Landry not cleared for camp: Training camp is about two months away, but the Jets already seem to be preparing for the possibility that their offseason gamble on LaRon Landry will not work out. The Jets signed Landry to a one-year deal in March with the hope he would help solidify the safety position. But according to The Sports Xchange, Landry's rehab has gone slowly and he has yet to participate in any of the Jets' offseason team activities. Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum has acknowledged it will be a "challenge" for Landry to be ready for the season opener against the Bills; the Jets further prepared for Landry's extended absence by signing ex-Dolphins safety Yeremiah Bell to a one-year deal last week. In addition, the Jets may also still bring back popular secondary leader Jim Leonhard, who has suffered season-ending leg injuries in each of the last two years. (Updated 05/25/2012)
Injury Report
Groin, achilles' - Doubtful for start of training camp. Questionable for start of season (Updated - 5/25/12)
Fantasy Analysis
Landry is expected to be the guy to corral big tight ends like Rob Gronkowski, Antonio Gates, Vernon Davis, Jared Cook and Scott Chandler -- guys the Jets will face off against in 2012. When healthy Landry can contribute big stats to a Fantasy owner's bottom line, but with 15 games missed over the last two seasons, he cannot be considered reliable. Draft him as a No. 2 Fantasy DB but one who must be backed up with another decent option behind him. (Updated 05/25/2012).
05/20/2012 12:37 Got a (Big) Nickel? You'll need one to combat hybrid offenses this fall
The defense was introduced by Bill Belichick, but it's the Patriots offense that's sparking a revival. Pat Kirwan looks at the Big Nickel, where an extra safety is the key, and how your team might need it to thwart new hybrid attacks.
05/18/2012 14:07 Report: Jets sign S Yeremiah Bell to 1-year, $1.4 million deal
The Dolphins unceremoniously dumped Yeremiah Bell in March. On Friday the 34-year-old safety signed a one-year, $1.4 million deal with the Jets, multiple outlets are reporting.
LaRon Landry signed a one-year deal with the Jets this offseason after spending the first four years of his career with the Redskins. Now, Landry has to stay healthy. Landry has battled multiple injuries, including a left Achilles tendon issue caused by bone spurs for which Landry has repeatedly had non-surgical treatments. When he has been on the field, Landry has been an impact defender. Landry played only eight games in 2011 and a total of 17 games since 2010. He should be considered a low-end defensive back in IDP leagues because he's prone to injury, making him a late-round pick. There's always the chance that he could play on a high level to earn a long-term deal after this season. (Updated 4/25/12)
