Andy Vasquez

New Jersey, New York

Sports Reporter at NJ.com

Covering the NY Jets for NJ Advance Media (the Star-Ledger and https://t.co/7zUaNUFbga). Detroit born. UCF alum. OK golfer. https://t.co/b3ISs1caCh

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Articles

Jets rookie could be X-factor in unexpected role

4 days ago | silive.com | Andy Vasquez

The Jets knew they were getting a guy who could make defenses pay every time he touches the ball when they selected Georgia receiver Arian Smith in the fourth round of the NFL Draft. And they knew Smith had the potential to be a game changer on special teams, where his speed and tenacity would allow him to contribute, independent of his struggles catching the ball in his final year at Georgia.
Jets rookie could be X-factor in unexpected role

4 days ago | nj.com | Andy Vasquez

The Jets knew they were getting a guy who could make defenses pay every time he touches the ball when they selected Georgia receiver Arian Smith in the fourth round of the NFL Draft. And they knew Smith had the potential to be a game changer on special teams, where his speed and tenacity would allow him to contribute, independent of his struggles catching the ball in his final year at Georgia.
Jets’ star due for historic breakout? This big-time analyst thinks so

1 week ago | nj.com | Andy Vasquez

It’s a new era for the Jets, filled with countless questions about how they’ll actually look under new coach Aaron Glenn. And one of the biggest question marks is how the offense will perform with new quarterback Justin Fields under the direction of new playcaller Tanner Engstrand. Well, one prominent analyst believes the offense is headed for big things under Fields, Engstrand, and top weapon Garrett Wilson.
Jets star admits ‘immature’ mistake out of ‘frustration’ with years of losing

2 weeks ago | nj.com | Andy Vasquez

It hasn’t been easy to be optimistic about the Jets in recent years, even for the men trying to change their losing ways. And there’s no better example than what happened on the afternoon of the Super Bowl, when it was first reported that new Jets coach Aaron Glenn and GM Darren Mougey planned to move on from quarterback Aaron Rodgers before their first season.
Jets’ Garrett Wilson sends strong message about future plans

2 weeks ago | nj.com | Andy Vasquez

Jets receiver Garrett Wilson isn’t good at hiding his frustration. He hasn’t ben able to hide it through his first three seasons of losing in a Jets uniform, on the field or in postgame interview sessions. And Wilson’s obvious consternation – with the losing and lack of offensive consistency – combined with the Jets’ offseason reboot, has convinced many that Wilson might be looking for a way out heading into 2025.
Jets OTAs: 3 things to watch for as Aaron Glenn, Justin Fields get ready for Year 1

2 weeks ago | nj.com | Andy Vasquez

There has been a lot of talk about how different the Jets will be in their first year under new coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey. Now, it’s finally time to see what it looks like on the practice field. Well, kind of. The Jets began Phase 3 of the NFL offseason program this week, which means it’s time for organized team activities (OTAs) and Wednesday will be the first full-team practice under Glenn where reporters are present. We use the word “practice” lightly.
Jets’ best remaining free agent options: Not too late to add this weapon?

2 weeks ago | nj.com | Andy Vasquez

The first Jets offseason under new coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey is essentially complete. But even after the NFL Draft and the first (several) waves of free agency, and the schedule release, there are still some pretty intriguing options available to upgrade the roster. Should the Jets some proven veterans? Absolutely, especially at positions like wide receiver or edge rusher where they have major question marks beyond just depth.
Jets cut another veteran starter | Who will replace him?

3 weeks ago | nj.com | Andy Vasquez

The only thing surprising about the Jets decision to move on from kicker Greg Zuerlein, is that it didn’t happen sooner. The Jets announced Friday they cut the veteran who in 2022 put an end to the team’s years-long run on the kicker carousel. And now the only other two kickers on the roster, veteran Anders Carlson and undrafted rookie Caden Davis, out of Texas A&M, will battle in training camp to replace him.
Former Jets star turned villain lobbying for return. Could/should it ever happen?

3 weeks ago | nj.com | Andy Vasquez

Jamal Adams, one of the most polarizing players in Jets history, is on a Jets redemption tour of sorts. It has been nearly six years since Adams, who was the Jets’ biggest star and most beloved player, became one of the most hated players in franchise history for admitting he didn’t believe in the future the team was building and forced his way out of town by publicly criticizing nearly everyone in the building.
Jets schedule 2025: Game-by-game predictions | Can Aaron Glenn turn things around in Year 1?

3 weeks ago | nj.com | Andy Vasquez

The Jets have been bad for a long time. And it’s probably a little unreasonable to think that new coach new coach Aaron Glenn and new general manager Darren Mougey can turn it around immediately, even if they have already shown signs that they do things differently than their predecessors. The Jets have given up more talent than they’ve gained since the start of the offseason.