For all but the six teams still remaining in the NFL playoffs, it’s time for organizations and their fans to start planning and talking about their off-season and potential targets through the draft and free agency. One common practice among General Managers and Head Coaches is pursuing players with whom they are familiar to fit in to their locker room or scheme.
Jets fans who recall the days of Bill Parcells will likely remember the “Big Tuna” acquiring Dave Meggett, Pepper Johnson and Keith Byars, all players who had played for Parcells in the past with the Giants and Patriots.