The New York Jets have made significant roster changes ahead of their crucial matchup against the New England Patriots. The team announced three new signings to their active roster that will bolster their lineup as they prepare for the home finale.
Jets Add Three Key Players
On December 27, the Jets confirmed the addition of:
- Wide receiver Quentin Skinner
- Offensive lineman Marquis Hayes
- Defensive back Tre Brown
This move comes in response to placing three players on season-ending injured reserve earlier that week. Notable names in that group included standout pass rusher Will McDonald, defensive tackle Jay Tufele, and rookie linebacker Francisco Mauigoa. These changes opened up three vacancies on the roster, which the Jets have now filled.
Player Profiles
Each new addition adds a unique element to the team’s dynamics:
- Quentin Skinner – Standing at 6 feet 5 inches and weighing 195 pounds, Skinner was signed as an undrafted free agent from Kansas. He displayed his potential during the preseason, leading the Jets with 114 receiving yards. In 38 games at Kansas, he recorded 80 receptions, amassing 1,584 yards and 11 touchdowns.
- Marquis Hayes – At 6 feet 5 inches and 318 pounds, Hayes has been with the Jets since June, initially signed before being relegated to the practice squad. A seventh-round pick by the Arizona Cardinals, he has yet to appear in a regular season game.
- Tre Brown – Joining the Jets’ practice squad on November 11, Brown has provided depth in a secondary shaken by trades and injuries this season. The Oklahoma product had recently been elevated from the practice squad.
Impact on the Team
The addition of Skinner gives the Jets a formidable receiving option, while Hayes offers depth in the offensive line, maintaining the continuity of their starting five throughout the season. Brown enhances the defensive backfield, which has undergone numerous changes over the year.
With these new signings, the Jets aim to reinforce their squad as they head into the final two weeks of the regular season. The impact of these players will be closely monitored as they look to make their mark in the upcoming games.
