Jets release CB Pierre Desir, place CB Brian Poole on IR
Cornerback Pierre Desir was released by the New York Jets after a disappointing half season with the teamNOVEMBER 17, 2020 • Associated Press
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3 Teams That Should Sign Pierre Desir Following Release From Jets The New York Jets have released veteran cornerback Pierre Desir. He will now go on waivers and will become a free agent if he ends up going...
NOVEMBER 17, 2020 • FANDUEL.COM
Jets Place CB Brian Poole on Injured Reserve, Release CB Pierre Desir Green & White Sign TE Connor Davis to Practice Squad
NOVEMBER 17, 2020 • NEWYORKJETS.COM
Cut loose by Jets The Jets waived Desir on Tuesday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
Impact Desir started eight of nine games for the Jets this season and allowed 525 yards (13.5 yards per target) and four touchdowns in coverage. Those are uninspiring numbers, but he'll now get a chance for a fresh start elsewhere. A contending team with secondary troubles may take a flier on the 30-year-old corner.
NOVEMBER 17, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Racks up 11 tackles Desir had a team-high 11 tackles (eight solo) in Sunday's 30-10 loss to Arizona.
Impact Desir continues to deliver strong performances in the box score, even as his on-field impact remains minimal if not negative. Given how large of a cushion Desir is forced to give receivers in front of him to make up for his lack of speed in coverage, he should continue to get plenty of opportunities for tackles if opposing quarterbacks take the open underneath routes like Kyler Murray did for much of this game. He has 19 tackles over the past two games.
OCTOBER 12, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Jets befuddled after fifth loss in row, answers not coming
Coach Adam Gase seemed to be searching for the right words after the New York Jets dropped their fifth straight game to start the season, and not finding themOCTOBER 11, 2020 • Associated Press
Inside the Numbers: Pierre Desir's 'Bittersweet' Night Jets CB Rebounds from Coverage Fluffs by Joining Exclusive Franchise Club for Interceptors
OCTOBER 3, 2020 • NEWYORKJETS.COM
Scores pick-six in loss Desir recorded eight tackles (seven solo) and two interceptions, one of which he returned for a touchdown, in Thursday's 37-28 loss to the Broncos.
Impact Desir is having a perplexing season, as he now sits alone atop the league's interception leaderboard with three but has also been one of the NFL's worst cornerbacks in coverage. He let a sure interception go right through his hands for a 48-yard Jerry Jeudy touchdown in the second quarter, but Desir came back with a nice interception along the sideline on the next drive, and he picked off rookie quarterback Brett Rypien again early in the fourth quarter, returning the latter interception for a 35-yard touchdown. Desir continues to get burned on the outside with regularity due to his subpar speed, but he's also able to lure quarterbacks into mistakes with his veteran savvy. On a Jets team with few viable healthy alternatives at his position, Desir's good qualities should keep him in a starting role despite his obvious deficiencies.
OCTOBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Pierre Desir on Jets' Defense vs. Denver: 'We Beat Ourselves' Veteran CB Yielded 2 Touchdown Passes to Broncos but Also Snared 2 INTs, Taking One to the House
OCTOBER 2, 2020 • NEWYORKJETS.COM
Darnold sacked, hurt, returns, takes mores sacks and a loss
Sam Darnold’s night started so well, his weaving 46-yard touchdown run a New York Jets record for a quarterbackOCTOBER 2, 2020 • Associated Press
Broncos top winless Jets 37-28 for first victory of season
Melvin Gordon sealed the Denver Broncos’ first win of the season with a 43-yard touchdown run with 1:48 left and the defense made just enough plays in the fourth quarter to beat th...OCTOBER 2, 2020 • Associated Press
Toe-drag swag! Pierre Desir looks like WR on sideline INT New York Jets defensive back Pierre Desir looks like WR on sideline interception.
OCTOBER 2, 2020 • NFL.COM
Pierre Desir's Crazy Toe-Tap INT!
OCTOBER 2, 2020 • YOUTUBE
Jets’ Pierre Desir prepared for emotional return to face Colts INDIANAPOLIS — Pierre Desir probably figured he would be on the other side of this game back in February. The cornerback had signed a three-...
SEPTEMBER 26, 2020 • NYPOST.COM
Colts' defense hoping to build on strong start against Jets
The Indianapolis Colts spent the offseason revamping their defenseSEPTEMBER 24, 2020 • Associated Press
Redemption in Week 2 Desir recorded two tackles and had an interception in Sunday's 31-13 loss to the 49ers.
Impact Desir returned the interception 23 yards to set up a Jets field goal. He didn't start the game after being benched in the season opener, but Desir was called upon when Quincy Wilson exited with a concussion, and the veteran corner made the most of his opportunity to redeem himself.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Jets CB Pierre Desir After Benching Against Buffalo: ‘No Excuses’ Reclaiming a Starting Role is Job 1 Ahead of Sunday’s Home Opener vs. the Niners
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020 • NEWYORKJETS.COM
Jets vs. Bill Snap Count Analysis: Le’Veon Bell Left With Hamstring Injury; Pierre Desir Benched The season opener for the Jets in 2020 wasn’t pretty. Let’s take a look at the snap totals. We will start with the offensive side of the bal...
SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 • GANGGREENNATION.COM
Benched in opener Desir was benched for the second half of Sunday's 27-17 loss to Buffalo, finishing the game with six tackles (four solo).
Impact The Bills scored all three of their touchdowns in the first half, as Desir was overmatched by the wide receiver duo of Stefon Diggs and John Brown. Desir spent the second half on the bench as a result of his poor play, and it remains to be seen whether the veteran cornerback can reclaim his starting job for the Week 2 matchup with the 49ers.
SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Allen tops 300 yards passing in Bills' 27-17 win over Jets
Josh Allen led three consecutive first-half touchdown drives and the Buffalo Bills overcame their own sloppiness and injuries to two starting linebackers in a 27-17 season-opening...SEPTEMBER 13, 2020 • Associated Press
All clear Wednesday Desir (hamstring) wasn't listed on the team's injury report Wednesday.
Impact Desir was nagged by the hamstring issue throughout camp, but, as evidenced by this news, he'll be ready to rock for Week 1. Now healthy, the former Colt is expected to handle a starting role at cornerback for Sunday's matchup against Buffalo.
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Jets’ Pierre Desir: 'We’re Going to Hit You in the Mouth' Green & White’s New CB Is Practicing After Hamstring Injury
SEPTEMBER 3, 2020 • NEWYORKJETS.COM
Jets' Mims says he'll 'most definitely' be ready for Week 1
The New York Jets rookie wide receiver Denzel Mims left no doubt as to whether he’ll be healthy enough to play in the season openerSEPTEMBER 2, 2020 • Associated Press
Jets' Poole practicing again after 'scary' dehydration issue
New York Jets cornerback Brian Poole participated in team drills for the first time since experiencing severe dehydration issues on the first day of training campSEPTEMBER 1, 2020 • Associated Press
Jets rookie RB Perine injures ankle in stadium practice
New York Jets rookie running back La’Mical Perine injured his left ankle during the team’s practice at MetLife Stadium and his status was uncertainAUGUST 30, 2020 • Associated Press
