Jermaine Johnson Secures His Stay with the Jets
New York Jets defensive end Jermaine Johnson has cleared up any doubts about his future with the team. Amid rumors of possible trades, Johnson has expressed his desire to stay in New York. Johnson revealed that he received “clarity” from the team’s management, confirming his position within the organization.On Wednesday, Johnson shared a GIF from the movie “The Wolf of Wall Street”, using an iconic phrase that reflected his stance.Rumors of transfers are common for teams going through difficulties, and the Jets, with a 0-7 start to the season, are no exception. This is one of the worst starts in franchise history, being the only winless team in the NFL. Jermaine Johnson, selected in the first round of the 2022 draft, is under contract until 2026. Despite missing the last 15 games of last season due to a ruptured Achilles tendon, the team exercised his fifth-year option, guaranteeing 13.4 million dollars. The Jets’ other two first-round picks in 2022, cornerback Sauce Gardner and wide receiver Garrett Wilson, have already secured long-term extensions. Johnson, 26, is one of the Jets’ most outstanding defensive players. In 2023, he achieved his personal record of 7.5 sacks and was called to the Pro Bowl as an injury replacement. Although he missed three games this season due to an ankle injury, his return two weeks ago boosted the defense, and the Jets have allowed only 26 points in the last two games.They definitely want me here, and I want to stay here. That’s understood. Hence the tweet.
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