The New York Jets are after a player who has the potential to greatly improve their odds, but might just be a dud while the Washington Redskins have an impact player who might be available.
Jets courting Jason Taylor
The New York Jets are making a pitch to Miami Dolphins free-agent linebacker Jason Taylor.
Taylor would improve the Jets pass rushing. The Jets only had eight sacks last season and a player like Taylor could add another 8-10 on his own and 4-6 team sacks.
Signing Taylor wouldn’t be without risks. He had a good season last year picking up seven sacks, but he is 35 and his play should be declining.
Haynesworth not trade-bait
The Washington Redskins are denying rumors that they are looking to trade Albert Haynesworth.
The speculation began when it was revealed that the Redskins offered Haynesworth in their quest for quarterback Donovan McNabb.
Haynesworth is still a dominant player and the only reasons to trade him are that the ownership is cutting costs, they think they can get a better deal by trading him, or the new coach doesn’t see Haynesworth as a fit for their system.
