Khalil Mack or 20 new players? Maybe Gruden knew something after all – Oakland Raiders Blog

ALAMEDA, Calif. — Looking for the catalyst of the Oakland Raiders’ massive haul this offseason, a spree in which they landed 20 new players and re-signed 12 of their own while doling out almost $110 million in guaranteed money to four players?

Coach Jon Gruden has an inkling, even if, as he says, it pains him and Khalil Mack fans to say it. Yes, the trade of the All-Pro edge rusher on Sept. 1 in…

Jets’ historic spending spree ($122 million!) raises pressure on GM – New York Jets Blog

A look at what’s happening around the New York Jets:

1. Bo$$ Jet:CEO Christopher Johnson, who speaks to the media three or four times a year, is expected to sit down with reporters at the NFL owners meetings, which begin Sunday in Phoenix. The Jets are having a historic offseason in terms of spending, so he undoubtedly will be asked if his expectations have risen as much as the payroll. In…

Todd Haley: Le’Veon Bell’s unique style will require patience from Jets – New York Jets Blog

Hit it! Hit it! Hit it!

The words reverberated in Todd Haley’s headset as he stood on the Pittsburgh Steelers’ sideline for the 2014 opener. The anxious voice in his ear belonged to Pro Football Hall of Famer Mike Munchak, the offensive line coach. New to the staff, Munchak wasn’t accustomed to Le’Veon Bell’s deliberate running style, which tested his patience and led to some early outbursts…

Reasons for Jets’ $100 million spree: Timing, need and desperation – New York Jets Blog

The New York Jets charged into NFL free agency and secured two blue-chip players within a 24-hour period — a dynamic quarterback helper (Le’Veon Bell) and a quarterback for the defense (C.J. Mosley). The Jets are crushing it, sparking the familiar question that surfaces every March:

Can a team buy a Lombardi Trophy?

History says no, but free agency can make a bad team better and restore it to…