Chargers and Jets Rumor Mill

As all 32 teams inch closer to the beginning of preseason camp and games, NFL rumor mill is in full effect.  Though most of the reports have some fact base, what the ending will be is anyone's guess.  The first two that will be mentioned today is what could be brewing with the Chargers and Jets.

San Diego Chargers

The San Diego Chargers are the the perennial player chokers of the NFL season. Ladainian Tomlinson, who is definitely pass his prime, is gone. But they don't have a bruising back to replace him. Now there is word that one of the receiving threats is on the market. It is rumored that the Chargers have spoken with the Seattle Seahawks and Washington Redskins about interest in trading the Pro Bowl wide receiver. No one expects Jackson to go anywhere soon because the price seems high. Not only will the Chargers expect high draft picks or other high profile players, Jackson will need to be resigned. Jackson and his agent are looking for a contract slightly higher the Brandon Marshalls' recent contract with the Miami Dolphins.

New York Jets

The New York Jets are living up to their intention to not to leave any rock unturned when looking for talent. This is evident with recent reports that General Manager Mike Tannenbaum has reached out to exiled former number one draft pick and bust JaMarcus Russell. Who blames the Jets for not having much trust in their current back-ups, Kellen Clemens and Erik Ainge. But reports have the Jets more interested in free agent and elder statesman Mark Brunell. Not only would you get a possible steady quarterback for a back-up but a great mentor for Mark Sanchez.