Showing posts with label Nick Mangold. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Nick Mangold. Show all posts
Wednesday, April 20, 2016
Gang Green show support for Blueshirts at MSG
There’s a lot of uncertainty surrounding the New York Jets at the moment, but one thing is very certain — they, like us, love some playoff hockey.
Per the New York Post, some members of the Gang Green offense attended Game 3 of the New York Rangers – Pittsburgh Penguins series at Madison Square Garden Tuesday, heckling the Pens’ bench to the point they were warned by the security team to tone it down.
The hometown support was all for not, unfortunately, as the Blueshirts lost the game, 3-1, and are now down 2-1 in the series.
Thursday, November 5, 2015
Mangold practices but still has 'little more' to do to play
For a team struggling with as many injuries at quarterback as the New York Jets, getting your starting center back on the field is nothing short of a godsend.
But while former Pro Bowler Nick Mangold was able to practice for the first time Thursday since suffering a neck injury in Week 7, his status for Sunday's game against the Jaguars is anything but a sure thing.
"[I'm] encouraged to see him out there, but he still has to do a little more," coach Todd Bowles said Thursday via ESPN.com.
Mangold, on the other hand, was far more confident about his chances of playing, saying "I sure plan on it."
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Tuesday, October 27, 2015
Neck injury a 'scary moment' for Nick Mangold
New York Jets center Nick Mangold was barely moving with a minute to go Sunday afternoon against the New England Patriots, laying on his stomach after colliding with linebacker Jamie Collins.
It didn't look good. But the reliable center soon made it to the locker room underwent multiple tests on an apparent neck injury, and fortunately, they came back negative.
Jets coach Todd Bowles shared the good news Monday, and Tuesday, Mangold made an appearance on social media.
"Thanks for all the thoughts, prayers & well wishes," Mangold tweeted. "It was a scary moment and I appreciate the support."
"Thanks for all the thoughts, prayers & well wishes," Mangold tweeted. "It was a scary moment and I appreciate the support."
Mangold's status is uncertain, but given that the injury ultimately wasn't serious and that he's a regular ironman (having missed just three games in nearly 10 seasons), he may make a quick return.
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Wednesday, September 18, 2013
Aqib Talib says Nick Mangold's hit wasn't dirty
BY NICK ST. DENIS
Well, this should settle it. Maybe.
A scuffle broke out between the New York Jets and New England Patriots last Thursday night after Jets center Nick Mangold attempted to knock Patriots cornerback Aqib Talib out of bounds following Talib's game-sealing interception.
Mangold dove at Talib and ended up rolling into Talib's ankles after Talib did a last-second spin move into the sideline.
Well, this should settle it. Maybe.
A scuffle broke out between the New York Jets and New England Patriots last Thursday night after Jets center Nick Mangold attempted to knock Patriots cornerback Aqib Talib out of bounds following Talib's game-sealing interception.
Mangold dove at Talib and ended up rolling into Talib's ankles after Talib did a last-second spin move into the sideline.
Sunday, September 15, 2013
Report: No suspensions for Jets-Pats scuffle
BY NICK ST. DENIS
The New York Jets and New England Patriots got into a little scuffle at the conclusion of their Thursday night bout.
As Patriots cornerback Aqib Talib returned the game-sealing interception, Jets center Nick Mangold went at Talib's legs to make a tackle. Talib did a little spin move out of bounds, and Mangold ended up rolling into Talib's ankles.
That prompted some Patriots players to confront Mangold, which prompted Mangold and some other Jets players to confront some Patriots players.
The New York Jets and New England Patriots got into a little scuffle at the conclusion of their Thursday night bout.
As Patriots cornerback Aqib Talib returned the game-sealing interception, Jets center Nick Mangold went at Talib's legs to make a tackle. Talib did a little spin move out of bounds, and Mangold ended up rolling into Talib's ankles.
That prompted some Patriots players to confront Mangold, which prompted Mangold and some other Jets players to confront some Patriots players.
Friday, October 19, 2012
Wilfork says Mangold is the best center in the NFL
BY NICK ST. DENIS
Let the love fest continue.
New England Patriots and New York Jets coaches and players have spent the entire week trying to out-compliment the other's team, and after Jets coach Rex Ryan and quarterback Mark Sanchez talked up Patriots defensive tackle Vince Wilfork Wednesday, Wilfork returned the favor Thursday.
The four-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman said he believes four-time Pro Bowler Nick Mangold of the Jets is the best center in the NFL. The pair will square off Sunday in Foxborough.
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Jets sending a familiar trio to Hawaii for Pro Bowl
BY NICK ST. DENIS
Darrelle Revis, Nick Mangold and D'Brickashaw Ferguson punched their tickets to Hawaii -- again.
The trio made the Pro Bowl together for the third straight year, and Revis and Mangold will be going for the fourth time in as many seasons.
Darrelle Revis, Nick Mangold and D'Brickashaw Ferguson punched their tickets to Hawaii -- again.
The trio made the Pro Bowl together for the third straight year, and Revis and Mangold will be going for the fourth time in as many seasons.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Mangold's return big as Jets try to rebound
Center Nick Mangold’s return to the New York Jets’ lineup has been big.
In fact, according to quarterback Mark Sanchez, “It’s huge.”
Mangold made his first start since Week 2 a week and a half ago in a loss to the New England Patriots, and Mangold, who is still recovering from a high ankle sprain, started again in the Jets' Monday night victory over the Miami Dolphins.
“That’s a tough guy,” Sanchez told reporters Monday. “He’s working and he’s taking the reps in practice. A lot of guys would just sit out practice and try to make it work Sunday, but he knows how important it is for the timing and stuff.
“… I can’t say enough about him. So I’m just proud of his effort all week. That guy’s in there, that guy’s at the facility — practically sleeps there.”
During his time away from the field, Mangold’s absence was especially felt in the Jets’ embarrassing offensive showing against the Baltimore Ravens Week 4 when Sanchez was strip-sacked twice, both for touchdowns. With Colin Baxter filling in for Mangold, Sanchez was hit on a plethora of dropbacks and looked lost, forcing throws early.
The Jets also averaged only two yards a rush. Sanchez was sacked four times the week before in a loss to the Oakland Raiders.
The offensive line upped its level of play against the Patriots and Dolphins, however, opening up holes for running back Shonn Greene and giving Sanchez and his receivers enough time to see plays fully develop.
The improvement was a direct result of Mangold’s presence, as he plays the role of a second quarterback at the line of scrimmage in reading what’s coming from the defense and communicating it to the rest of the line.
“He’s a calming presence I think, especially at the line of scrimmage,” Sanchez said.
“He’s not a vocal guy, but he keeps things light when we need to,” Sanchez said. “During timeouts and stuff we have a good time. It’s funny, just to look at him and see that beard coming through his facemask and all that.”
With Mangold's impact on the Jets' offense, it's no wonder Sanchez prefers that beard remain on the field.
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In fact, according to quarterback Mark Sanchez, “It’s huge.”
Mangold made his first start since Week 2 a week and a half ago in a loss to the New England Patriots, and Mangold, who is still recovering from a high ankle sprain, started again in the Jets' Monday night victory over the Miami Dolphins.
“That’s a tough guy,” Sanchez told reporters Monday. “He’s working and he’s taking the reps in practice. A lot of guys would just sit out practice and try to make it work Sunday, but he knows how important it is for the timing and stuff.
“… I can’t say enough about him. So I’m just proud of his effort all week. That guy’s in there, that guy’s at the facility — practically sleeps there.”
During his time away from the field, Mangold’s absence was especially felt in the Jets’ embarrassing offensive showing against the Baltimore Ravens Week 4 when Sanchez was strip-sacked twice, both for touchdowns. With Colin Baxter filling in for Mangold, Sanchez was hit on a plethora of dropbacks and looked lost, forcing throws early.
The Jets also averaged only two yards a rush. Sanchez was sacked four times the week before in a loss to the Oakland Raiders.
The offensive line upped its level of play against the Patriots and Dolphins, however, opening up holes for running back Shonn Greene and giving Sanchez and his receivers enough time to see plays fully develop.
The improvement was a direct result of Mangold’s presence, as he plays the role of a second quarterback at the line of scrimmage in reading what’s coming from the defense and communicating it to the rest of the line.
“He’s a calming presence I think, especially at the line of scrimmage,” Sanchez said.
Not to mention, he’s a really, really good blocker. Sanchez added that Mangold is also good for a laugh on the field.
“He’s not a vocal guy, but he keeps things light when we need to,” Sanchez said. “During timeouts and stuff we have a good time. It’s funny, just to look at him and see that beard coming through his facemask and all that.”
With Mangold's impact on the Jets' offense, it's no wonder Sanchez prefers that beard remain on the field.
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Monday, October 10, 2011
Faint silver lining in Jets' 3rd straight loss
The New York Jets just lost their third straight game, fell multiple games behind two teams in the division and again failed to oust the New England Patriots in Foxborough in the regular season.
Simply put, they’re not in a good spot.
The Jets’ loss to the Patriots Sunday, however, was a small step in the right direction for a team that is trying to regain its pride after an embarrassing offensive showing in Week 4 against the Baltimore Ravens.
Mangold return an obvious bright spot
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Simply put, they’re not in a good spot.
The Jets’ loss to the Patriots Sunday, however, was a small step in the right direction for a team that is trying to regain its pride after an embarrassing offensive showing in Week 4 against the Baltimore Ravens.
Mangold return an obvious bright spot
New York finally got a little something going with the rushing attack (sure, anything would be an improvement), even while having to play from behind nearly the entire game. The return of Nick Mangold at center helped the offensive line open up some holes for running back Shonn Greene, as Greene picked up 83 yards and a touchdown on 21 carries.
The running game wasn’t great from a numbers standpoint, but anyone watching could see signs of an improved ground attack. The Jets had to be encouraged.
Keeping Mark Sanchez’s pass-attempt total under 30 was important, as well. He completed 16 passes for 166 yards and two scores. And the biggest stat? No interceptions. Not to say that the passing game was better than average against what was supposed to be a very poor pass defense, but the pass-run ratio was an improvement for New York, which is trying to get back to its bread and butter.
Sanchez also got sacked only twice Sunday, which was a sign that having Mangold back clearly makes a difference in communication up front.
D finds a little pass rush, still giving up big yards
The running game wasn’t great from a numbers standpoint, but anyone watching could see signs of an improved ground attack. The Jets had to be encouraged.
Keeping Mark Sanchez’s pass-attempt total under 30 was important, as well. He completed 16 passes for 166 yards and two scores. And the biggest stat? No interceptions. Not to say that the passing game was better than average against what was supposed to be a very poor pass defense, but the pass-run ratio was an improvement for New York, which is trying to get back to its bread and butter.
Sanchez also got sacked only twice Sunday, which was a sign that having Mangold back clearly makes a difference in communication up front.
D finds a little pass rush, still giving up big yards
The Jets’ pass rush busted through (or mostly around) a pass-protection unit that has been stout in keeping Tom Brady’s jersey clean. Jamaal Westerman put a little more hope into the front-seven’s chances without Bryan Thomas, as he got to Brady twice. David Harris and Ropati Pitoitua also recorded sacks for the Jets.
Defensive penalties killed the Jets and kept drives alive, and a couple big chunks of yardage on pass plays helped Brady to a 321-yard day, though New York held him to a single touchdown and an interception.
New York’s run defense is still a cause for concern and was subpar again, giving up 136 yards and two touchdowns to BenJarvis Green-Ellis alone.
Defensive penalties killed the Jets and kept drives alive, and a couple big chunks of yardage on pass plays helped Brady to a 321-yard day, though New York held him to a single touchdown and an interception.
New York’s run defense is still a cause for concern and was subpar again, giving up 136 yards and two touchdowns to BenJarvis Green-Ellis alone.
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Friday, September 30, 2011
Mangold a 'legitimate gametime' decision
New York Jets center Nick Mangold is still recovering from a high ankle sprain that has sidelined him since the beginning of the Jets’ Week 2 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Jets coach Rex Ryan said Mangold did partake in some reps during Friday’s practice, but he was limited and is listed as questionable heading into New York’s Week 4 bout with the Baltimore Ravens (2-1).
“I think if today was the game, I would say no,” Ryan said during his Friday presser about the odds Mangold suits up this weekend. “But, the fact it’s a Sunday night game may help the process. … He’s a legitimate gametime (decision). Not one of those you-really-know-what’s-going-to-happen-and-say-he’s-gametime. He literally is gametime.”
The Jets (2-1) could really use the All-Pro lineman’s services Sunday with a premier defensive tackle in Haloti Ngata lining up at Baltimore’s defensive front. If Mangold can’t go, Colin Baxter will get his second straight start snapping to quarterback Mark Sanchez.
"I think, for Mangold, he wants to compete against the best, obviously, and Haloti is the best," Ryan said. "He’s trying to do what he can to get ready. He’s been doing that. I think as competitive as Nick is, he’d like that opportunity. … We’ll make the best decision for the team, obviously.”
If Ryan were in Mangold’s position, he would just assume sit this one out, as Ryan knows what kind of disruptive force Ngata is from Ryan’s tenure as defensive coach with the Ravens.
“If it was me, I’d be like, ‘No, my hamstring is killing me.’" Ryan joked. "‘Well, I thought it was your ankle?’ ‘No, it’s my hamstring, ankle, shoulder, everything.’”
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Jets coach Rex Ryan said Mangold did partake in some reps during Friday’s practice, but he was limited and is listed as questionable heading into New York’s Week 4 bout with the Baltimore Ravens (2-1).
“I think if today was the game, I would say no,” Ryan said during his Friday presser about the odds Mangold suits up this weekend. “But, the fact it’s a Sunday night game may help the process. … He’s a legitimate gametime (decision). Not one of those you-really-know-what’s-going-to-happen-and-say-he’s-gametime. He literally is gametime.”
The Jets (2-1) could really use the All-Pro lineman’s services Sunday with a premier defensive tackle in Haloti Ngata lining up at Baltimore’s defensive front. If Mangold can’t go, Colin Baxter will get his second straight start snapping to quarterback Mark Sanchez.
"I think, for Mangold, he wants to compete against the best, obviously, and Haloti is the best," Ryan said. "He’s trying to do what he can to get ready. He’s been doing that. I think as competitive as Nick is, he’d like that opportunity. … We’ll make the best decision for the team, obviously.”
If Ryan were in Mangold’s position, he would just assume sit this one out, as Ryan knows what kind of disruptive force Ngata is from Ryan’s tenure as defensive coach with the Ravens.
“If it was me, I’d be like, ‘No, my hamstring is killing me.’" Ryan joked. "‘Well, I thought it was your ankle?’ ‘No, it’s my hamstring, ankle, shoulder, everything.’”
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Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Signs point to Baxter at center Sunday, MRI shows high ankle sprain for Jets' Mangold
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At least Baxter sort of looks the part.
Jets coach Rex Ryan didn’t seem too optimistic Monday about getting back his elite center this week for the team’s road game against the Oakland Raiders Sunday. Mangold acquired a high ankle sprain last Sunday in the Jets’ 32-3 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars.
“I don’t think it looks very good as far as playing this week,” Ryan said during his Monday press conference. “But with that being said, he thinks he can go. ... He’s a tough guy, but the trainers will always do what’s in the best interest of the player and we’ll never put a guy out there that shouldn’t be out there. With that said, I think it’s iffy whether he plays or not, with all due respect to Nick. There’s where we are on that.”
Baxter, a rookie, was undrafted but picked up by the San Diego Chargers before the season. The Jets scooped him up when San Diego released him on Sept. 3. In college, Baxter was a four-year starter for Arizona.
He took Mangold’s place Sunday and was serviceable, though quarterback Mark Sanchez was running for his life on a handful of snaps, which was proven in the stats by his 29 yards rushing and four quarterback hits. The Jets' offensive line has struggled through two games, Baxter or no Baxter.
“I think Baxter did a great job in that game, considering he got thrown in there, I’m sure he was a little nervous,” Ryan said. “You kind of get thrown to the wolves there, but he played three-quarters of the game, had a couple mental mistakes, snapped the ball early that one time, but I was proud of the way he jumped in there. And we’ll always say, whether it’s Nick or Baxter or whoever, we go on and there’s no excuses.”
The Jets will be up against a tough defensive-line interior of the Raiders led by Richard Seymour, though New York is probably more concerned with having Mangold back by Week 5, where he’ll be matched up against the New England Patriots’ big boys in Vince Wilfork and Albert Haynesworth.
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