A recent report from the Jets camp mentioned Pro-Bowl and runner up to Defensive Player of the Year Darrelle Revis missing a recent conditioning test (the same one that Joe McKnight, our fourth round pick, initially failed). While this news doesn’t prove that Revis is holding out for a bigger contract, it hints that a hold out is a possibility. Either way, I don’t believe its something fans should worry about. Here’s why:
Revis is known around the league, through his performance on the field last season, to be one of if not the best cover-men in the entire game. Contract negotiations will continue, and since Revis will hear the call of a Super Bowl chasing team needing their best defensive player, he will come to play. Jason La Canfora also reported that Revis is willing to agree to short-term contract solutions — meaning that he is confident in his ability and his hard work, offering a trial period to let him prove his worth to the team. I’m not worried whether Revis will show up to training camp. If he holds out a week, two weeks, or the entire span of training camp — he will come ready to play in the preseason.
Meanwhile, the Jets have signed Kyle Wilson, likely to be the third or fourth corner, depending on whether he passes Dwight Lowery on the depth chart. The secondary is looking to be rock solid again this year, with another extremely underrated player in Jim Leonard and the newly added Brodney Pool (who I think will have a breakout year in the system) playing the roam game.
According to reports, Joe McKnight has passed the conditioning test. For those of you thinking of drafting Shonn Greene in your fantasy leagues, believe the hype. If he’s around mid second round, you’ll want to snag this beast. Tomlinson will likely play a more versatile role while Greene gets the bulk of the carries as the team’s workhorse.
I can’t wait for Hard Knocks…it’s the best cast of characters yet. After a few weeks, even non-Jets fans will start to love the color greene. It’s easy, all you gotta do is glide with it:
pictured: hopefully not overrated
EDIT- Revis is officially on holdout.
