DENNIS WASZAK Jr.

AP Pro Football Writer
Darnold throws 2 TDs in return, Jets edge Cowboys 24-22
Sam Darnold gave the Jets’ offense a huge boost by throwing two touchdown passes in his return from mononucleosis, and New York held on to beat the Cowboys 24-22 for their first win of the season.
 
Jets’ Darnold eager to play, not worried about taking hits
Sam Darnold will start at quarterback for the New York Jets on Sunday at home against Dallas in his first game since the season opener. A bout with mononucleosis sidelined him for three games after being diagnosed on Sept. 11.
 
Jets’ Darnold focused on making sure ‘I’m not going to die’
Sam Darnold is eager to play in a game again but the New York Jets quarterback is focused on his health and safety before returning to the field.
 
Storylines aplenty as Browns-Jets square off Monday night
The Cleveland Browns and New York Jets are both coming off disappointing opening losses and look to avoid going 0-2 with a Monday night matchup loaded with juicy storylines, surprising twists and a slight hint of desperation. And, it’s only Week 2.
 
Jets’ Darnold out vs. Browns with mono, could miss weeks
New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold has mononucleosis and will miss at least the team’s game against the Cleveland Browns on Monday night. Coach Adam Gase says Trevor Siemian will start in Darnold’s place.
 
Jets DL Shepherd suspended 6 games by NFL for PED violation
New York Jets defensive lineman Nathan Shepherd has been suspended six games by the NFL for violating the league’s policy on performance-enhancers.
 
Allen, Bills overcome 16-point deficit, stun Jets 17-16
Josh Allen threw a 38-yard touchdown pass to John Brown with 3 minutes left, and the Buffalo Bills rallied from a 16-point second-half deficit to stun the New York Jets 17-16 in the season opener.
 
After disappointing season, Trumaine Johnson a key to Jets D
Trumaine Johnson might be the most important New York Jets player not named Sam Darnold, Le’Veon Bell or Jamal Adams. The veteran cornerback is being counted on to anchor a suspect secondary _ and to bounce back from what was a subpar season.
 
Bills, Jets open season with lots of new faces, big changes
The New York Jets made lots of major changes in the offseason. The Buffalo Bills did, too. The AFC East rivals are, of course, looking for much better results this season starting with Sunday’s opening game at MetLife Stadium.
 
Jets waive 3rd-rounder Polite, trade Nickerson to Seahawks
The Jets cut ties with third-round pick Jachai Polite as they got their roster to the 53-man minimum. Polite is a pass rusher from Florida who struggled to make an impact during camp.
 
Brees breezes for TD in only series, Saints top Jets 28-13
Drew Brees threw a 19-yard touchdown pass to Michael Thomas to cap his only drive in his preseason debut and the New Orleans Saints defeated the New York Jets 28-13.
 
AP source: Jets lose LB Williamson for season with torn ACL
A person familiar with the nature of the injury says New York Jets linebacker Avery Williamson has a torn knee ligament that will sideline him for the season.
 
Broadway Joe a fan of Jets’ “respectfully humble” Darnold
Broadway Joe remains the standard for every quarterback to take a snap for the New York Jets. Joe Namath is the face of the franchise even 50-plus years after delivering the team its first and still only Super Bowl victory.
 
Injuries mounting at already-thin cornerback spot for Jets
The New York Jets have quite a conundrum at cornerback. Injuries are piling up at a position that wasn’t very deep to begin with and Adam Gase is relegated to trying to put a positive spin on things rather than simply panic.
 
Jets kicker Catanzaro retires after shaky start to camp
New York Jets kicker Chandler Catanzaro has retired from playing football after a shaky start to training camp. The team signed Taylor Bertolet to replace him.
 
Aussie rugby league star Holmes tackling NFL dream with Jets
Valentine Holmes was a big star in the National Rugby League in Australia. He stunningly left it all behind to try to fulfill a dream of playing American football in the NFL.
 
Jets’ Ryan Kalil needed to scratch ‘the itch’ to play again
Ryan Kalil’s retirement is now officially over. The five-time Pro Bowl center has signed a one-year deal with the New York Jets. Kalil spent 12 NFL seasons with the Carolina Panthers and thought he was done playing.
 
Jets’ Beachum, Montgomery dealing with ankle injuries
New York Jets left tackle Kelvin Beachum and running back/wide receiver Ty Montgomery are each dealing with ankle injuries that could sideline them for a few days. Coach Adam Gase says neither injury appears serious.
 
Jets’ versatile backfield bunch should see plenty of action
The New York Jets will have a busy backfield this season. Le’Veon Bell is the star of the running backs group, but Ty Montgomery and Bilal Powell, and perhaps even Elijah McGuire and Trenton Cannon could all play significant roles in Adam Gase’s offense.
 
Jets’ Bell feels healthy, rested and ready for ‘500 touches’
Le’Veon Bell says he’s feeling rested and healthy after participating in his first training camp practice with the New York Jets. The star running back sat out last season while in a contract dispute with Pittsburgh.
 
QB Josh McCown retires after 16 NFL seasons
Quarterback Josh McCown has announced he is retiring from playing football after an NFL career that spanned 16 NFL seasons and included stints with 10 teams.
 
Blue Jays take son of Roy Halladay on Day 3 of MLB draft
Toronto has selected Florida high school pitcher Braden Halladay, a son of the late Roy Halladay, in the 32nd round of the Major League Baseball draft _ the round matching his father’s Blue Jays uniform number.
 
Trash-talking Bell feels ‘so good’ in Jets practice debut
Le’Veon Bell practiced with the New York Jets for the first time since signing with them in March. The star running back sat out last season in a contract dispute with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
 
Orioles draft Oregon State catcher Rutschman with No. 1 pick
The Baltimore Orioles selected Oregon State switch-hitting catcher Adley Rutschman with the No. 1 pick in the Major League Baseball draft. The announcement at MLB Network studios marked the second time the Orioles led off the draft.
 
Rutschman, Witt, Vaughn lead list of MLB draft prospects
The Baltimore Orioles lead off the Major League Baseball Draft for the first time in 30 years and Oregon State catcher Adley Rutschman is a heavy favorite to be selected No. 1 on Monday night.
 
Jets bolster defense early, but still have key questions
Mike Maccagnan resisted the urge to trade down or make his first pick based solely on need to kick off the New York Jets’ draft weekend.
 
Newly signed Le’Veon Bell feels ‘amazing’ about joining Jets
Le’Veon Bell says he feels “amazing” about becoming a member of the New York Jets and looks forward to doing everything he can to make quarterback Sam Darnold’s life easier on the field.
 
Gase fills out Jets staff with Cooter, Jefferson among hires
New York Jets coach Adam Gase has filled out his staff with several hires. They include Jim Bob Cooter as running backs coach, Shawn Jefferson as assistant head coach-offense/wide receivers and Frank Bush as assistant head coach-defense/inside linebackers.
 
Brady, Goff have massive age gap, but same Super Bowl dream
The wide-eyed, talented Jared Goff will try to lead his Los Angeles Rams past the grizzled, 41-year-old Tom Brady, who is looking to guide the New England Patriots to their sixth Super Bowl victory.
 
Develin is ‘the hammer’ that powers Patriots’ running game
James Develin is one of the few remaining true fullbacks in the NFL whose primary job is to just put his pads down and block. What Develin does isn’t always seen in the game stats for the New England Patriots.
 
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