Santonio Holmes: Tweaks Deal With Jets

Holmes agreed to restructure his contract with the Jets on Tuesday, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports.

Analysis: As a result, Holmes will be on the 2013 roster for the Jets. His fantasy value is a bit uncertain due to his recovery from a Lisfranc foot injury, though.

The Jets would like to restructure Homes' (foot) contract, the Daily News reports.

Analysis: Holmes, who missed the last 12 games of the 2012 season due to a Lisfranc injury, is slated to make $11.25 million in 2013, including $7.5 million guaranteed. It remains to be seen if the salary cap-challenged Jets will be able to tweak Holmes' deal, but the report goes on to add that it's unlikely…read more

Holmes' injury opens doors

The New York Jets made it official Wednesday: Wide receiver Santonio Holmes has been placed on injured reserve with a foot injury and will be out for the season.

Analysis: Stephen Hill, Jeremy Kerley and Chaz Schilens will be relied on to carry the passing game in Holmes absence. Of the three, Schilens is the more experienced and could become QB Mark Sanchez' top target, especially in the short term while Hill deals with injury.

Santonio Holmes: (Foot) Headed for IR

Holmes is headed to IR due to a Lisfranc injury that will require surgery, Manish Mehta of the Daily News reports.

Analysis: Losing Holmes is a devastating blow to a Jets' offense that was shut out by the 49ers in Week 4. His absence will create added opportunities for the likes of Jeremy Kerley, rookie Stephen Hill and Chaz Schilens, along with the speedy Clyde Gates and perhaps down the road, Jason Hill, who the team…read more

Holmes has a lisfranc injury and is very likely to miss the rest of the season, Jason Cole of Yahoo! Sports reports.

Analysis: This adds to earlier reports that Holmes' injury is feared to be season-ending. The Yahoo! Sports report says doctors are still examining Holmes' MRI before determining the next course of action. It doesn't sound like he'll be back on the field soon in any scenario.

Santonio Holmes: (Foot) May Miss Rest Of Season

The Jets said they don't have any updates on Holmes, but they have a feeling that the Achilles' injury he suffered Sunday could be season-ending, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.

Analysis: This would be a huge loss for the Jets. They are already rail-thin at wide receiver with Stephen Hill also banged up and have struggled offensively the last few weeks. It wouldn't be surprising to see them add a free agent receiver in the upcoming days.

Coach Rex Ryan suggested that Holmes (foot) will be out at least one game when he noted Monday that he is "not sure how many weeks (Holmes) is going to be out," the Daily News reports.

Analysis: Ryan added that the Jets are hoping that Holmes' foot issue is a muscular injury, as opposed to ligament-related. In any case, while there is no specific timetable for Holmes' return, he seems more week-to-week than day-to-day at this point.

Holmes will not play Week 5

New York Jets receiver Santonio Holmes will not play this week and there is no timetable for his return, the New York Daily News' Manish Mehta tweeted. FULL STORY

Analysis: The loss of Holmes leaves little fantasy value for the Jets' players who are healthy. Defenses will likely pin their ears back and be in full attack mode, limiting the potential of Shonn Greene and Mark Sanchez, whose performances of late should already have them on your bench.

Santonio Holmes: Dealing With Swelling in Foot

While there is swelling in Holmes' foot, coach Rex Ryan says that the wideout is not dealing with an Achilles' injury, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.

Analysis: Ryan also noted that "it's hard to say" if Holmes is dealing with a Lisfranc injury, but either way, we expect the wideout to miss some time, starting with Week 5's contest against the Texans.

Santonio Holmes; (Foot) MRI on Tap

Though initial X-rays on Holmes' left foot were negative, he will have an MRI on Monday to determine the extent of his injury, the Newark Star-Ledger reports.

Analysis: At first glance, this didn't look good, and then Holmes left the stadium Sunday on a golf cart with his foot in a walking boot. If he is forced to miss time, as would seem to be inevitable, it would be a big blow to the Jets' receiving corps, which is already dealing with Stephen Hill's hamstring…read more

Santonio Holmes: Injures Foot, X-Rays Negative

Holmes' (foot) x-rays returned negative, but it is still unclear if there is ligament damage, the New York Daily News reports.

Analysis: Holmes reportedly left the stadium in a golf cart and had a walking boot on his foot. With that in mind, his injury appears to be somewhat serious, but more time will be needed to determine exactly what is wrong and how much time he will miss.

The injury that knocked Holmes out of Sunday's game against the 49ers was a foot issue, the Jets' official site reports.

Analysis: Earlier reports suggested that it was his left knee in play, but either way, Holmes' status will need to be monitored leading up to Week 5's contest against the Texans.

Santonio Holmes: Knee Injury

Holmes (left knee) is out for the rest of Sunday's game against the 49ers, the Jets' official site reports.

Analysis: Holmes had four catches for 29 yards prior to his departure and given that he was carted off, there has to be some concern regarding his injury.

Holmes injured

Jets WR Santonio Holmes exited the game after an apparent knee injury.

Analysis: Holmes was untouched on the play and stayed on the ground for several minutes. Fantasy owners might have seen the end of his production for the day.

Holmes had nine catches for 147 yards in Sunday's overtime victory at Miami.

Analysis: Holmes didn't get into the end zone, but he did well on his 14 targets. Unfortunately, the nasty San Francisco defense awaits for Week 4.

Holmes had three catches for 28 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's loss at Pittsburgh.

Analysis: Holmes enjoyed his first-quarter visit to the end zone, but otherwise, it was a mediocre showing off of 11 targets. Your roster depth will determine how you handle Holmes for Week 3's trip to Miami.

Keller ruled out against Steelers

Jets coach Rex Ryan ruled out tight end Dustin Keller for their Week 2 matchup against the Steelers.

Analysis: While it's bad news for fantasy owners depending on Keller as their TE, it's good news for Stephen Hill and Santonio Holmes owners. Though this is likely to be a tough test for the Jets passing game, the volume of targets alone makes both receivers decent No 3. or flex options this week.

Holmes finished with four catches for 68 yards in Sunday's win over Buffalo.

Analysis: Holmes needed eight targets to get to those numbers, and it's interesting to note that three touchdown passes went to different New York receivers. He's no longer an automatic play for anyone's fantasy league; your depth makes the call. Stephen Hill might wind up leading the Jets in most receiving…read more

Hill named Jets starter

Jets coach Rex Ryan has "named rookie Stephen Hill as the starter across from Santonio Holmes, The Star-Ledger reported Thursday."

Analysis: Given the Jets preseason struggles, both wideouts will come with plenty of risk for fantasy owners. Consider Holmes a No. 3 WR with upside this week against a defense which ranked 19th against the pass in 2011.

Holmes (ribs/back/hamstring) had one reception for eight yards in Sunday's preseason loss to Carolina.

Analysis: Holmes didn't take too many snaps (or too many hits), but at least he got through the game without incident. For all his fleas, the Jets desperately need him to play well when the regular season opens.

Santonio Holmes: Set to Play Sunday

Coach Rex Ryan confirmed Friday that Holmes (ribs/back/hamstring) will play Sunday against the Panthers, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.

Analysis: Ryan added that he will be "real cautious" with Holmes on Sunday night, further noting that the Jets' starters won't play in the team's preseason finale next Thursday. In any case, it appears as though only a setback will keep Holmes from being available in Week 1 and his presence would be a…read more

Holmes is currently dealing with injuries to his back, hamstring and ribs, the Newark Star-Ledger reports.

Analysis: Holmes is hoping to make his preseason debut Sunday night but it's no sure thing. The Jets passing game has looked like a nuclear waste site all summer; for all the baggage Holmes brings to the table, he's someone that's desperately needed.

Santonio Holmes: Set to Play Sunday

Coach Rex Ryan confirmed that Holmes (ribs) would see his first preseason action Sunday against Carolina, USA Today reports.

Analysis: The Jets have sputtered offensively in the preseason, and having Holmes in the lineup could inspire some more confidence going into the season for Mark Sanchez, who has had difficulty adjusting to a crop of largely new receivers. Even though the Jets figure to have a mediocre passing game, keep in…read more

Holmes (rib cartilage issue) likes his chances of suiting up Sunday against the Panthers, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.

Analysis: Holmes' injury, coupled with concerns over the Jets' QB situation -- and offense in general -- have caused his stock to dip in the eyes of many. Still, he's the team's best option at wideout and if Holmes can stay on the field, he could turn into a decent value pick if he slides in your draft or is…read more

Holmes (rib cartilage issue) took part in two snaps during 11-on-11 drills Wednesday while sporting a red non-contact jersey, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.

Analysis: Holmes seems unlikely to play Sunday against Carolina, but it appears as though he is on track to be ready for Week 1, barring any setbacks.

Holmes (ribs) practiced Monday while sporting a non-contact jersey, Jenny Vrentas of the Newark Star-Ledger reports.

Analysis: Jeremy Kerley was also back on the practice field Monday, with the duo's return representing great news for a Jets' offense that has scored a total of nine points over two preseason losses.

Santonio Holmes: (Ribs) Making Progress

Holmes (ribs) is expected to be on the practice field Monday, Jenny Vrentas of the Newark Star-Ledger reports.

Analysis: It's unclear if Holmes has a shot to play Sunday against Carolina, but the Jets' passing attack could certainly use Holmes back in the worst way on the heels of Saturday's 26-3 preseason loss at the hands of the Giants.

Holmes (ribs) will not play against the Giants on Saturday, New York Daily News writer Seth Walder reports.

Analysis: Holmes is in danger of missing the Jets' last two preseason games, as well, so this isn't surprising.

Santonio Holmes: (Ribs) Could Miss Remaining Preseason Games

Holmes could miss the rest of the preseason with his rib injury, though Rex Ryan isn't so sure yet, the New York Daily News reports. "Certainly it's possible," Ryan said of a Holmes summer shutdown. "But don't think that will be the case."

Analysis: Before Wednesday's practice, team trainer John Mellody relayed to Ryan that Holmes continues to experience tightness in his back and would be unable to practice. In the meantime, Holmes has participated in individual drills over the past week, but still hasn't been cleared for contact. The Jets…read more

Santonio Holmes: (Ribs) Hope for Opener

Coach Rex Ryan believes that Holmes (ribs) will be ready for the Jets' regular season opener against the Bills, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.

Analysis: We'd like to hear something a bit more definite on that front, given that Ryan is not usually the sort to be shy about making guarantees, but what we do know for sure, for now, is that Holmes won't play against the Giants on Saturday.

Holmes (ribs) won't practice Sunday, Jenny Vrentas of the Newark Star-Ledger reports.

Analysis: The Jets plan to proceed cautiously with Holmes, given that their (very fluid at this time) receiving corps is banged up and overall, a work in progress.

Santonio Holmes: (Ribs) Won't Play in Preseason Opener

Holmes (ribs) will not play in Friday's preseason opener against the Bengals, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.

Analysis: There doesn't seem to be much long-term concern over Holmes' rib issue, but with Jeremy Kerley and Chaz Schilens banged up as well, Stephen Hill figures to have an opportunity to make an impression come Friday.

Holmes, who injured his ribs this past Saturday, plans to be careful about returning too soon, New York Post reports. "Things like this happen all the time," Holmes said. "You've just got to be cautious of what can happen if you continue to play with this type of injury. It can't prolong itself through the season, so you want to be as cautious as possible and get as much treatment as you can and continue to work out and do only the little things to strengthen the muscles that are around it. I think that will be the best bet for me just to take it one day at a time."

Analysis: Though Holmes has yet to be ruled out for Friday's preseason opener against the Bengals, it seems very unlikely that he will play, since at this point, Holmes said that he can't move laterally.

Santonio Holmes: (Ribs) Doubtful for Friday

Holmes (ribs) is unlikely to play in Friday's preseason opener against the Bengals, the Newark Star-Ledger reports. "We're lucky we never had a fractured rib like we thought, or I thought anyway, so that's a good sign," coach Rex Ryan said of Holmes' injury. "Whether he plays this week, I'm not real sure. I'm not going to rule him out, but I would say it is probably doubtful. But we'll see."

Analysis: While Holmes is missing some valuable reps with the Jets' QB's, this doesn't seem like something that will be a long-term issue for the wideout. The short-term concern for Jets is how thinned out their receiving corps is by injuries at the moment. On top of Holmes' rib woes, Chaz Schilens has been…read more

Santonio Holmes: No Broken Rib, Day-to-Day

X-rays showed that Holmes did not suffer a broken rib during practice Saturday, the team's official Twitter reports.

Analysis: Holmes is now considered day-to-day and the team will have an off day Sunday to give him more time to recuperate. The team may still elect to keep him out of Friday's preseason opener, but the situation certainly isn't as dire as it originally appeared.

Santonio Holmes: Possible Broken Rib

Team trainers believe Holmes sustained a broken rib in practice Saturday, ESPN New York reports.

Analysis: Though no official word on the severity of the injury will be available until Sunday, a potential broken rib would be somewhat debilitating to a Jets wideout corps that lacks much experience or ability beyond Holmes. At this point, Holmes appears unlikely to play in the team's first preseason game…read more

Holmes (unspecified soft tissue injury) says that he doesn't know when he'll return to practice, according to Jenny Vrentas of the Newark Star-Ledger.

Analysis: Holmes noted soreness and tightness all over his body, without pinpointing a specific muscle that was bothering him. As such, consider him day-to-day.

Santonio Holmes: Soft Tissue Injury

Holmes suffered a soft tissue injury that kept him out of the Jets' two-minute drill session during Wednesday's practice, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.

Analysis: It doesn't sound like a big deal though, since coach Rex Ryan believes that Holmes will practice Thursday, though he still needs to check with trainers on that front.

Holmes (hamstring) participated in positional drills Wednesday, ESPN's Rich Cimini reports.

Analysis: The report notes that Holmes, who had been dealing with a minor hamstring injury, looked fine. Just last week, Holmes pulled himself out of practice because he felt he was being unfairly overworked by coaches, but that incident seems to have blown over.

Santonio Holmes: Hamstring Injury

Holmes suffered a hamstring injury last week during OTAs, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.

Analysis: Holmes insisted he wasn't hurt after taking himself out of practice Thursday, but Rex Ryan confirmed Tuesday that Holmes did indeed suffer an injury. He'll either be limited or held out of the Jets minicamp this week.

Holmes pulled himself out of practice Thursday because he felt he was unfairly overworked by coaches, according to Rich Cimini of ESPN New York. Holmes staged a mini-meltdown near the end of the two-hour workout, limping off the field and tossing his helmet.

Analysis: Afterward, Holmes insisted he wasn't injured, but he clearly was bothered that the coaches wanted to give him a full workload despite his time away. Once a diva, always a diva. This should be sorted out fairly quickly and forgotten about, but it's a reminder that any Holmes selection in a fantasy…read more

Santonio Holmes: Contract With Jets Locked In

Holmes's contract is now guaranteed through 2013 after Tuesday's roster deadline passed, ESPN New York reports.

Analysis: The mercurial wideout is slated to receive $15.25 million over the next two seasons. According to head coach Rex Ryan, Mark Sanchez and Holmes spoke by phone recently and are trying to schedule a sit-down, perhaps even a weekend-long meeting, in an attempt to resolve their differences. There's star…read more

The Jets will take on an extra $15 million of future salary commitment to Holmes if he's still on the roster through Feb. 7, ESPN New York reports.

Analysis: The Jets are in a tricky situation with Holmes, who's already guaranteed $7.75 million for 2012 (even if he gets cut). Team owner Woody Johnson said in mid-January that Holmes would absolutely be on the club next year; we'll get a firmer commitment next week if Holmes is still on the roster.

Santonio Holmes: Will be Back With Jets

Holmes will definitely be back with the Jets for the 2012 season, owner Woody Johnson told the New York Daily News.

Analysis: A public quote from an owner certainly isn't binding, but it's a show of support for Holmes in any event. The Jets probably want to find a way to keep and motivate Holmes besides, given that his 2012 contract is guaranteed; in short, they don't have many alternatives.

Unnamed veterans and team sources on the Jets are taking shots at Holmes, saying he shouldn't return to the team in 2012, the New York Daily News reports. "He's a cancer. It's like dealing with a 10-year-old," a club source said Monday.

Analysis: Holmes has a $7.75 million base salary for 2012 that is fully guaranteed, so the Jets don't have an easy way out of this. It should make for an interesting, if crazy, offseason in New Jersey.

Rex Ryan says he expects Holmes to return to the Jets next year, according to Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News.

Analysis: Holmes went catchless in Sunday's finale at Miami (just one target) and wound up on the sidelines at the end of the game; it's not clear if he was benched or if he took himself out of the game. Ryan has gone out of his way this year to avoid criticizing the immature Holmes, and that might be part…read more

Holmes was benched during the Jets' final two-minute drill in Sunday's loss to Miami, NFL.com reports.

Analysis: Apparently the decision to bench Holmes came from offensive coordinator Bryan Schottenheimer, and not head coach Rex Ryan. Teammates reportedly questioned Holmes' demeanor in the huddle and on the sidelines.

Holmes (hip) had four catches for 50 yards in Saturday's loss to the Giants.

Analysis: A lukewarm showing on nine targets. Holmes is nothing more than a WR3 for most formats in the finale at Miami.

Holmes (hip) is active for Saturday's game against the Giants.

Analysis: Holmes hasn't done a lot of damage piling up the receiving yards this season, although he does have eight TDs, including one in four straight games. The Jets may try to utilize Plaxico Burress more against his old team but Holmes won't be forgotten.

Holmes (hip) is listed as probable for Saturday's game against the Giants, the Jets' official site reports.

Analysis: Holmes' top yardage output this season is 93, but working in his favor is that he has scored eight TDs overall, including one in each of the Jets' last four games.

Holmes (hip) was limited in practice Thursday, Manish Mehta of the Daily News reports.

Analysis: We'll see if Holmes ends up listed as probable or questionable once the Jets release their Week 16 injury designations, but the report asserts that Holmes will start against the Giants on Saturday.

Holmes has just 10 targets over the last two games, and he hasn't seen a double-digit target game since Week 4.

Analysis: Holmes averages a modest 6.5 targets per game, so know what you're getting here. At least he's found a way to score in four straight weeks, and he's facing the messy Giants secondary in Week 16.

Holmes had four catches for 40 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's loss at Philadelphia. He was targeted six times.

Analysis: It's nice to see Holmes score for the fourth consecutive week, but from a real-life standpoint he had a poor game. He directly factored in two turnovers (one fumble, one bobbled pass that became an interception), and he took a mindless taunting penalty after his score, forgetting the Jets were down…read more

Holmes had just two catches for 12 yards in Sunday's victory over Kansas City, though he scored his seventh touchdown of the year.

Analysis: The touchdown bailed out Holmes, who hasn't been getting a lot of use lately. He finished the day with four targets. He's probably just a WR3 in most leagues for next week's game against Philadelphia.

Holmes had four catches for 58 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's win at Washington. He was targeted eight times.

Analysis: Holmes now has a respectable six touchdowns on the year, though he's topped 70 yards receiving just once. He should find some open space next week against an ordinary Kansas City secondary.

Holmes had just two catches for 22 yards in Sunday's victory over Buffalo, though he did score a touchdown.

Analysis: The quiet game came on nine targets, underscoring that Holmes and Mark Sanchez still aren't on the same page. We expected Holmes to be a set-and-forget starter in 2011, but it hasn't played out that way. He's a so-so option in Week 13 against Washington.

Holmes (foot) was held to four catches for 39 yards in Thursday's loss at Denver.

Analysis: Score this decision to Broncos CB Champ Bailey. Holmes figures to see more room against the Bills in Week 12.

Holmes (foot) was a full participant in practice Tuesday.

Analysis: He'll be fine for Thursday's game against a Denver team allowing 7.8 yards per pass through nine games.