Jones...keep or get a haul?

[O.city]

Originally Posted by DJ's left nut

I don't think so, but I wouldn't immediately hang up.

I think he's a better player than Ngakoue with far more upside. But really, he doesn't look like a guy who's recaptured his explosion coming off that injury yet. And you have to question if he ever will.

I mean this year he's kinda looked like Alex Okafor more than a real difference maker. I liked Lawson a lot before he got hurt and a healthy version of him would be a really nice fit here. I just haven't seen anything to this point to think he's that player anymore. And since his whole deal was in salary (no real signing bonus to speak of) he's due a $15 million base salary next year and thus has no real incentive to bargain. I don't see him signing any sort of 'under-valued' deal. He's going to stay on his $15 million or want a premium beyond that figure.

And ultimately, there's a non-zero chance the Jets cut him anyway at that figure. he doesn't have any guarantees left in his deal.

I'd be more intrigued by him as a FA where I can let the market determine his worth and see if it's waters I'm interested in swimming in.

The only way I'd wanna deal a pick is if he were intent on signing a helpful extension. Otherwise, yeah, I'd wait and see.

[DJ's left nut]

Originally Posted by O.city

The only way I'd wanna deal a pick is if he were intent on signing a helpful extension. Otherwise, yeah, I'd wait and see.

If he wanted to sign a deal that gets him nearer to 3/$36 million - sure, I'd do that. But that's why I said I'd probably prefer he get cut.

Because if you're a guy with Lawson's pedigree and past production who's sitting on a $15 million salary in 2023, why would you accept that kind of contract? I think you'd be better served to get cut and test the market.