The New York Jets have waived TE Martrez Milner. The announcement was made by Jets General Manager Mike Tannenbaum.

Milner (TE/6-4/260/Georgia/Gainesville, GA) was originally claimed by the Jets off waivers from the Giants on May 27. He entered the NFL as a fourth-round pick (133rd overall) by the Falcons in the 2007 NFL Draft. Milner played one season with the Falcons (2007) and recorded nine receptions for 50 yards in eight games, starting two. In 2008, he was inactive for Atlanta’s first two games before he was waived, Sept. 16. Milner signed with the Giants practice squad, Sept. 23, and was with the Giants until he was waived May 21, 2009.

The New York Jets have reached agreement with QB Mark Sanchez, the fifth overall selection in the 2009 NFL Draft. The announcement was made by Jets General Manager Mike Tannenbaum.

Sanchez (6-2/227/Southern California/Mission Viejo, CA), in 27 games at the University of Southern California, completed 313-of-487 passes (64.3 percent) for 3,965 yards, 41 touchdowns (sixth in USC history) and 16 interceptions, going 14-2 as a starter.

In 2008, Sanchez started all 13 games and completed 241-of-366 passes (65.5 percent) for 3,207 yards (led Pac-10), 34 touchdowns (second-best in USC history) and 10 interceptions for a 164.64 passing efficiency rating (sixth in the nation), earning All Pac-10 first team honors. He was also a finalist for the Manning Award and a semifinalist for the Davey O’Brien Award and Maxwell Award as well as an honorable mention All-American byPro Football Weekly and Sports Illustrated.

The New York Jets have signed free agent LB Craig Kobel and have waived LB Nate Harris and DL Brian Schaefering. The announcements were made by Jets General Manager Mike Tannenbaum.

Kobel (South Florida/Lake Worth, FL/6-2/265) played 2008 with the Philadelphia Soul of the Arena Football League. He was signed by the Philadelphia Eagles on Jan. 23, 2007 and released on Aug. 28. He also played for Cologne in NFL Europa in 2007 and the AFL’s Utah Blaze in 2006.

Harris (Louisville/Miami, FL/6-0/230), was originally signed as a free agent on Feb. 19, 2009 after being waived by the Kansas City Chiefs on July 25, 2008. In 2007 he played in 15 games, tallying two solo tackles on defense and leading the Chiefs with 20 special teams tackles.

Schaefering (Lindenwood/St. Louis, MO/6-5/295), was signed to the Jets practice squad on Dec. 17, 2008.  Prior to the Jets, Schaefering was waived by the Browns on Aug. 26, 2008 after spending a portion of training camp in Cleveland.

The New York Jets have signed free agent P Reggie Hodges and waived P Eric Wilbur. The announcement was made by Jets General Manager Mike Tannenbaum.

Hodges (6-0, 235/Ball State/Champaign, IL) originally signed to the Jets active roster on Sept. 7, 2008, punting 12 games in 2008. He compiled a 42.8 average on 44 punts, with a 35.5 net average and 23 punts inside-the-20 yard-line. He was on released on April 27, 2009. In his career, he has punted in 20 games for the Rams, Eagles and Jets, with a career average of 40.2 on 85 punts with a net of 33.9. Hodges was originally drafted in the sixth round of the 2005 NFL Draft (210th overall) by the St. Louis Rams. He appeared in five games for the Rams, before he was waived Oct. 10. He then signed with the Eagles on Nov. 2 and appeared in three games, before he was waived Nov. 22. Hodges participated in training camp for the Colts in 2006 and 2007 and for the Seahawks in 2008.

Wilbur (6-2, 200/Florida/Orlando, FL) signed with the Jets as a free agent, April 15, 2009. He originally signed as an undrafted free agent by the Houston Texans on May 4, 2007 and was released July 23. He also was signed and released by the Jacksonville Jaguars, Aug. 8, 2007. Wilbur became the first punter at the University of Florida to be named a semifinalist for the Ray Guy Award. He concluded his collegiate career first in school history in punting yardage (9,900), attempts (231) and second in average (42.9), producing 39 punts of 50-or-more yards.

 The New York Jets have signed free agent LB Craig Kobel and have waived LB Nate Harris and DL Brian Schaefering. The announcements were made by Jets General Manager Mike Tannenbaum.

Kobel (South Florida/Lake Worth, FL/6-2/265) played 2008 with the Philadelphia Soul of the Arena Football League. He was signed by the Philadelphia Eagles on Jan. 23, 2007 and released on Aug. 28. He also played for Cologne in NFL Europa in 2007 and the AFL’s Utah Blaze in 2006.

Harris (Louisville/Miami, FL/6-0/230), was originally signed as a free agent on Feb. 19, 2009 after being waived by the Kansas City Chiefs on July 25, 2008. In 2007 he played in 15 games, tallying two solo tackles on defense and leading the Chiefs with 20 special teams tackles.

Schaefering (Lindenwood/St. Louis, MO/6-5/295), was signed to the Jets practice squad on Dec. 17, 2008.  Prior to the Jets, Schaefering was waived by the Browns on Aug. 26, 2008 after spending a portion of training camp in Cleveland.

 The New York Jets have waived DT/LS Anthony Harris. The announcement was made by Jets General Manager Mike Tannenbaum.

Harris (Western New Mexico/Rollins Fork, MS/6-3/287) signed with the Jets on May 4, 2009.  He originally signed with Carolina before the 2008 season but was waived before training camp. He last played for the Rock River (IL) Raptors of the CIFL indoor league.

Players and Woody Johnson to Join Ceremony on Wednesday, June 3rd

Who:    D’Brickashaw Ferguson, New York Jets offensive tackle 
        Kris Jenkins, New York Jets defensive tackle 
        Nick Mangold, New York Jets center 
        Woody Johnson, New York Jets Chairman and CEO 
        Members of the 2009 Flight Crew Cheerleaders 
        Bob Wischusen, Voice of the Jets 
        
What:   Ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open the new flagship Jets Shop Store in New York City.  Players will sign autographs, pose for pictures and help fans pick out the latest gear for the 2009 season.

Where:           437 Madison Avenue at 50th Street 
                 (Entrance on 50th Street between Madison and Park) 
When:            June 3, 2009 
                 Store opens at 10 am 
                 Ribbon-cutting ceremony begins at 6 pm

The New York Jets have waived rookie FB Brannan Southerland. The announcement was made by Jets General Manager Mike Tannenbaum.

Southerland (Georgia/Dacula, GA/6-0/244), originally signed as an undrafted free agent on May 1, was a blocking fullback for Georgia. He finished his college career with 171 yards and 17 touchdowns, and 35 catches for 289 yards with six touchdowns.

The New York Jets announced today a four-year extension of its radio broadcast partnership with 1050 ESPN New York (WEPN-AM) starting with the 2009 NFL season.   1050 ESPN Radio has been the Jets’ radio rights holder since the 2002 season.

“We are excited to extend our partnership with 1050 ESPN New York,” said Bob Parente, Jets VP of Broadcasting and Programming.  “We are looking forward to working with one of the best brands in sports broadcasting, ESPN, to give our fans increased access to the team through unique programming year round.”

Tim McCarthy, 1050 ESPN Radio President and General Manager, said: “We are thrilled to continue to be the radio home of Jets football.  The Jets have been outstanding business and programming partners and an integral part of the 1050 ESPN lineup. We are collaborating on many outstanding programming initiatives this season and look forward to announcing those soon.”

About 1050 ESPN New York 
1050 ESPN New York continues its tradition of sports excellence with its entertaining and informative programming.  It’s the home of the Jets, Rangers and Knicks, the NBA, Major League Baseball including the entire postseason, the BCS, and high school sports coverage.  Also broadcasting 24/7 at 107.1 FM on Eastern Long Island and at 1040 AM in Flemington, NJ and streamed live at www.1050espn.com