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essential Portugal Roadtrip
with jeremy woodhouse
9 - 26 APRIL 2021 – FULL
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Essential Portugal Roadtrip, 9 - 26 April, 2021
A 16-Day Photographic Journey with Jeremy Woodhouse
(16 days – 17 nights)
This tour will take us to many of Portugal's most well-know spots as well as some locations that are more "off the beaten path". With a good mix of lifestyle, urban and natural landscape you should come away with a rich portfolio of images.
Daily Itinerary
Pre-Tour: Fri, 9 April – Arrival in Porto
Check in at hotel and free time to rest or go out on your own to shoot/go for a stroll.
O/N Hotel Dom Henrique Downtown
A stay at Hotel Dom Henrique Downtown places you in the heart of Porto, walking distance from Bolhao Market and Almas Chapel. This 4-star hotel is within close proximity of Holy Trinity Church and Porto City Hall.
Day 1: Sat, 10 April – Porto - City center
While Portus Cale (the Romans' "sheltered port") has a long history, modern Porto largely eschews its distant past and presents itself to visitors as a busy commercial city rather than a prettified tourist destination. If that puts you off, it shouldn't, because commerce is written into Porto's DNA, from the great trading river at the heart of the city to the Baroque churches and Neoclassical buildings funded by merchants who made good. If it's never quite what you'd call gentrified – especially in the old riverside back-alleys – modern Porto does at least look better now than it has done for decades. Since 2001, when it was declared European City of Culture, many of the streets and squares have been reconstructed and historic buildings restored, particularly in the riverside bairro of Ribeira – now a UNESCO World Heritage Site – where the waterfront cafés and restaurants are an obvious attraction.
Day 2: Sun, 11 April – Porto
Porto's waterfront – known as the Ribeira – has changed dramatically in recent years, from a rough dockside cargo zone to one of the city's major tourist attractions. The arcaded quayside, the Cais da Ribeira, is one long run of restaurants and cafés looking across the river to the port wine lodges on the other side. However, come down in the morning – before the parasols and blackboard menus have been put out – and the Ribeira still ticks along in local fashion. Between the postcards and touristy ceramics you'll find dusty grocery stores and a warehouse or two, piled high with bags of potatoes. Meanwhile, behind the arcades and heading up towards the cathedral is a warren of stepped alleys that thumb their noses at the riverside gentrification.
In the afternoon we will drive approximately 10kms to photograph the sunset on a chapel by the sea (Capela do Senhor da Pedra). Originally, the stunning marble- and granite-strewn beaches of Miramar were the site of ancient pagan worship. Specifically, the giant boulder jutting into the sea was where rituals were once performed and where the Capela do Senhor da Pedra (Chapel of the Lord of Stone) sits to this day.
As part of the mass campaign to Christianize Europe during the 17th century, the hexagonal structure was constructed to 'reclaim' the land from the 'heretic,' naturalist pagans who sought enlightenment at the very same site.
Capela do Senhor da Pedra, Miramar
Day 3: Mon, 12 April – Porto/Viana do Castelo
After checking out we travel north for 1 hour towards Viana.
We will have lunch in Caminha. Controlling the Minho estuary, Caminha is located at the northernmost point of the Portuguese coastline. Its strategic position meant that the fortified town was long crucial to defending the northern border of Portugal against Galician ambitions. Possessing one of Minho's finest churches, Caminha is also a dynamic craft centre specialising in leather.
We then move on to Viana do Castelo and after checking in we will explore the city. Viana do Castelo is the main seaside resort of the Costa Verde and undoubtedly the most charming. A humble fishing village in the Middle Ages, its heyday was in the 16C when its sailors went cod fishing off the shores of the New World, and formed trade relationships with the Hanseatic towns. From the period are its Manueline and Renaissance residences, which give the old town its present charm.
At sunset we will photograph from Monte Santa Luzia location of the massive Templo do Sagrado Coração.
O/N Hotel Laranjeira
In the beautiful city of Viana do Castelo, Hotel Laranjeira offers an unparalleled view of the historic centre. A house away from home
Day 4: Tue 13, April – Gerês National Park/Soajo
After breakfast we head out to the Gerês National Park. With the deep, verdant valleys of Gerês, desolate landscapes of the Serra da Peneda, this grandiose region in the far north of Portugal is all about contrasts. The purpose of this national park is to protect these leading landscapes and archaeological sites, as well as its highly diverse flora and fauna (stags, wild ponies, golden eagles). Its farming population, whose traditions remain very much alive, live here in harmony with the environment. Gerês National Park is a protected UNESCO location.
Later we head to Soajo located on the edge of the Parque Nacional Peneda-Gerês. Over the next two days we will visit several picturesque locations and around the National Park. At Tibo Lookout we will have wonderful views looking across the border into Spain, the smooth granite domes, reminiscent of Yosemite.
O/N Casa do Adro, Soajo
Day 5: Wed, 14 April – Soajo/Sistelo
Before breakfast we will visit Lindoso Castle. Nearby we will wander among the old granaries (espigueiros) photographing them in the early morning light. These grain stores which number about sixty, cover a rocky platform at the foot of the castle and form an extraordinary concentration, like a cemetery, of small granite buildings, perched on piles and some of which are topped with one or two crosses. Their careful construction dates back to the 18C and 19C. They are still used today for the storage and drying of maize.
Later on in the afternoon we will drive to Sistelo, also known as "Little Tibet" due to the agricultural terracing. It is a true hidden gem enclosed in a valley at the entrance to Peneda Gêres National Park. We'll photograph here till sunset.
Day 6: Thu, 15 April – Soajo/Braga/Aveiro
Leaving Soajo after breakfast we drive to Braga, home to Bom Jesus do Monte, a stunning 18th-century site where pilgrims ascend by a series of punishing stairs only to return via funicular. The religious site at Bom Jesus do Monte's roots date all the way back to the 14th century, when the tradition of making pilgrimage (especially to anywhere on high) blossomed as a way for devotees to demonstrate their faith, often in extremely physical manners.
Then onward to the city of Aveiro, also known as "The Portuguese Venice" due to its system of photogenic canals and colorful, whimsically painted high-bowed, flat-bottomed fishing boats – moliceiros – reminiscent of the gondolas of Venice. Moliceiros are traditionally hand-painted with many themes and were used to trawl for seaweed and eels in Aveiro Lagoon. Today, like gondolas, they are often used for tourism and propelled from the stern with a long oar. Unlike a gondola, however, they can also utilize a small sail.
We will photograph sunset alongside the mail canal with a view of the Moliceros moored along the banks
O/N Hotel Aveiro Palace, Aveiro
Housed in a sumptuous historic building overlooking the main canal
Day 7: Fri, 16 April – Aveiro
Before sunrise we make the short drive to the seaside town of Costa Nova, with its candy cane-striped houses, photogenic market and beautiful beaches. Then we head back to Aveiro for breakfast.
Stand on the bridge (actually a busy roundabout) over the Canal Central and most of central Aveiro is within a couple of minutes' walk. The town's traditional industries are recalled by imposing statues of local workers on the bridge, notably the salineira with her salt tray. Pastel-coloured houses line Rua João Mendonça on the north side, with the old town streets and Mercado do Peixe (fish market; Tues–Sat 7am–1pm) just behind. Other arms of the canal branch off at intervals, with tiled houses facing each other across the water.
Aveiro has a preponderance of Art Nouveau buildings – the legacy of returning wealthy emigrants in the early years of the twentieth century. At the top of the pedestrianized Rua Coimbra, Praça da República is flanked by the blue snowflake-design tiled facade of the seventeenth-century Igreja da Misericórdia and the Câmara Municipal, a century older.
Day 8: Sat 17 April – Aveiro/Obidos
Leaving Aveiro after breakfast we will make 3 stops on our way to Obidos, each town containing a significantly important religious site; Tomar, Alcobaça and Batalha.
The medieval Convento de Cristo, a magnificent castle overlooks the river Nabão. It is known as a convent, but it was built in 1160 as a headquarters for the secretive Knights Templar, the formidable Catholic military that answered to the Pope.
Alcobaça (Cistercian Monastery–story of Pedro and Ines, the corpse bride of Portugal).
The monastery itself was founded in 1153 by Afonso Henriques, the first Portuguese king. It survived the 1755 Great Lisbon Earthquake, but was extensively looted by invading French under Napoleon, when the extraordinary library was looted, tombs robbed, and decor demolished. It served its final days as a monastery in the mid-19th century, and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The town of Batalha developed alongside the Monastery of Santa Maria de Vitória, constructed in 1386 to keep a vow by Portuguese King Dom João I to the Virgin Mary that he would build it if Portugal defeated Castile at the Battle of Aljubarrota on 14th August 1385. Extravagant celebrations commemorating this victory are held next to the monastery in August of every year.
The Monastery of Batalha, a masterpiece of Portuguese Gothic, is a magnificent piece of architecture that combines various influences from its lengthy period of construction, which lasted several reigns.
Outstanding in the interior are the Founders' Chapel with its fine stained-glass windows (between 10 and 12:30 light through stained glass inside), the cloisters, the Unfinished Chapels with their Manueline and Flemish Gothic features and the Chapter House.
Continuing our drive south brings us to the ancient hilltop village of Óbidos. We enter by the walled medieval town's main gate, stopping to photograph the distinctive blue azulejo tiles decorating the balcony. Taken from the Moors by Portugal's first king in 1148, all of Óbidos has today been declared a national monument. This romantic town is stunning – one of Portugal's most picturesque gems – full of well-preserved white-washed houses and small churches – including the charming Igreja de Santa Maria – with decorative Manueline porticos and flower-laden window boxes, sinuous cobbled streets with intimate recesses, and Romanesque arcades and sun-warmed village squares. From its lofty ramparts, the panorama includes terracotta rooftops of the village and surrounding homesteads, vineyards and distant whirling windmills. The Castelo de Óbidos – often called one of the 7 Wonders of Portugal – is currently awaiting the UNESCO classification of World Heritage Site.
O/N Hotel Louro
Day 9: Sun, 18 April – Obidos
Another day to wander back in time in this fortified village. Also known as the "Wedding City", after a custom whereby the ancient kings gave the village to their queens as a wedding present. Perhaps more curiously still, five hundred years ago the sea reached the foot of the ridge on which Óbidos stands and boats were once moored below its walls. As the sea later retreated, it left a fertile green plain and the distant Lagoa de Óbidos, with the town now marooned inland. In 2015, it was designated a UNESCO City of Literature because of its literary heritage and contemporary creative scene.
Day 10: Mon, 19 April – Sintra - Quinta da Regaleira | Palácio da Pena | Sintra Center
Sintra is a mandatory location in this itinerary. This is one of the epicenters of tourism in Portugal and it brings you to a small town that looks like a real Disney world full of castles and deep forests. We will explore some of the most amazing locations in Sintra such as the Well of Quinta da Regaleira, the mystical Pena Palace and the traditional city center of Sintra.
O/N Sintra Boutique Hotel
A destination with captivating views of the old town and Sintra Natural Park, modern design and contemporary Portuguese find their natural setting in the heart of Sintra.
Day 11: Tue, 20 April – Castelo de Mouros | Praia da Adraga | Cabo da Roca.
Today we visit Castelo de Mouros followed by the amazing beach, Praia da Adraga for long exposure photographs. Finally we move to Cabo da Roca, the western most point of Europe for a sunset session before heading to Lisbon.
Brown's Downtown Hotel, Lisbon (D)
Brown's Downtown is in the heart of Lisbon, walking distance from Santa Justa Elevator and Rua Augusta Arch. This family-friendly hotel is within close proximity of Lisbon City Hall and Bertrand.
Funicular da Bica in the Baixa Chiado District of Lisbon
Day 12: Wed, 21 April – Old City of Lisbon
We explore the Old City of Lisbon, one of the longest-established cities in Western Europe. From our centrally-located hotel in the Baixa District – Europe's first great example of neoclassical design and urban planning—we walk and travel by charming old cable cars to visit some of the oldest neighborhoods within a short distance from our hotel.
Nearby Castelo, one of the earliest parishes in Lisbon, dates back to 1147. The commanding hilltop presence of the medieval Castle of São Jorge provides photogenic panoramas of Lisbon's historic center below. Moorish Alfama – the oldest district in Lisbon – survived the great 1755 Lisbon Earthquake and tsunami which destroyed most of the city. Today it remains a picturesque labyrinth of narrow streets and small squares.
Brown's Downtown Hotel, Lisbon (D)
Day 13: Thu, 22 April – Old City of Lisbon
Today we will have more time to explore the old city. We will also explore the Belém district to photograph along the waterfront. The Torre de Belém, the symbol of Lisbon, is an architecturally outstanding old fortress and the shoreline reflections can be beautiful. Sixteenth-century Bairro Alto represents Lisbon's flamboyant alternative side, and is probably the best place in the city to hear mournful fado music – the distinctive popular songs of Lisbon with origins in the 1820s. Here, interesting architectural details are universal and the narrow streets are also adorned with colorful graffiti – and laundry unabashedly flapping on clotheslines overhead!
Day 14: Fri, 23 April – Monsaraz
We leave early morning from Lisbon and head into Monsaraz. Located on the border between Spain and Portugal, the village of Monsaraz is one of the most impressive sites in the country. It occupies a strategic position on higher ground overlooking the Guardiana valley. It is as if time has stood still within the walls of this medieval city with its higgledy-piggledy cobblestones and whitewashed houses.
At sunset we will photograph the town from the walls of the fort with sweeping views across the landscape.
O/N Monte Santa Catarina
Day 15: Sat 24, April – Piodão
After an early breakfast our first stop as we head east towards the Spanish border will be the charming town of Monsanto, voted "most Portuguese village in Portugal" in the 1938.
Following our stop in Monsanto we will continue our drive north through the Sierra d'Açor to the town of Piodão, arriving sometime in the early afternoon. Nestled in the mountains of Portugal, this lovely village in the mountains of Portugal is made almost entirely of schist rock. The schist houses are capped with slate roofs, their colors causing them to blend in with the stone pathways that wind among the buildings. The few non-schist buildings, as well as various window shutters and architectural accents, add pops of color to the otherwise earth-toned settlement.
All but abandoned a couple of decades ago, this remote settlement still depends on small scale agriculture supported by the much needed boost that tourism has brought–and the newly-painted, bright white Igreja Matriz stands out against the surrounding dark stone.
O/N Casa da Padaria
Inspired by the local architecture, Casa da Padaria (literally, the Bakery House) is located in the Açor mountains in the historic village of Piódão
The Village of Piódão at Dusk
Day 16: Sun, 25 April – Foz D'Égua/Monsanto/Viseu/Porto
After an early breakfast, we move into Foz D'Égua which is just 3kms away from Piodão. This fairytale village with its double schist bridge is a real step back in time showing how the Portuguese used to live.
Leaving Piodão we will begin our drive back to Porto. We will head to Viseu, the center of the Dão wine growing region. About 20 min south of Viseu is the pretty village of Santar where it is possible to participate in a wine tasting–then onward to Porto.
Park Hotel Porto Aeroporto
Located only 5 minutes away on foot from the main Oporto Airport terminal building, the Park Hotel Porto Aeroporto offers 143 confortable rooms and 4 meeting rooms, all with free wi-fi access.
Day 17: Mon, 26 April – Porto - Departure day
This final day is reserved for your own free time and to fly back home. Those who have afternoon flights will have a free morning to roam around Porto for a bit longer.
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Arrival, Departure & Visa
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Departure
Located on Europe's Iberian Peninsula, Portugal enjoys warm weather in September. It's the most westerly country in Europe, and although there are differences in climate across the country, the most popular holiday spots have hot weather and not much rain at this time.
Climatic variances
There's different weather between the north and south of Portugal, with the south having fairly typical Mediterranean weather. September's nice and hot in the Algarve, while Atlantic winds mean the west coast's windier. The Gulf Stream warms things up as you go up the coast, while temperatures can be higher inland. Popular Madeira's an island that's far closer to Africa than Portugal, so has even hotter weather than the mainland.
Averages are different around Portugal, but capital Lisbon on the west coast gives a good indication of the weather. It has an average high temperature of 27ºC during September, with things staying pleasant in the evenings. At 20ºC the sea's at its highest average temperature, while humidity's low and ranges between 40% and 90%. Rainfall's around 33mm for the month over six rainy days.
During September you can expect 12 hours of daylight with nine hours of sunshine each day, while UV levels will be high. The west coast has lots of places to enjoy a sunset, which is at 8pm at the start of the month.
Portuguese is the only official language in Portugal
Currency
The Euro € is the currency of Portugal
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Tour dates: 9 - 26, April 2021
Cost: $6,500
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Single Supplement: $800
Max Group Size: 6
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She Lost 50 kg, Yet She Was Depressed!
There are so many success stories of weight loss that can make us wonder how people can actually lose weight with their hard work and dedication.
Here is one such case of Elna Baker who lost 50 kg over some time by following a diet and exercise routine and even taking up a drug that was prescribed by her dietician.
Her story is a reality check of people who have lost weight and are often left behind with saggy skin!
Since childhood, Elna has been a chubby child. She decided to put a stop to being unhealthy and hence decided to get into shape, so she joined a weight loss program.
In just five and a half months she lost 50 kg by eating a healthy diet, exercising and also taking phentermine - a drug that her doctor had prescribed her.
She weighed 265 pounds before she decided to lose weight and the weight loss left her with a massive bulk of saggy skin. Even though she lost weight, she was quite depressed as she wanted to feel good with her own body.
As her saggy skin depressed her, she tried all the possible things to get rid of the saggy skin. Unfortunately, nothing worked in her favour. Hence, she decided to go under the knife to get rid of the excess saggy skin. She underwent four plastic surgeries to remove it.
Elna had been quite confused with her emotions of being happy about losing 110 pounds in a short span, but the saggy skin made her depressed. Even though she has undergone so many surgeries to tighten her skin, she still feels under-confident.
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Clients who seek to celebrate by upping the ante on carats and quality are driving sales at Universal Diamonds in Atlanta, Georgia.
By Joyce Kauf
Image: Craig Obrist/Universal Diamonds
The "save for a special occasion" attitude toward wearing beautiful diamonds is gone — largely due to the pandemic, which upended every aspect of life. "The American demand for jewelry is back, without places to go and black-tie events to attend," says Ronnie Agami, who co-owns Universal Diamonds in Atlanta, Georgia, with his father and brother. "People don't want to wait. Their new approach is 'Look at what we've been through.'"
In this scenario, milestones take on a new meaning. "It's okay to celebrate the 19th anniversary and not the 20th, [and] the 49th birthday is as worthy of celebrating as the 50th," Agami states.
The growth in his business is a testament to that new thinking. Since October 2020, he hasn't seen "less than a 50% month-to-month increase in sales, with some months exceeding 100%." Speaking from his perspective as both a retailer and a wholesaler, he attributes these numbers to the rise in "super special milestone purchases that haven't really stopped in terms of both larger stones and larger sales." Before Covid-19, he was seeing one to three six-figure sales per month; now he estimates that it's two to three a week.
Agami has also observed an uptick in higher-quality studs. He describes pre-pandemic sales as "commercial-grade," but clients now request Gemological Institute of America (GIA)-certified stones in "good quality that wouldn't have necessarily been seen before." In addition to significant price increases, he reports higher demand for studs with a total weight of 6, 7 or 8 carats.
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Looking ahead to next year, Agami forecasts that current trends will continue and that sales will remain strong. He believes "spending more for value" will remain a key driver in 2022, with quality taking precedence over quantity. Overall, he predicts a "move to the classics because of their inherent value," noting that these "can also be a legacy statement piece that can be passed down to a child." He further sees a "move away from pavé toward clean, classic, three-stone [pieces]."
In terms of shapes, elongated will remain "very, very strong," he believes, including well-made fancy shapes such as emeralds, radiants and elongated cushions. Agami points to increased demand for antique old European and old miner cuts, which appeal to clients who want something unique. Emerald-cut eternity rings and multi-shaped bracelets are also trends he expects to continue, with round-diamond studs and pear-shaped drops doing well in the earring category. Yellow figures prominently in the forecast: There's been a big return to yellow gold, and greater interest in yellow diamonds.
One way or another, he says, "there is no question that the sense of urgency will prevail into next year," since clients are concerned that "what they want won't be available in the next few months."
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Shopping has changed since the first six months of Covid-19, Agami says. "At the height of the pandemic, people wanted to go to one place to shop. They didn't want to go to a mall. Rather than a sense of urgency, they wanted to create a relationship." Now, some competition has returned as people "start to shop around more."
Millennials are "absolutely" interested in diamonds, he declares, in terms of both buying new ones and resetting stones they've inherited. He acknowledges the enormous impact of Instagram, where "the beauty of the diamond is on display, whether it's on the red carpet or an ad from a high-end designer or a fashion diamond house. As a result, we're seeing demand for 3 carats and up for young, successful professionals" — yet another trend he foresees carrying over to 2022.
"It doesn't matter if the client comes to us from an Instagram ad or by word-of-mouth referral. It is the need for a level of comfort that a trusting relationship offers that brings them in and keeps them coming back. We're seeing customers who bought five years ago or as long as 25 years ago returning, and we're so grateful," he says. For him, trust is a two-way street: "We invest in our clients as they do in us."
Lofty style Situated in a high-rise in the affluent Buckhead neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia, Universal Diamonds prides itself on being "the source of excellence," as its tagline states. The family business that Amos Agami founded in 1980 now includes his sons — Ronnie, who is responsible for sales and marketing, and Jonathan, who designs rings and oversees purchasing.
An introduction to excellence began at a young age; Ronnie Agami recalls how he and his brother would tag along with their father on buying trips to Antwerp, Tel Aviv and London, and observe firsthand the strict criteria their father applied to selecting diamonds.
Sleek and sophisticated, the 17th-floor office reflects the Agami style as well as clients' preferred shopping destinations. The reception area welcomes customers in stylish contrasting colors: a curved black couch, white chairs and a white marble credenza etched in black. Hanging pendants cast a soft glow.
The showroom's modern, minimalist design focuses all attention on the diamonds and jewelry. Loft-high ceilings and large windows overlooking the city create an expansive feel. Tall cases, in the same burnished wood as the floor, feature open shelves that are visible from each room. Display cases are set against a wall in a muted pattern of grey and silver that sets a tone of contemporary elegance.
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As Hollywood is starting to get back to work after the longest shut-down in its history, it is now faced with the question of how to entertain people safely. We all want to get back to work but now our families are involved. The good news is we get the chance to do what we do best, get creative.
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Sep 10, 2011 | 2:30PM
Here's where the Jets sit in the latest Madden NFL 20 rankings
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NFL discussing new twist in pursuit of 18-game schedule
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The Jets' options in the NFL supplemental draft
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Jets would be wise to bring in competition for C Jonotthan Harrison
Quinnen Williams is Madden 20's best rookie
WATCH tonight on SNY: Three titles, one year, one city
Mosley explains why NFL is 'sleeping on the Jets'
Giants' roster ranked higher than Jets by Pro Football Focus
Jets have Patriots WR Julian Edelman's attention
Joe Namath explains why Tom Brady is the GOAT
McCown on Darnold: 'He'll be just fine'
Audio from Bell's 911 call released
Ty Montgomery knew Jets were right fit, hoping to stay in New York 'for a long time'
Jets GM Joe Douglas reportedly adds three experienced personnel staffers
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McCown announces retirement, to join ESPN
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Jets vs. Cowboys: Matchups to Watch
By Adam Rotter | Sep 10, 2011 | 2:30PM
Tomorrow's game can't come soon enough. As we gear up to watch the Jets take on the Cowboys during a marquee time slot, here are some of the matchups that I (and a couple of other bloggers) will be paying attention to.
Cowboys NT Jay Ratliff vs. Jets C Nick Mangold
This is a battle that's made the lists of both ESPN's Byran Boaddus and Ben Stockwell of ProFootballFocus, and for good reason. Nick Mangold, a Pro-Bowler, will be one of the keys in protecting Sanchez, which will be essential to establishing the Jets' passing game. According to Stockwell:
The advantage is certainly with Mangold in the run game but if the Cowboys can establish a lead then Ratliff becomes a real threat with his ability to get into the backfield. If Mark Sanchez is forced to throw and Ratliff can get pressure straight up the middle life will become very difficult for the Jets. Sanchez' passing under pressure was poor last season, his NFL QB rating dropped from 86.5 to 51.9 when he felt pressure.
Cowboys WRs Miles Austin and Dez Bryant vs. Jets CBs Darrelle Revis and Antonio Cromartie
Relying on a young offensive line, the Cowboys will need their passing game to be in nearly perfect rhythm if they want to score the points they'll need to top the Jets. If Revis and Cromarite play to their strengths, they'll cause a huge disruption in Tony Romo's aerial assault. Again, Stockwell:
The match up of, arguably, the best cover corner in the league and one of the better corners at tracking deep routes is a tough one for week one but this offers a perfect opportunity for the Cowboys receivers to make a statement that they are ready to take their place at the top table of the NFL.
However, in some comments he made yesterday, the young Bryant was unafraid, full of pre-game bluster:
"I'm not going to change up my game for no corner," Bryant said.
Bryant insists he hardly even pays attention to them on the field, either, barely registering who is covering him when he lines up.
The way Bryant sees it, as long as he does what he's supposed to, nobody can stop him, including the Jets' talented tandem that he'll face Sunday night.
"I'm not the type of guy to single anybody out," he said. "No DB, no nothing like that."
If he wants to succeed, he'll have to back up that talk on the field.
Jets WR Santonio Holmes vs. Cowboys CB Orlando Scandrick
Undeniably, Santonio Holmes is an enormous part of the Jets' offense, especially when they need to stretch drives on 3rd down. Holmes' versatility as a receiver and his ability to catch nearly anything thrown in his direction allows him to pick up screens, short hooks, and long bombs when his team needs them the most. For the Jets to make an impact, Holmes will have to be faster than Scandrick and able to out-think the corner. According to Boaddus:
Scandrick has the quickness to match Holmes and will study him to gauge what depth he runs his routes and any route adjustments he will make. You have heard me talk about how difficult it is to play as a slot corner because when you are inside, you have to defend the whole field. You can't use the sideline to your advantage. With Holmes, Schottenheimer likes to move him all over the formation to make it difficult for the defense to make adjustments to him.
If Holmes does have a weakness, he will body catch balls at times in traffic against his body. If Scandrick can maintain tight coverage in the route, he has a chance to contest some balls that go Holmes' way.
Jets OTs D'Brickashaw Ferguson and Wayne Hunter vs. Cowboys OLB DeMarcus Ware
This is another matchup that made both of these bloggers' lists. Able to attack from either side, Ware will be a huge factor in putting pressure on Sanchez, and it'll be up to Hunter and Ferguson to hold him back. I'll be watching Hunter closely during offensive snaps, because he isn't as tough to get by as Brick. On the other hand, Boaddus points out a potential weakness for Ferguson:
His main problem is that when he faces a rusher that goes from speed to power, he has a real problem adjusting to that. I have seen Ferguson get walked back to Sanchez but also seen him give up pressure and sacks on hard spin moves inside against Cincinnati.
It'll be interesting to see if Ware will be able to use his athleticism to get past the tackles.
Jets head coach Rex Ryan vs. Cowboys defensive coordinator Rob Ryan
How could I resist? To my mind, there's no better way for the Jets to start the season: with Rex playing an incredibly emotional game on September 11 against one of the few defensive minds that matches his own: his brother's. The last time this family matched up, Rob Ryan was with the Browns, and the Jets won 26-20 on a nail-biting 37-yard touchdown pass from Sanchez to Holmes with 16 seconds left in overtime. If tomorrow's game is anywhere as close (hoping the Jets pull it out), it'll be a very exciting one to watch.
Tags: antionio cromartie, jets, Main Page, matchups, News, Opinion, Rex Ryan, rob ryan, santonio holmes, Adam Rotter
Madden isn't too high on Gang green despite Jets' big changes
New York Jets safety Jamal Adams reacts during the second quarter against the Buffalo Bills at MetLife Stadium. (Brad Penner/USA TODAY Sports)
Each year, football fans anxiously await the new Madden NFL game to hit the shelves. But their player ratings generate even more buzz.
Well, EA Sports has released their initial rankings for each team, and Jets fans may not like where their team has ended up.
At the moment, the Jets are a 78 overall with an 73 offense and 80 defense, which is good for the sixth-worst team in the game. The Dolphins, an AFC East rival, are the game's worst team at 72 overall, while the Bills are third-worst at 78 overall. The Super Bowl defending-champion Patriots are an overall 87.
Tags: Jamal Adams, Leonard Williams, Le'Veon Bell, Sam Darnold, Trumaine Johnson
Does Gang Green add another tight end like they did in 2017?
By Bent | Jul 15 | 11:24AM
Chris Herndon (89) Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports (Brad Penner)
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Last week, the Jets announced that tight end Chris Herndon would be suspended for the first four games of the 2019 regular season. This will obviously be a blow for the team, as they look to establish their new-look offense under Adam Gase. Herndon caught 39 passes last year to lead all rookie tight ends, including 32 over the last 10 games.
However, if the Jets intend to make a move to improve their tight end depth and give themselves further cover at the position, the options are somewhat unappealing.
Last month, even before the Herndon suspension was announced, Bucky Brooks wrote on NFL.com that the Jets should consider trading for veteran Jimmy Graham. However, adding a veteran who is past his prime and still on a high salary would be an overreaction at this point, especially if they had to give up anything of value to acquire him from the Packers.
Tags: Austin Seferian-Jenkins, Chris Herndon, Eric Tomlinson
Jets' Jamal Adams excited for healthy Marcus Maye: He's 'one of the best free safeties' in the NFL
Safety duo weren't able to build on rookie momentum last season
By Nick Wojton | Jul 14 | 1:30PM
(Seth Wenig)
Jamal Adams and Marcus Maye built a strong chemistry when the two were rookies in 2017. Last season injuries prevented the duo from building on that start to their careers.
Due to a slew of injuries, including shoulder and thumb issues, Maye was held to only six games played in 2018. Adams wasn't shaken by injuries. His season went in the opposite direction as he landed his first Pro Bowl nod.
However, Adams recognizes the success of the Jets' secondary takes more than just him and he recently told the team's website that he's excited to have Maye back healthy and ready to go for this year's training camp.
Tags: Jamal Adams, Marcus Maye
There are players whose training camp showing could propel them
Nov 12, 2018; Santa Clara, CA, USA; New York Giants receiver Quadree Henderson (15) during the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports (Kirby Lee)
The Jets' 2019 roster is already starting to take shape but finding unexpected contributions and building depth from unlikely sources is something that could really help them progress to the next level.
Let's highlight 10 players that haven't received much attention during the offseason, each of whom has a chance to end up on the final roster.
WR Quadree Henderson
Tags: Brandon Copeland, Brent Qvale, Charone Peake, Darron Lee
Jets TE Chris Herndon suspended for first four games of season
The 23-year-old pleaded guilty to a DUI earlier this year
Oct 14, 2018; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Jets tight end Chris Herndon (89) catches a pass over Indianapolis Colts cornerback Chris Milton (28) during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports (Vincent Carchietta)
Jets tight end Chris Herndon has been suspended without pay for the first four games of the 2019 season for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy, the team announced on Friday.
Herndon, 23, pleaded guilty to a DUI that occurred in June 2018 back in January.
He received a 90-day driver's license suspension and was fined $639 in municipal court while the NFL continued to investigate. A first-time offender is typically given a two-game suspension, per the league's alcohol policy, but the commissioner can impose additional discipline for aggravating circumstances.
Tags: Chris Herndon
Owners reportedly toying with idea of limiting games for players
Dec 24, 2017; East Rutherford, NJ; General overall view of MetLife Stadium during an NFL football game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the New YorK Jets. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports (Kirby Lee)
The NFL is starting to get creative in its continued pursuit for an 18-game schedule.
According to Andrew Beaton of the Wall Street Journal, one idea being proposed among owners is to limit players to a maximum of 16 regular season games. That would mean, by rule, the Giants and Jets would have to pick at least two games for players like Saquon Barkley and Sam Darnold to sit out.
The NFLPA has pushed back against an 18-game schedule, largely because the toll an extra two games would place on the players' bodies would be too much to handle on top of an already grueling 16-game schedule. Giants long snapper and NFLPA vice president Zak DeOssie voiced these concerns back in June.
Tags: Sam Darnold, Saquon Barkley, Zak DeOssie
The Jets linebacker recently stopped by the SNY Studios
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Avery Williamson joins Jeane Coakley for a day at SNY. Williamson tries his hand at broadcasting and gets a behind-the-scenes look at SNY.
Avery Williamson's tenure with the Jets got off to a solid start in 2018, but could a career in sports broadcasting be in his future?
The Jets linebacker recently stopped by the SNY Studios and learned all the ins and outs of the business. Watch as he goes over his shot sheets, stops by the makeup room, and makes his way to the SNY desk.
Tags: Avery Williamson
Former Jets head coach Walt Michaels dies at 89
Michaels also part of Super Bowl III winning staff
A general view of a New York Jets helmet and an NFL football during the game between the Buffalo Bills and the New York Jets at Ralph Wilson Stadium. (Kevin Hoffman)
Walt Michaels, former head coach of the New York Jets, died on Wednesday, his daughter told the Wilkes Barre Times-Leader. He was 89.
Michaels spent six seasons with the Jets as the bench boss, racking up a 39-47-1 overall.
His playing cabegan in 1951 as a seventh-round pick by the Cleveland Browns, but was traded to the Green Bay Packers before his rookie season where he played one season. From 1952-1961, he returned to the Browns where he played linebacker. Michaels was a five-time Pro Bowler.
AFC East Power Rankings: Where the Jets stand before training camp
Will Gang Green's big changes see a much improved team?
By Bent | Jul 11 | 12:06PM
Dec 30, 2018; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) and New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold (14) congratulate each other after New England's win at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports (Winslow Townson)
With training camp just a couple of weeks away, it's a good time to take stock of the rest of the AFC East. Let's review some of the big storylines for each of the Jets' rivals, and assess where they should stand in the Power Rankings...
1. New England Patriots - 2018 record: 11-5
Ordinarily, you'd expect any team to struggle to overcome the loss of key contributors like Trey Flowers, Rob Gronkowski and Trent Brown, among others. However, the Patriots have traditionally had no problems integrating replacements for their departing stars.
Tags: Le'Veon Bell, Robby Anderson, Sam Darnold
Which Jets players have best odds for 2019 MVP
Two Jets' players land MVP odds
By Nick Wojton | Jul 10 | 10:41PM
Dec 23, 2018; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold (14) throws a pass while Green Bay Packers defensive back Eddie Pleasant (35) defends during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-USA TODAY Sports (Ed Mulholland)
Both of New York's football teams have potential MVP candidates in their backfield, according to Bovada. Only one of the two have a player under center that was given odds, though.
Odds Shark released Bovada's latest odds for the NFL's 2019 MVP Award and both Jets running back Le'Veon Bell and Giants running back Saquon Barkley were listed by the odds makers. Both landed with +5000 odds to take home the top-individual silverware next season.
The only rusher with higher odds to land the honor was Alvin Kamara from the New Orleans Saints.
Tags: Le'Veon Bell, Sam Darnold
Could Gang Green make the playoffs for the first time since 2010?
By Ralph Vacchiano | Jul 10 | 10:56AM
Dec 15, 2018; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold (14) reacts after a touchdown by New York Jets running back Elijah McGuire (not pictured) during the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports (Brad Penner)
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There's a new general manager (Joe Douglas), a new head coach (Adam Gase), a new star (Le'Veon Bell), and a new attitude (Gregg Williams and many others). All of that has the Jets thinking this is going to be a great season.
But the "old" quarterback -- 22-year-old Sam Darnold -- is still the biggest reason for hope of all.
The Jets may not be ready to say it publicly, but internally they are thinking playoffs. In fact, they're expecting their first playoff berth since 2010. They may not be ready to win the AFC East, but they feel there's no reason why they can't emerge as an AFC contender.
Tags: Jamal Adams, Leonard Williams, Le'Veon Bell, Quincy Enunwa, Sam Darnold, Ralph Vacchiano
Why Jets DC Gregg Williams could be biggest key for Sam Darnold
Darnold should benefit most from Jets' defensive coordinator
By John Healy | Jul 9 | 4:32PM
New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold is pressured by Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt during the first half at MetLife Stadium. (Kirby Lee/USA TODAY Sports)
Of all the new coaches that could help Sam Darnold in his second NFL season, it's Jets defensive coordinator Gregg Williams who could have the biggest impact on the quarterback.
Williams has a reputation for being intense and bringing that competitive energy into practices, which is one of the reasons why head coach Adam Gase hired him.
That intensity, coupled with the different schemes and looks he will deploy in the defense in practice, is something should benefit Darnold, according to offensive coordinator Dowell Loggains.
Tags: Sam Darnold
Weighing the Jets' options in the NFL Supplemental Draft
Are any available players worth a pick?
By Bent | Jul 8 | 10:00AM
Dec 28, 2018; San Antonio, TX, United States; Washington State Cougars safety Jalen Thompson (34) celebrates with teammates after an interception against the Iowa State Cyclones during the first half in the 2018 Alamo Bowl at Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports (Soobum Im)
The NFL's supplemental draft takes place on July 10th, with the potential for multiple selections for the second year in a row. Could any of the available players interest the Jets, though?
New general manager Joe Douglas has already stated his intent to investigate any and all options to upgrade the roster he inherited from his predecessor, Mike Maccagnan. With the option to forego a 2020 draft pick to add a draftable prospect at this late stage of the offseason, he might be tempted to pull the trigger.
When Douglas and new director of player personnel Chad Alexander were both on the Ravens staff, they opted to use a fifth-round pick on tackle Jared Gaither in 2007. This proved to be a nice pick-up as he started 28 games in his first three years. New assistant general manager Rex Hogan was also on a Bears team that used a seventh-round pick on fullback Harvey Unga in the 2010 supplemental draft. This pick was less successful, though.
10 most important players to Jets' success in 2019
Gang Green will rely heavily on these guys
By Ralph Vacchiano | Jul 5 | 11:13AM
(Robert Deutsch)
For the second straight offseason, the Jets went on a huge spending spree, and this time it looks like they spent their money more wisely. They brought in stars and players who can truly make a difference.
At least that's what they believe.
Tags: Jamal Adams, Leonard Williams, Le'Veon Bell, Quincy Enunwa, Sam Darnold, Trumaine Johnson, Ralph Vacchiano
Darnold seemed to like Harrison last season, but there are concerns about his game
By Bent | Jul 4 | 1:29PM
The Jets franchise has been blessed with consistency at the center position throughout most of its history. From the Super Bowl-winning John Schmitt to two-time Pro Bowler Joe Fields, the reliable Jim Sweeney, Hall of Fame nominee Kevin Mawae and all-pro Nick Mangold, the Jets have rarely had an extended period without a solid long-term solution at the position.
However, since Mangold's retirement, the Jets have been unable to adequately fill the position. While there seems to be plenty of optimism that Jonotthan Harrison could fill that role, fans and media remain skeptical.
Jets' Quinnen Williams named top-rated rookie in Madden 20
How the Jets' rookie class is rated in game
Apr 25, 2019; Nashville, TN, USA; Quinnen Williams (Alabama) is selected as the number three overall pick to the New York Jets in the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft in Downtown Nashville. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports (Christopher Hanewinckel)
The New York Jets selected defensive tackle Quinnen Williams with the third-overall pick at the 2019 NFL draft and despite that, some believed he was the top prospect.
The latest addition to that group is EA Sports, as the producers of the upcoming video game, Madden 20, gave the Alabama product the best ranking of any rookie in the game.
Williams' overall rating in Madden 20 is an 80. He edges out the Bills' first-round pick, another defensive tackle in Ed Oliver, and the second-overall pick, pass rusher Nick Bosa. Those two were rated 79 and 78 overall, respectively.
Tags: Quinnen Williams
Three titles, one year, one city 00:01:01
SNY's documentary on the magical year of 1969 in New York for the Mets, Jets, and Knicks premieres tonight after Mets Post Game!
C.J. Mosley explains why NFL is 'sleeping on the Jets'
New LB wants to lead Jets to next level on defense
Dec 30, 2018; Baltimore, MD, USA; Baltimore Ravens inside linebacker C.J. Mosley (57) reacts after sacking Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (not pictured) during the second half at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports (Tommy Gilligan)
The New York Jets' new defensive star, C.J. Mosley, knows a thing or two about what makes a winning pedigree. The former Baltimore Raven made the playoffs twice with his old team and learned how to lead a defense from Ray Lewis and Terrell Suggs. He has already assumed a role as a vocal leader and a "culture changer" for the Jets' defense.
There's no doubt that Mosley's teammates will listen when he speaks up. That said, Mosley's latest bulletin-board statement is sure to get Gang Green's collective blood pumping.
"We know the whole NFL is sleeping on the Jets, so we're ready to prove them wrong," Mosley told NewYorkJets.com. "They always have been [doubting the team], even I was when I wasn't here."
Tags: CJ Mosley
PFF breaks down each team's strengths, weaknesses and X-factors
New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold unsnaps his helmet as he heads to the bench during the second half against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. (Winslow Townson/USA TODAY Sports)
After the Jets spent big money this summer, making splashes with the additions of Le'Veon Bell, C.J. Mosley, Jamison Crowder and Quinnen Williams, there has been a renewed buzz around Florham Park.
Meanwhile, their stadium-mates, the Giants, continued their roster revamp in controversial fashion - they said goodbye to stars Odell Beckham Jr. and Landon Collins, drafted a quarterback sixth overall and turned the keys over to an extremely young defense.
While the Giants are still rebuilding, the Jets are going all-in with a young quarterback, a budding defense and a new coach.
Tags: Eli Manning, Landon Collins, Le'Veon Bell, Marcus Maye, Odell Beckham Jr., Saquon Barkley, Sterling Shepard
Why the Jets have Patriots WR Julian Edelman's attention
The Super Bowl MVP expects a 'tough matchup' from Gang Green this year
New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman scores a touchdown against New York Jets cornerback Morris Claiborne during the third quarter at MetLife Stadium. (Brad Penner/USA TODAY Sports)
The Jets have not beaten the New England Patriots since Week 16 of the 2015 season, but this year could be different.
Just ask Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman.
The Super Bowl LIII MVP has noticed what the Jets have done this offseason and expects Gang Green to be a challenge for the defending Super Bowl champions this upcoming season.
Tags: Jamal Adams, Le'Veon Bell, New England Patriots, Sam Darnold
Jets Hall of Famer Joe Namath explains why Tom Brady is greatest QB of all time
Namath's reasoning goes beyond the rings
Oct 14, 2018; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Jets former quarterback Joe Namath Before the National Football League game between the New York Jets and the Indianapolis Colts at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports (Vincent Carchietta)
Joe Namath says there is no doubt about it, Tom Brady is the best quarterback to play the game.
The Jets legend and Hall of Fame quarterback was asked about the greatest of all time at the position while on The Howard Stern Show on Monday, and while Namath has idolized many quarterbacks, none compare to the six-time Super Bowl champion who has tortured the Jets the last two decades.
"Tom is the best," Namath said. "I've been asked that question for many years -- Johnny [Unitas] was my hero, Otto Graham was great, Slingin' Sammy Baugh, I go back, these guys are great. But meantime, Tom has been challened more in recent history, certainly with huge games than anybody I can recollect -- and he stepped up every time."
Tags: Le'Veon Bell
Newly-retired Josh McCown on Jets' Sam Darnold: 'He'll be just fine'
'If he needs me, I'm only a phone call away'
New York Jets quarterbacks Sam Darnold and Josh McCown watch second half of play against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. (Noah K. Murray/USA TODAY Sports)
Josh McCown was a mentor to Sam Darnold in the Jets quarterback's rookie year.
And even though he won't be around Darnold in his second year with New York after announcing his retirement and transition to ESPN NFL analyst, he is confident Darnold will show vast improvement in 2019.
"I tried to empty the clip with him and give him everything I could," McCown told ESPN's Rich Cimini. "He'll be just fine."
Tags: Josh McCown, Sam Darnold
LISTEN: Audio from Jets RB Le'Veon Bell's 911 call released
Bell's girlfriends disappear with $500,000 of his jewelry
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell during AFC practice for the 2018 Pro Bowl at ESPN Wide World of Sports. (Kirby Lee/USA TODAY Sports)
TMZ Sports released audio from Le'Veon Bell's 911 call when he told the operator that two women left his house with more than $500,000 worth of jewelry.
Bell reported to police on May 25 that he returned home from the gym to find jewelry missing and his closets had been rummaged through.
On the phone call, Bell told the Hollywood (Florida) Police Department that when he returned home from his workout, the two girls "took my money, they took my watch, my jewelry, a couple more of my things of value out of my house."
Montgomery will be backing up Le'Veon Bell this season
Jan 6, 2019; Baltimore, MD, USA; Baltimore Ravens running back Ty Montgomery (88) during an AFC Wild Card playoff football game against the Los Angeles Chargers at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports (Kirby Lee)
Versatile running back Ty Montgomery had a few destinations he could have pursued in free agency this offseason. But he eventually decided the Jets was the place for him, even though he wouldn't be the main man in the backfield.
That title, of course, goes to Le'Veon Bell this season after he signed a long-term deal with New York. Still, Montgomery believed the Jets was the right fit, mainly because of the offense Adam Gase brings with him.
"You have to be smart," Montgomery told newyorkjets.com's Ethan Greenberg about Gase's offense. "You have to be able to catch the ball and you have to be able to run the ball. You can't have an imbalance and be at running back in this offense. It's actually pretty cool, it's challenging. I think it suits my abilities and I'm loving it."
Tags: Le'Veon Bell, Scott Thompson
After adding former GM Phil Savage earlier on Tuesday, Douglas made two other personnel staff additions
GM Joe Douglas made key additions to the Jets' front office on Tuesday.
According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the Jets added Browns GM Phil Savage and Ravens Director of Pro Personnel Chad Alexander. Later in the afternoon, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that Colts VP of Player Personnel Rex Hogan has been hired by Gang Green to be Douglas' assistant GM.
The 54-year-old Savage's role is unclear, but he returns to an NFL front office for the first time since he was with the Eagles from 2010-12. Meanwhile, Alexander will serve as director of player personnel for the Jets.
Jets high on Sam Darnold, Leonard Williams entering 2019
By Ralph Vacchiano | Jun 17 | 4:26PM
New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold passes the ball in front of Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle Grover Stewart during the first half at MetLife Stadium. (Vincent Carchietta/USA TODAY Sports)
The Jets' offseason has been a wild roller-coaster ride. It started at the bottom when they fired their head coach, peaked during free agency and the draft, then went on a wild spiral downward when they fired their general manager … and then somehow managed to come out of it OK.
In fact, not only do they seem OK now that GM Joe Douglas and his good buddy, head coach Adam Gase, are in charge; they are convinced they are on an uphill climb again. They are loaded with optimism. They feel like they are finally headed in the right direction. They believe a return to the playoffs is near.
Maybe they're right. Or maybe they're fooling themselves. For now, though, there has been an unusual amount of hope and excitement around the Jets as they wrapped up their spring organized team activities and mini-camps. Time will tell if that's warranted or not.
Tags: Chris Herndon, Derrick Jones, Leonard Williams, Le'Veon Bell, Parry Nickerson, Quincy Enunwa, Robby Anderson, Sam Darnold, Trumaine Johnson, Ralph Vacchiano
Jets QB Josh McCown announces retirement, to become ESPN analyst
McCown finished his final two seasons with the Jets
Oct 28, 2018; Chicago, IL, USA; New York Jets quarterback Josh McCown (15) warms up prior to a game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports (Patrick Gorski)
Jets QB Josh McCown is officially hanging up his cleats, as he announced his retirement after 17 NFL seasons.
Penning his retirement in a Players' Tribune article, McCown reflected on "one heck of a journey" that he has gone through in his NFL career.
While some have expressed their belief that McCown would be a great coach, he will join ESPN as an NFL analyst beginning Wednesday.
Brant Boyer confident Jets special teams won't falter despite losing Roberts, Myers
Roberts and Myers were both special teams Pro Bowlers in 2018
By Scott Thompson | Jun 17 | 12:16PM
It's safe to say Jets special teams coach Brant Boyer was ecstatic to see not one, but two of his players reach the Pro Bowl last season. Kick and punt returner Andre Roberts and kicker Jason Myers both put together solid seasons, good enough to be voted among the NFL's best to represent the Jets.
But, now, Boyer doesn't have the luxury of those two on his depth chart any longer. Roberts is now a Buffalo Bill and Myers signed with the Seahawks, with both players not happy New York wasn't competitive in bringing them back.
Roberts, in particular, was one of the best return specialists in the NFL last season. He totaled 1,147 yards on 40 returns (29.4 ypr) with one touchdown, and had 324 yards on 23 punt returns (14.1 ypr) with a touchdown as well. That type of production will be hard to match, and Boyer knows it.
Tags: Andre Roberts, Jason Myers, Scott Thompson
'It was just pure family back then'
By Anthony McCarron | Jun 16 | 9:45AM
(New York Daily News)
Anthony McCarron, SNY.tv | Twitter |
To illustrate the lovely bond that bloomed between the 1969 Mets and their roommates at Shea Stadium, the Jets, John Schmitt tells the following story:
Schmitt, the center on the Jets' Super Bowl III champs, brought his young son, John-John, to the ballgame one night to see the great Tom Seaver pitch. Schmitt ushered John-John into the Mets' clubhouse, where Seaver was getting a pre-game massage. Schmitt did not want to disturb a fellow athlete's prep, but Seaver insisted.
"He got off the rubdown table, put on his jersey and hat and took a picture with us," Schmitt recalls. "He was great. Then he takes off his jersey, gets back on the table and went out and won the game that night.
Some new starters and scrappy rookies have shined at camp
Aug 9, 2018; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Daniel Brown (85) runs against Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Junior Joseph (48) during the second half at Paul Brown Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Kohl-USA TODAY Sports (David Kohl)
Jets camp is in full swing, and there's a buzz in the Florham Park air. There's a new head coach, a new GM, and lots of fresh faces on the field.
Which players have the potential to be unheralded X-factors for the Jets this year? Here's five guys who have stood out so far.
Jonotthan Harrison (C)
Harrison is a familiar face after starting nine games over the last two years, but there was some thought that the Jets may pursue an upgrade at center this offseason. Instead, they stuck with Harrison, and the results are paying off.
Tags: Avery Williamson, Chris Herndon, Eric Tomlinson, Jordan Leggett, Leonard Williams, Neal Sterling, Sam Darnold, Trumaine Johnson
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Q: showing input and button in one row in mobile with bootstrap i want to design a navbar that have select, input and button elemnts. i wrote below code:

        <form>

                    <select class="form-control form-style-w3layout"
                            style="background: #011144; color: #fff" id="exampleFormControlSelect1">
                        <option>Deutsch - English</option>
                        <option>English- Deutsch</option>
                    </select>

                        <input type="text" class="form-control form-style-w3layout"
                               id="autocomplete" placeholder="Search Deutsch" required>

                        <button class="form-control form-style-w3layout-btn">
                        </button>

        </form>

below image is output:

but in mobile device i have problem. input and buttun are shown in two different rows. and there is not any margin between select and input elements.
the below image is mobile output:

A: You can use the input group in bootstrap

      <form>

            <select class="form-control form-style-w3layout" style="background: #011144; color: #fff"
              id="exampleFormControlSelect1">
              <option>Deutsch - English</option>
              <option>English- Deutsch</option>
            </select>

              <input type="text" class="form-control form-style-w3layout" id="autocomplete" placeholder="Search Deutsch"
                required>

                <button class="form-control form-style-w3layout-btn">

                </button>

      </form>

Or if you want to use the grid system then you can do something like the following by adding another row element wrapping around the elements you want to have a different row.

      <form>

            <select class="form-control form-style-w3layout" style="background: #011144; color: #fff"
              id="exampleFormControlSelect1">
              <option>Deutsch - English</option>
              <option>English- Deutsch</option>
            </select>

                <input type="text" class="form-control form-style-w3layout" id="autocomplete" placeholder="Search Deutsch" required>

                <button class="form-control form-style-w3layout-btn">
                </button>

      </form>

A: Try this

        <form>

                    <select class="form-control form-style-w3layout"
                            style="background: #011144; color: #fff" id="exampleFormControlSelect1">
                        <option>Deutsch - English</option>
                        <option>English- Deutsch</option>
                    </select>

                <input type="text" class="form-control form-style-w3layout" id="autocomplete" placeholder="Search Deutsch" required>

                    <button class="form-control form-style-w3layout-btn">
                    </button>

        </form>

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