New York Jets

Tebow, Sanchez 'Excited' to be Teammates
By Russell Oliver
March 27, 2012 - 9:30am
Though this might be the start of a quarterback controversy in New York, both players are optimistic

Is the Big Apple big enough for two celebrity quarterbacks?

Sure, you've got Eli Manning of the New York Giants and Mark Sanchez of the New York Jets. They've shared the Broadway spotlight just fine.

Enter Tim Tebow.

In a recent deal penned between the Denver Broncos, Tebow's old team, and the New York Jets, Tebow-mania is coming down from the Rockies and heading east into the media hub of America.

Tomlinson looks to return
By Shane M Phillips
March 1, 2011 - 1:23pm
New York Jets plan to bring back running back LaDainian Tomlinson next season.

According to ESPN and NFL sources, the New York Jets plan to bring back veteran running back LaDainian Tomlinson for the final year of his contract. Tomlinson turns 32 in June but the Jets want to continue to use the 3 RBs in their backfield (Tomlinson, Shonn Greene, and Joe Mcknight).

Vikings Lose, Favre Investigated
By Dave Holcomb
October 12, 2010 - 4:59pm
NFL Investigating Allegations Against QB Brett Favre

The NFL has continued its investigation into the allegations that Brett Favre sent inappropriate messages and photos to a former New York Jets employee, Jenn Sterger according to ESPN. Sterger's manager released a statement saying that the proper resolution to the situation is more important to her client than dealing with it quickly.

"This is something that allegedly happened two years ago. We don't want a quick resolution, but the proper resolution," said Sterger's manager, Phil Reese.

More allegations of unwanted advances by Brett Favre
By Kevin Barry
October 11, 2010 - 1:39pm
With one investigation already underway into allegations that Vikings Quarterback Brett Favre sent inappropriate text messages to a former New York Jets employee, another former Jets employee steps forward with new accusations.

A former New York Jets female masseuse came forward with a separate incident in which ex-Jets quarterback Brett Favre sent her inappropriate messages and left harassing voicemails according to The Post-Standard. The new allegations come just a week after the NFL “fast-tracked” the investigation into Favre’s alleged misconduct regarding another former Jets employee.

Weight not only and issue for young adults, but for national security
By Alexandra Leogrande
April 20, 2010 - 11:09pm
Plus, Jason Taylor signs with the NY Jets and SU's Chris Daniello wins more awards for lacrosse.

More young adults are unable to meet requirements to join the military, creating a potential threat to national security, said a group of retired armed forces. CNN reports according to Mission: Readiness, about 27 percent of young adults are medically ineligible for the military.

New York State gives OK to build natural gas pipeline
By Braedan Ritter
April 1, 2010 - 4:48pm
Plus, new fuel economy standards are set for vehicles and the New York Jets' quarterback says he will be ready by training camp.

The New York State Public Service Commission approved a project that will bring locally extracted natural gas to residents across New York State.

According to the Post-Standard, the construction of an 8.2-mile pipeline between Eaton and Lebanon is expected to begin this fall. The project was pushed back until fall, so farmers along the route could plant and harvest their crops without interruption.

Chilean Mines Reopen
By Katie Siefert
March 1, 2010 - 8:02pm
Plus, Jets running back Thomas Jones will be released and SU and ESF reach an agreement.

Chile reopened its copper mines, closed after Saturday's earthquake, on Monday. There was no serious damage reportedly done to the mines and some were unaffected. A quarter of the top copper producing mines were shut down over the weekend. According to The New York Times, the mines were shut down because of power outages and fear of further disruption.

Toyota suspends production in two U.S. plants
By Alexandra Leogrande
February 16, 2010 - 2:47pm
Plus, SU Basketball fans line up to get tickets for College GameDay and the New York Jets negotiate their return to SUNY Cortland for summer training camp.

Toyota is planning to temporarily shut down production at two U.S. plants, one in Kentucky and another in Texas, according to CNN. After a series of recalls Toyota's sales have been decreasing, and Toyota has decided to adjust production levels of some of its popular models. The Kentucky plant will not produce cars Feb. 26, while the Texas plant will suspend production the week of March 15 and in mid April.

Public opinion shifts in favor of health care overhaul
By Danny Fersh
October 7, 2009 - 2:43pm
New poll shows dramatic change in recent weeks

According to the latest Associated Press – GfK poll, the American public is split evenly – with 40% in favor and 40% opposed – on federal health care legislation. 

This comes just weeks after a September poll reported that 49% of Americans opposed congressional health care proposals while just 34% supported them.