OCTOBER 28, 2021 • NEWYORKJETS.COM
Why George Fant Has Enjoyed His Time at Left Tackle Jets Offensive Lineman Talks About His Shift to Left Tackle with Mekhi Becton Out of the Lineup
Broncos host Jets with chance at first 3-0 start since 2016
The Denver Broncos host the New York Jets on Sunday and are big favorites to come away with their first 3-0 start since 2016 when they were defending their last Super Bowl titleSEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jets impressed by Wilson's poise, but want to limit pressure
Zach Wilson’s teammates were still buzzing a few days after the New York Jets quarterback made his NFL debutSEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Mac vs. Zach: Rookie QBs highlight latest Pats-Jets showdown
Mac Jones and Zach Wilson are providing some fresh-faced buzz to an old AFC East rivalry that has gotten rather staleSEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
George Fant, Morgan Moses Tackle the Jets' OL Fixes Heading Toward the Patriots 'We Have to All Be of One Accord' for Home Opener; 'We're Making Sure We Up Our Game'
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • NEWYORKJETS.COM
Key injuries overshadow strong debut for Jets' Wilson
New York Jets left tackle Mekhi Becton will be sidelined at least a month with a knee injury and safety Lamarcus Joyner is out for the season with a torn tricepsSEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Moving to left tackle Fant will serve as the Jets' starting left tackle while Mekhi Becton (knee) is sidelined, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.
Impact Fant shifted to left tackle in Sunday's season opener against the Panthers after Becton went down, and he's slated to remain at the position for four to six weeks since Becton will require arthroscopic knee surgery. As a result, Morgan Moses will take over as the team's starting right tackle.
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jets QB Wilson shows toughness, 'moxie' in loss to Panthers
Zach Wilson got a first-hand look at just how difficult it can be to play quarterback for the New York JetsSEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jets' Crowder remains day to day with COVID-19 symptoms
New York Jets wide receiver Jamison Crowder is recovering from symptoms of COVID-19 and his status for the opening game at Carolina remains uncertainSEPTEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
George Fant welcomes the competition Morgan Moses brings to Jets George Fant is embracing the competition with Morgan Moses for the Jets’ starting right tackle job.
AUGUST 10, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Returns from COVID list Fant (undisclosed) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday, Ethan Greenberg of the Jets' official site reports.
Impact Fant landed on the COVID list early in camp but has now cleared the health and safety protocols. The 29-year-old will compete with Morgan Moses for the starting job at right tackle.
AUGUST 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Bless Austin corners the market on confidence for Jets
Bless Austin has a strong message for anyone who thinks the New York Jets are weak and inexperienced at cornerbackAUGUST 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Zach Wilson shaky, 'not great' in Jets' stadium scrimmage
New York Jets rookie quarterback Zach Wilson threw two interceptions in the team's scrimmage at MetLife StadiumAUGUST 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jets place Alex Lewis on exempt/left squad list, activate George Fant The Jets have placed Alex Lewis on the exempt list and activated George Fant.
AUGUST 6, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Jets place Lewis on exempt/left squad list, Fant activated
The New York Jets placed guard Alex Lewis on the exempt/left squad list a day after he walked off the practice field with what coach Robert Saleh said was a head injuryAUGUST 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jets' Morgan Moses rejuvenated after parting with Washington
Morgan Moses never really expected to be with the New York Jets right nowAUGUST 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Lands on COVID-19 list The Jets placed Fant on the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Impact Even with Fant missing time during training camp, he should assume starting duties at right tackle once healthy. The 29-year-old will hope to be cleared of health and safety protocols before the Jets' preseason opener Aug. 14 against the Giants.
JULY 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jets begin camp practices without unsigned QB Wilson
The New York Jets held their first practice of training camp without their hoped-for franchise quarterbackJULY 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jets report for camp with heavy hearts, Wilson unsigned
Robert Saleh and the New York Jets were focused on football again after spending the last several days mourning the loss of their friend, colleague and mentorJULY 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jets sign 14th overall pick Vera-Tucker to rookie deal
The New York Jets have signed rookie guard Alijah Vera-Tucker to a four-year, $15.9 million contractJULY 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Morgan Moses should push George Fant into well-suited swing role George Fant should return to a reserve role with the Jets after New York signed Morgan Moses, but that isn’t a bad thing.
JUNE 29, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
AP source: Jets agree to deal with offensive tackle Moses
The New York Jets signed former Washington offensive tackle Morgan Moses to a one-year deal on Friday according to a person with direct knowledge of the signingJUNE 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jets OT George Fant: 'This System Is Built for Me' Veteran Tackle Believes He’ll Benefit in Outside-Zone System Because of Basketball Background
JUNE 25, 2021 • NEWYORKJETS.COM
Defend NY: Jets bond while supporting Islanders in playoffs
The New York Islanders will have their jumbo-sized man advantage in the stands again at the Old BarnJUNE 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sorokin, Islanders beat Penguins 4-1 in Game 4 to tie series
Ilya Sorokin stopped 29 shots, Oliver Wahlstrom and Ryan Pulock each had a goal and an assist and the New York Islanders beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-1 in Game 4 Saturday to even...MAY 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
