 53-man roster and suited up for five games last year. The 28-year-old hauled in just one reception for 16 yards against the San Diego Chargers, but it was a huge step in the right direction. With tight end Dustin Keller gone after he signed a contract with the Miami Dolphins, Smith now has a legitimate opportunity to earn some valuable playing time. “Look I think there are always opportunities to play,” Smith said, according to NewYorkJets.com. “You just have to put your best foot forward and make the most of those opportunities,” Smith said.  “So it’s not so much looking at the big picture and saying, ‘I can do something here.’  It’s really like I said — that same process of trying to get a little bit better every day, not get too far ahead of yourself take care of what you’re doing and then the end result should take care of itself.” Obviously, Smith still has plenty to learn, especially since the Jets will be inserting an entirely new offensive scheme for the upcoming season. However, now that he has the basics down he should be able to have plenty of more success with the West Coast offense. The good news is he will be given every chance to succeed with New York in 2013, especially if quarterback Geno Smith gets the start ahead of Mark Sanchez. Smith does not know any of the receivers, which means he will be looking at the first player to emerge themselves to be his go-to guy.

Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports The only certainties about the 2013 New York Jets secondary are that Antonio Cromartie will be leading by example, and a group of young, unproven players will be given a chance to shed that “unproven” label. Everything else is anybody’s guess. It’s probably safe to assume that free agent addition Dawan Landry has a leg up in the safety competition, as an eight-year veteran who is familiar with the Jets’ defensive scheme, having played under Rex Ryan in the past. The question is, who will earn the other starting safety spot opposite Landry? Second-year men Antonio Allen (#39, above) and Josh Bush, both late-round draft picks by the Jets last year, are the most likely candidates. Allen and Bush (a 2012 seventh-rounder out of South Carolina and 2012 sixth-rounder out of Wake Forest, respectively) became fast friends as rookies last year, and they’re well aware of what the Jets plans are. “I can see it out there on the field,” Allen said of the competition. “[Defensive coordinator Dennis Thurman] takes me out, puts Josh in. He takes Josh out, puts me in. So, it’s a healthy competition at the end of the day.” As NFL rookies last season, the two safeties didn’t see all that much playing time on defense behind LaRon Landry, Yeremiah Bell and Eric Smith, three players who are all no longer with the Jets this upcoming season. Allen was only on the field for 72 defensive snaps as a rookie, 48 of which came in the final four weeks of the season. Bush, meanwhile, only saw 12 total snaps on defense. (Snap numbers courtesy of Pro Football Focus.) However, with a year of experience under the watchful eyes of Rex Ryan and Dennis Thurman, who get to see these “unproven” players in practice every day, you better believe the playing time will go way up for both of them. The Jets use three-safety packages among many, many defensive looks, so it wouldn’t surprise me to see Allen and Bush both play a significant number of defensive snaps this season, regardless of who wins the “starting” job. Other safeties in camp include Jaiquawn Jarrett, a former 2011 second-round pick by the Philadelphia Eagles, and undrafted rookie Rontez Miles out of California University of Pennsylvania, who the Jets seem to like a lot. Jarrett showed promise at times, but fell out of favor with the Eagles and was released last September. The Jets picked him up this offseason on a future/reserve contract, and now he’s looking to start fresh in 2013. Allen, Bush, Jarrett and Miles will be battling all summer long, and the Jets are hoping that the cream rises to the top. Just because these guys are “unproven” doesn’t mean they’re incapable of solid play at the highest level. We’ll just have to wait and see. Jon Presser is RantSports.com’s New York Jets Lead Columnist Follow him on Twitter @metsjetsnets88 and on Google+

Jason McIntyre from Big Lead Sports is reporting that Manish Mehta will no longer be the NY Jets beat reporter for the Daily News. Jets fans – same NYDN peeps who told me Hoops Weiss was laid off are saying@mmehtanydn is moving off NY Jets beat. New role will be [1of2] — Jason McIntyre (@TheBigLead) May 25, 2013 ‘NFL Insider’ (w focus on big-picture Jets stuff) probably similar to Bedard’s old role @ Globe. Finally, a good NFL columnist there [2of2] — Jason McIntyre (@TheBigLead) May 25, 2013 Manish was known for quoting anonymous sources in many of his stories.  These unnamed sources were critical of Tim Tebow and Mark Sanchez.  Manish is also known for blocking many Jets fans on Twitter that disagreed with his opinions. Here is a thread with fan thoughts on Manish Mehta. Seth Walder is in the bullpen warming up and is ready for a bigger role at the Daily News. Phil SullivanI started JetNation in 2005 and have been a New York Jets season ticket holder since graduating from high school. My dream is to see the New York Jets win the Super Bowl. Until then, I will be right here on JetNation writing, dreaming and talking NY Jets football.More Posts - Website Follow Me:

It looks like Jets Beat Writer Manish Mehta is moving on from the New York Jets Football beat.  Jason McIntyre broke the news from his twitter account from the @TheBigLead.  Some NFL media picked up on the tweet and wished Manish well. TurnOnTheJets Sounds like Manish moving off #Jets to beat to NFL writer role with NYDN (similar to Hubbuch with Post) guessing Walder moves to beat 5/25/13 11:39 AM e_man Somehow I don’t think Jets fans are sad. 5/25/13 11:47 AM Jets fans – same NYDN peeps who told me Hoops Weiss was laid off are saying@mmehtanydn is moving off NY Jets beat. New role will be [1of2] — Jason McIntyre (@TheBigLead) May 25, 2013 There was a time when I used to call Rich Cimini and Manish Mehta the Ying and the Yang of the Jets beat.  Rich played the pessimistic role well and believe it or not, Manish was (still is) a very good writer when he isn’t get caught up with what his editors want him to write about ie: Tebow etc. I can’t imagine that Manish WANTED to engross himself with the “circus” but maybe I’m just wrong and it had nothing to do with what sold papers.  Maybe Manish really like the circus. View This Poll With Manish off the beat, I think it’s safe to say that Rich will be getting all the heat (like he has been).  So this begs the question:  Who do you really enjoy reading of the Jets beat writers?  Is there anyone?  CHIME IN ON THE COMMENTS BELOW and I’ll tweet out some answers. Here is some Fan Reaction: TheMikeDonnelly I understand why @MMehtaNYDN rubbed some fans the wrong way, but now that he’s off the beat he won’t have to appease bosses w/ Tebow crap 5/25/13 11:54 AM AlbertBreer Per @TheBigLead, @MMehtaNYDN moving off the Jets beat, into NFL Insider role at NY Daily News. Congrats, bro! 5/25/13 11:52 AM George_Zoulis @e_man thank god!!!! It’s about damn time. Wonder if all the anonymous source stories will leave with @MMehtaNYDN as well 5/25/13 11:49 AM MarcSesslerNFL Good news from @TheBigLead… Happy for @MMehtaNYDN — he’ll do a fine job — one of the NFL’s great beat writers, good guy, too. 5/25/13 11:48 AM RapSheet A new role for @MMehtaNYDN. Cool RT @TheBigLead NYDN ‘NFL Insider’ (w focus on big-picture Jets stuff) similar to Bedard’s old role @ Globe 5/25/13 11:45 AM

Despite pending gun and drug charges, Jets running back Mike Goodson will report to Jets practice on Tuesday, Conor Orr of the Newark Star-Ledger reports. Goodson was in court Wednesday where he plead not guilty to five separate weapon and drug charges, including the unlawful possession of a handgun and possession of hollow-point bullets. Conviction on these charges could land Goodson in prison, though his lawyer, Tony Fusco, is confident that the running back will avoid jail time. Goodson has been to the Jets facility since the arrest last Friday morning in Denville to meet with head coach Rex Ryan and general manager John Idzik. His next appearance in court is June 12, during the team’s mandatory OTA sessions.

Here is a recap of New York Jets news on Saturday May 25th: Mike Goodson has been in trouble before Brett Favre’s inappropriate text message case settled The Jets Blog gives some thoughts on how Chris Ivory wants the ball Here is a discussion thread on Joe Namath’s comments about the Jets QB situation Phil SullivanI started JetNation in 2005 and have been a New York Jets season ticket holder since graduating from high school. My dream is to see the New York Jets win the Super Bowl. Until then, I will be right here on JetNation writing, dreaming and talking NY Jets football.More Posts - Website Follow Me:

The Sports Xchange: The NFLPA is investigating Geno Smith's recruitment by Jay-Z's group. Conor Orr: Zach Rogers stood out among the deep class at Tennessee. Rich Cimini: In his previous NFL stops, Mike Goodson's personal life spilled into the courts. Is he a druggie? Click and find out. Cimini knows. James Walker: The Jets are being hypocritical with Goodson. He cites Goodson as proof of a Jets star system. Eric Allen: Hybrid Quinton Coples will get a head start at OLB. Associated Press: The New York lawsuit alleging that Brett Favre sent racy texts is settled. Sports Illustrated: Michael Vick says that he is the NFL's fastest quarterback. Sports Illustrated: The Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs are most likely to go from last to first. Associated Press: Former Chicago Bears tackle Dick Evey dies at 72. Star-Ledger: The NFL teams with an equity firm to add to the revenue playbook. Have a great weekend, Gang Green Gangsters!

I was very excited when we signed Mike Goodson to a three year $6.9 million contract. Despite the fact he only has 160 carries, 722 yards, 3 touchdowns and 5 fumbles to his name as a runner. He also has 59 receptions on 78 targets for 524 yards. He had concentration issues but when his head was in the game, he looked like a dangerous player capable of bringing a little something to the backfield, especially on 3rd down. Unfortunately for the Jets, Goodson was arrested on May 17th on drugs and weapons charges. Goodson who was the passenger in the car found at 3:00am on Interstate 80 was taken to hospital before being taken to the station, such was his physical condition at the time of the arrest. The Jets seem willing to let the legal process play out with Goodson, who is set to return to practice on Tuesday. However if you put your name in front of the Media in New York like Goodson did, his past is going to be thoroughly investigated. Now I criticize the beat reporters of the Jets a lot, I think they do a terrible job covering this football team. However I can't criticize them for wanting to know a little more about Goodson's past following his arrest. Yesterday Rich Cimini of ESPN posted an article explaining that Goodson's legal problems didn't begin on May 17th The article highlights that Goodson has fathered 6 children by 3 different women. He has been sued for paternity and child support by three different women. He has been sued by a jewelry store for not paying his bill for a Breitling watch, something that should have cost him $56,465 ended up costing him $84, 423. He was sued by two apartment complexes while with the Panthers for not paying rent, receiving 2 eviction notices. He was also sued for missing car payments on a $49,000 Mercedes. While playing for the Panthers the mother of three of his children sued for child support and a restraining order, but she later dropped the case for unknown reasons. However her attorney has confirmed that she will begin legal proceedings again next week and seek retroactive child support in the form of a lump sum. Mike Goodson's father was sentenced to a minimum of 24 years in prison in 2007 for orchestrating a $12 million mortgage scam. This all brings up the question that one anonymous scout was quoted as saying: When the news of Goodson's arrest broke last week, a scout from another team, speaking on the condition of anonymity, said of the Jets, "Do these guys do background checks?" On the surface this is all very troubling. To me it looks like Mike Goodson has some maturity and responsibility issues. He obviously can not handle finances or the responsibility of making payments to the appropriate places on time. He's just received a $1 million signing bonus from the Jets, we should have a structure of support for players finances. If he can't do it, hire an accountant who can do it all for you. A personal professional to manage your finances. As the article stated, before May 17th there was no criminal activity. Mike has made a lot of mistakes and he continues to do so, but all of these incidents don't point to him being a bad guy. They point to him being an immature, irresponsible guy who needs support and guidance. A player who needs to be surrounded by good people. He needs to be around people like Curtis Martin, people who can show him how to be a professional athlete in the New York spotlight, and how to handle money. The Jets are no strangers to paternity cases, they supported Antonio Cromartie through his troubles. A couple of years on, I bet they are happy they did so. How John Idzik handles this situation is vitally important, I think we should wait for the legal process to do it's job and then made a firm decision after this regarding whether Mike should be a Jet going forward. I have heard some say we should cut him right now, if we did then I could understand it. However for me, he has talent but he has troubles. Before he arrived in NY, these tr

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