The New York Jets are still showing interest in Demaryius Thomas.
According to The Athletic’s Connor Hughes, the Jets have remained in contact with the wide receiver about returning for another season. Thomas was with New York last season after coming over in a trade from the New England Patriots.
Thomas played in 11 games last season, but it wasn’t one to remember for the former All-Pro wideout. He only recorded 36 receptions for 433 yards and one touchdown.
The Jets are thin and inexperienced at wide receiver, however. Breshad Perriman is expected to be the Jets’ No. 1 receiver with Denzel Mims on the opposite side. In the slot, Jamison Crowder is back for his second season after a strong showing in 2019.
Behind those three, there isn’t much depth. Braxton Berrios, Josh Doctson, Jeff Smith and Vyncint Smith are the remaining wide receivers on the roster with NFL experience.
So while Thomas’s best days are behind him, his veteran presence would be good for the younger receivers. He’s also a good guy to have in the locker room and has prior experience in Adam Gase’s offense, dating back to their time in Denver.
