New York Jets receive: LG Fred Weary (74 OV)
Houston Texans receive: QB Brooks Bollinger (73 OV)
Chris Mortensen's Analysis
This looks like a fair, low-profile trade that helps both teams as well as both players. Bollinger was sitting at 4th on the Jets' depth chart behind Pennington, Clemens, and Ramsey. In Houston, he could very well be the backup to David Carr at the start of the season, although Sage Rosenfels may have something to say about that. But he'll also have the opportunity to learn from Gary Kubiak, who is one of the brightest offensive minds in the game. If I'm Brooks Bollinger, I'm ecstatic about this change of scene. The Texans should be happy too, as they received some much needed depth at the QB position.
From New York's point of view, they traded away a fringe player and acquired a solid contributor. The Jets truly needed some help at guard, because behind the starters, they had only Isaac Snell (68 OV) and Steve Morley (64 OV) as their backups. Weary will instantly become the primary backup for both of New York's guards.
Overall, Brooks Bollinger is the real winner here, but both teams should be happy, as everybody filled a depth need. It's not the sexiest trade of the year, but it's a good, solid move that'll pay off in the long run.
Game Analysis
This looks like a fair, low-profile trade that helps both teams as well as both players. Bollinger was sitting at 4th on the Jets' depth chart behind Pennington, Clemens, and Ramsey. In Houston, he could very well be the backup to David Carr at the start of the season, although Sage Rosenfels may have something to say about that. But he'll also have the opportunity to learn from Gary Kubiak, who is one of the brightest offensive minds in the game. If I'm Brooks Bollinger, I'm ecstatic about this change of scene. The Texans should be happy too, as they received some much needed depth at the QB position.
From New York's point of view, they traded away a fringe player and acquired a solid contributor. The Jets truly needed some help at guard, because behind the starters, they had only Isaac Snell (68 OV) and Steve Morley (64 OV) as their backups. Weary will instantly become the primary backup for both of New York's guards.
Fast Facts
Team MVP: Victor Hobson, LOLB
Hobson was a playmaker in every sense of the word today, recording a sack and two forced fumbles. The turnovers caused by Hobson resulted in two New York scores, and one -- a hit on TE Chris Cooley at the Jets' 18 yardline -- may have prevented a Washington touchdown.
Who's Hot: Cedric Houston, RB
After leading the team in rushing last week in Tampa Bay, Houston was given a chance to work with the first team offense today, and he made the most of the opportunity by gaining 52 yards on 10 carries and catching 3 passes for another 52 yards. After these two strong performances, Houston appears to have the edge on the starting RB job halfway through the preseason.
Who's Not: Rashad Washington, FS
The backup free safety was directly responsible for both of the Redskins' second half touchdowns. In the 3rd quarter, running back TJ Duckett stiff-armed him en route to a 9 yard TD run. Then, in the 4th, David Patten torched him for a 43-yard score with 59 seconds left in regulation.
Play of the Game
Kellen Clemens' 37 yard touchdown pass to TE Chris Baker was a thing of beauty. With the pocket collapsing around him, he rolled out to his left, and then, throwing across his body, lofted a deep pass over the head of Redskin LB Warrick Holdman for the score.
Scoring Summary
1st Quarter
NYJ | 12 yard pass from Pennington to Cotchery (PAT) - 5:22 (7-0 NYJ)
NYJ | 12 yard pass from Pennington to Cotchery (PAT) - 5:22 (7-0 NYJ)
NYJ | 12 yard pass from Pennington to Cotchery (PAT) - 5:22 (7-0 NYJ)
2nd Quarter
NYJ | 12 yard pass from Pennington to Cotchery (PAT) - 5:22 (7-0 NYJ)
NYJ | 12 yard pass from Pennington to Cotchery (PAT) - 5:22 (7-0 NYJ)
NYJ | 12 yard pass from Pennington to Cotchery (PAT) - 5:22 (7-0 NYJ)
3rd Quarter
NYJ | 12 yard pass from Pennington to Cotchery (PAT) - 5:22 (7-0 NYJ)
NYJ | 12 yard pass from Pennington to Cotchery (PAT) - 5:22 (7-0 NYJ)
NYJ | 12 yard pass from Pennington to Cotchery (PAT) - 5:22 (7-0 NYJ)
4th Quarter
NYJ | 12 yard pass from Pennington to Cotchery (PAT) - 5:22 (7-0 NYJ)
NYJ | 12 yard pass from Pennington to Cotchery (PAT) - 5:22 (7-0 NYJ)
NYJ | 12 yard pass from Pennington to Cotchery (PAT) - 5:22 (7-0 NYJ)
Final Score: Jets 26, Redskins 21
Stat Leaders
Passing Leaders
WAS Jason Campbell: 16-24 / 304 yds / 2 TDs / 1 INT
WAS Mark Brunell: 0-1 / 0 yds
NYJ Chad Pennington: 14-25 / 184 yds / 1 TD / 1 INT
NYJ Kellen Clemens: 2-5 / 47 yds / 1 TD
Rushing Leaders
WAS Jason Campbell: 16-24 / 304 yds / 2 TDs / 1 INT
WAS Mark Brunell: 0-1 / 0 yds
NYJ Chad Pennington: 14-25 / 184 yds / 1 TD / 1 INT
NYJ Kellen Clemens: 2-5 / 47 yds / 1 TD
Receiving Leaders
WAS Jason Campbell: 16-24 / 304 yds / 2 TDs / 1 INT
WAS Mark Brunell: 0-1 / 0 yds
NYJ Chad Pennington: 14-25 / 184 yds / 1 TD / 1 INT
NYJ Kellen Clemens: 2-5 / 47 yds / 1 TD
Defense Leaders
WAS Jason Campbell: 16-24 / 304 yds / 2 TDs / 1 INT
WAS Mark Brunell: 0-1 / 0 yds
NYJ Chad Pennington: 14-25 / 184 yds / 1 TD / 1 INT
NYJ Kellen Clemens: 2-5 / 47 yds / 1 TD