We’ve signed WR Josh Doctson

[gmf1369]

The Jets have signed veteran free agent WR Josh Doctson.

Doctson (6'2", 205) was a first-round selection by Washington, No. 22 overall, following the 2016 draft after putting up big numbers his last two seasons at TCU. In three seasons with the Redskins, he played in 33 games (26 starts) and recorded 81 receptions for 1,100 yards (13.6 yards/catch) and 8 touchdowns.

He was a final cut by the 'Skins last September and signed as a free agent with Minnesota after clearing waivers two days later. He was with the Vikings through late November but played in only one game with no catches.

 

[joeuser]

Jets sign former first-round pick Josh Doctson to address receiver position issue

The Jets have signed former Redskins receiver and 2016 first-round draft pick Josh Doctson.

www.espn.com

 

[gmf1369]

some people like this move, I don't this is kicking the tires for someone who being a 1st round pick 3 spots after Darron Lee was cut after three seasons of failure then signed with the Vikings last year to only be placed on IR...

As of right now our receiving core is suspect even with Jamison Crowder... Vyncint Smith and Braxton Berrios jury still out... Josh Bellamy a special team gunner and locker room vet presence all seem positive but adding a what if doesn't improve this scenario...

 

[Gramoah]

some people like this move, I don't this is kicking the tires for someone who being a 1st round pick 3 spots after Darron Lee was cut after three seasons of failure then signed with the Vikings last year to only be placed on IR...

As of right now our receiving core is suspect even with Jamison Crowder... Vyncint Smith and Braxton Berrios jury still out... Josh Bellamy a special team gunner and locker room vet presence all seem positive but adding a what if doesn't improve this scenario...

I agree. He's a low risk tryout to make the roster. He never played at the level he was expected to. He is fairly fast and a big target but the skill set to be a game changing receiver has never materialized. Maybe that will change here but I won't be holding my breath. I would expect to see a lot of moves like this during the off season and camp in an effort to find the talent.