Tony Richardson
- #49 | FB
- Height6-1
- Weight240
- New York Jets
- Age38
- Experience 16 years
- Salary $902,280
- CollegeAuburn
Hard Knocks Episode 5 Recap: The Return of Revis Island
Gang Green Nation — All good things must come to an end. Unfortunately, tonight the fifth episode of HBO's reality series did just that, with an action-packed episode that covered many topics. However, how was veteran FB Tony Richardson's release and return not even mentioned? Regardless, it was great to hear the rationalization behind some roster moves, and how the 53-man roster and practice squad has shaped up to be what it currently is. On to the recap... Opening:" Rex in talking to the team during a pep-talk - "That's what the NY Jets are about.." "Play like a NY Jet." . Cue Mike Tannenbaum's 2nd ...
New York Jets September 9, 2010Veteran fullback Tony Richardson happy to be back with Jets
Newark Star-Ledger — Release on Sunday caught Richardson, teammates off guard
New York Jets September 7, 2010Tony Richardson happy to be back with Jets
The Jets Stream | New York Daily News — Tony Richardson, a meticulous fullback known for his precision, both in laying out linebackers and creasing his clothes in color-coordinated closets, said he was "caught off guard" Sunday when the...
New York Jets September 7, 2010Richardson discusses his 'day off'
Jets Blog | ESPN New York — There was a moment early in Tuesday's practice when New York Jets coach Rex Ryan walked over to Tony Richardson and pointed to all the photographers and TV cameras on the sideline. "All those guys are here to see you, T Rich," Ryan said. Richardson laughed. Obviously, Darrelle Revis was the focus, but it also marked a return for the starting fullback, who spent one day in unemployment limbo after being released late Sunday. It was the first time since 1994, his rookie year with the Dallas Cowboys, that was he cut by a team. "It definitely caught me off guard," Richardson said. "Obviously, t...
New York Jets September 7, 2010Chauncey Washington and Jarron Gilbert Named to Practice Squad
Gang Green Nation — Chauncey Washington and Jarron Gilbert Named to Practice Squad Jenny Vrentas Tweeted the news: RB Chauncey Washington was added to practice squad. So was DE Jarron Gilbert. S Brodney Pool (ankle) is on the bike again. He missed yesterday, too Also, Tony Richardson was back out there practicing today!
New York Jets September 7, 2010Roster Round Up
Gang Green Nation — More photos » Lynne Sladky - AP Browse more photos » Since Revis news has dominated the day, it is worth discussing some minor roster news from the weekend. The Jets claimed Patrick Turner from Miami presumably to add receiver depth while Santonio Holmes is out, provide insider information on Miami's offense for Week 3, and reunite Mark Sanchez with one of his favorite targets in college. The Jets cut Tony Richardson but will resign him and get rid of Brian Jackson. David Clowney and Chauncey Washington got waived. Clowney had ...
New York Jets September 6, 2010Richardson landing back with Jets
The Jets Stream | New York Daily News — Fullback Tony Richardson, whose locker remained untouched despite being cut Saturday, will be a Jet once again this week, according to coach Rex Ryan. The 38-year-old was ostensibly cut for...
New York Jets September 6, 2010Jets to re-sign Richardson
Green Machine | Bergen Record — Coach Rex Ryan said in his news conference today that the Jets will re-sign FB Tony Richardson, released Sunday. Ryan didn’t quite explain why the Jets released him yesterday, but did note that the Jets will have a roster exemption [believed to be for two weeks] for former holdout Darrelle Revis. That’s good news, as players in the locker room were quite upset about the move. This should allay a lot of hurt feelings. As for Revis, Rex said he doesn’t expect him to come off the field while the Jets are on defense against Baltimore on Monday. About the deal, Ryan called it a ‘great compromise’ a...
New York Jets September 6, 2010Revis not here yet
Green Machine | Bergen Record — No sign of Darrelle Revis yet, although he tweeted that he has landed at the airport, so he should be at the Jets’ complex sometime today to cross the Ts [Mr. Ts?] and dot the Is on his new four-year deal. Will be a busy day here, as there also is an internet report that FB Tony Richardson will be re-signed. Also, a little housekeeping, as former coach Eric Mangini used to say. I’ve been told by an NFL source that the Jets made an NFL-high seven waiver claims Sunday. Besides the three players they were awarded, DL Marcus Dixon [Dallas], T Patrick Brown [Minnesota] and WR Patrick Turner [Miami]...
New York Jets September 6, 2010Jets cut Richardson in apparent change of heart
New York Daily News — According to a league source, there's a chance the Jets will re-sign Tony Richardson after Week 1 so that his salary won't be guaranteed for the entire season.
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