The Jets set their initial 53 man roster yesterday. It is sure to change in the days ahead. In fact, there’s a good chance it will change today after waiver claims are announced. What can we say about this roster?

The End of Malachi Corley

One of my biggest frustrations in NFL roster maintenance is when a player’s Draft position becomes a determining factor in whether he stays or goes. I think these decisions should be based on merit. They frequently aren’t. High picks get much more leeway than low picks who get somewhat more leeway than undrafted free agents.

It’s easier when a new regime comes in. The new general manager and head coach have nothing invested in an early round pick their predecessor made. Less consideration needs to go to when a player was drafted. It was that way when

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