The Jets intend to release wide receiver Brandon Marshall, reports Kimberley A. Martin of Newsday (Twitter link). Marshall is now in line to become the seventh veteran the Jets have moved on from since late last month. The rebuilding club previously cut ties with cornerback Darrelle Revis, center Nick Mangold, offensive tackles Ryan Clady and Breno Giacomini, kicker Nick Folk and linebacker Erin Henderson.
As was the case with the other six vets, the fact that the Jets are moving on from Marshall isn’t particularly surprising. However, the Jets would have preferred to keep him, it seems, as a source told ESPN’s Adam Schefter (on Twitter) that they offered Marshall an extension. But Marshall requested his release, tweets Martin, and his exit will save Gang Green $7.5MM in 2017.
Marshall is just two years removed from a 109-catch, 1,502-yard, 14-touchdown 2015, but his numbers declined significantly last season as a member of an anemic passing attack. All told, Marshall hauled in 59 grabs on 128 targets, posted only the third sub-1,000-yard season of his career (788), and only totaled three TDs. But he did once again exhibit durability, appearing in at least 15 games for the ninth time, and notch a yards-per-catch average (13.4) better than his career total (12.8).
Now set to hit the open market, the 32-year-old Marshall should become one of the most sought-after pass catchers available, joining fellow wideouts like Alshon Jeffery, Kenny Stills and Terrelle Pryor, among others. Marshall is more established than any of them, having combined for a whopping 941 receptions, 12,061 yards and 82 touchdowns across 11 seasons with the Broncos, Bears, Dolphins and Jets. The 6-foot-4, 230-pounder hasn’t yet played with an elite quarterback, making his lifetime output all the more impressive, but that could change if he hooks on with a contender in free agency. He’ll also look to snap the league’s longest active playoff drought for an individual (167 games) with his next employer.
You have got to be kidding me..
It’s called: CAP MONEY NEEDED.
“Trust the process”
They offered him an extension…..and told him Hackenberg would be the starter next season.
While I would love for my 9ers to get Jefferey for many reasons I wouldn’t be mad if they went out and got Marshall although I have a feeling he will end up going somewhere else..maybe Green Bay.
Didn’t think about it but if he doesn’t go to GB I bet he goes to the Ravens with Smith retiring. Marshall and Wallace would be a good one two punch for the Flacco.
I agree with you. Green Bay however needs cap space for OL and defense. Imagine Jeffrey, Marshall and DeSean Jackson lining-up with the Niners OL. ¡UHM!
And who’s throwing them the ball?
CK7 is very capable…
i thought cp7 opt out.
jeremy navarro:
CK7 has not opted-out so far. Furthermore Shanahan and Lynch have left the door open without any commitments(latest report).
this says other wise 49ers GM John Lynch says that he would have released Colin Kaepernick had he not opted out (Twitter link via SiriusXM). so where you get he hasnt opt put
jeremy navarro:
You are correct señor! You got me. I was relying on bleacherreport which in turn guided me to a sportsline report dated yesterday PM.
Back to bleacherreport it seems that Lynch will not go after Cousins because of the pricey contract + reluctant to give-up two first rounders.
Finally what do you think of the Niners going ALL out after USC QB Sam Darnold(best CFB QB)? Did you watch him against Penn State in the Rose Bowl?
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didnt really watch much college football from what i heard the usc QB a beast and idk if the 49ers would be able to get him next year. i have a feeling the 49ers will be much improve. i dont think they want to wait on getting a QB for the future.
Wasn’t that kid just a Freshman? If so, it will take a couple more years to get drafted.
jeremy navarro:
IMHO the Niners should go after D/OL players during the draft. If they decide to go after a CFB QB I hope they draft a 4th rounder not earlier. BTW check around and see if anybody you know recorded the 2017 Rose Bowl USC VS Penn State.
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Polish Hammer:
Yes, USC QB Sam Darnold was a redshirt freshman. He’ll be a 2017 sophomore. According to NFL draft rules he can declare for the draft as an underclassman. USC already got Jack Sears enrolled to take over in 2018.
That would be insane! Lol. One CA dream right? Lol. I think Jackson will end up with the Rams but I think the Eagles and Bucs have a old chance also. I think the 9ers are going to go after Garçon and Jefferey and I wouldn’t be surprised if they got one or both of them. Something tells me that the Packers will make space for Marshall and he will probably take less money for a shot at a ring. He’s praised Rodgers before so to me that move makes a lot of sense Garçon, T Smith and Jeffery would be a damn good 3 WR set also for the 9ers and with Hyde in the back field if they can find a QB that would make for a a really good offense and I think Lynch will be able to fix the defense because that’s what he knows best with all the draft picks and cap space they have thei should be able to improve a lot this year and even more next year.
*they should be able
Damn fat thumbs don’t do good when I’m trying to text fast lol
That’d be a huge mismanagement of resources to give at least two huge contracts (Jeffrey and Jackson, with Marshall being a wild card; I could see someone paying him and I could also see him only getting one or two year deals) to free agent wide receivers. And as @djtommyaces said, who is throwing them the ball? Cousins might not even leave Washington, Marshall probably doesn’t want to play with Cutler, and almost every other QB out there is basically average or unproven.
I would really like to see Pittsburgh sign him. Team him up with Brown, Bell, Ben, and Bryant and that offense would be unstoppable.
if he wants to have a chance at winning he takes a few MIL and head to new England. Assuming they would give him a few MIL. Imagine what Brady could do for him
Throw him a deflated football? Lol…sorry someone was going to say it.
That would be nasty
I don’t think he would want a stoop to cheating to win a SB!
Better than playing for a team going nowhere and hasn’t won a Super Bowl in over 40 years…
Dallas please!!!!
Dallas need money for defense: CB, DE.
If he wasn’t looking for a huge multi year contract I would love him to come to the Giants. Giants need a veteran big bodied WR to team opposite OBJ and Shepherd. He would possibly end his playoff drought, he’d finally play with a better QB then he’s had recently, he wouldn’t have to uproot his family since the Jets and Giants play in the same stadium. Plus he would still be in New York to do his Showtime gig without having to travel.
Sounds like a win-win.
This guy is delusional and truly believes he is an elite WR. Even in his prime he wasn’t. But to his credit, look at the QBs he had to play with… all garbage. He could be a good value signing for some one in need of a WR. Maybe a team that’s close but looking to add 1 more weapon? Like GB, PIT, SEA, BAL?
he should go back to chicago
Baltimore doesn’t have an elite qb, why would that even be on the list there?
Look at the OP’s username. I’ll assume that’s why Baltimore is there.
Big Game Joe Flacco! The prime time passer.
He was an elite receiver, especially considering who was throwing him the ball. You don’t get multiple seasons of 100 plus receptions and over 1,000 yards without being an extremely good, if not elite, receiver. And if I’m not mistaken, he’s also set the record for most receptions in a game. Again, another thing you don’t achieve without being an elite receiver.
He’s not. He’s washed up.
Yeah currently, he’s a solid wide receiver. I agree he’s not an elite receiver anymore but he’s still a good threat. My point, and contrary to your’s, was that in his prime he was an elite receiver. I mean there are no numbers to suggest that he wasn’t elite during his best (aka prime) years.
God, Marshall is one of the best receivers in the game when his head is screwed on tight. I like what he did in New York the last couple of years. Wonder if he would consider the Chargers to play on the opposite side of Keenan Allen and have Philip Rivers throwing him the ball.
I think the Chargers are pretty set at WR unless Marshall wants to play for really cheap. Considering Keenan Allen comes back healthy though, the breakout year Tyrell Williams had, Travis Benjamin as the burner, I think it’s more likely you’ll see the Chargers trust the progress Inman made and see if Stevie Williams has anything left in the tank. Add in Henry and Gates at TE and I think you’ll see it’s clear that WR is probably the one position on the team that doesn’t need to be addressed in FA
if the 49ers can get a decent QB i wouldnt mind marshall on the 49ers. 49ers could use all the WRs they can get
No one has mentioned it but the Titans need a WR as much as anyone and have tons of cap room. If they don’t trade for Cook, Marshall or Jeffreys have a really good chance of going to them, they are really only a good receiver away from having a great offense. Their 2 draft picks could shore up the secondary or sign the CB from Texans (whose family lives in Tennessee) They could be scary next year and very close to playoff contention with a very young team.
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And now he’s going to the Giants?
Jets are stupid
I mean that was a well-known fact even before they released Marshall.
PATRIOTS NEED TO JUMP ON THIS
Please oh please oh PLEASE sign Brendon Marshall, GOAT Bill!