Jets make right call with Bart Scott

Last year, the Jets quietly made one of the best signings in free agency when they quietly signed Calvin Pace.  It looks like they have done it again, although this time it wasn't quiet.

The National Football Post is reporting that Bart Scott has agreed to terms with New York, joining his old coach Rex Ryan.  NFL Network's Adam Schefter says the deal is "expected" to be signed later Friday for roughly $8 million a year.  If you are going to overpay in free agency, this is the way to go.  Scott is versatile, smart, and in his prime.  He's a low risk move because Ryan knows exactly how he'll fit in his defense.

In Scott and Pace, the Jets now have two players he can use in a variety of ways.  Scott is equally adept at rushing the passer, dropping in pass coverage, and tacking on blockers.  He can play inside and out.  These are the type of players Ryan knows how to use better than anyone outside of Pittsburgh and Foxborough.

In signing Scott, the Jets were also crippling an AFC rival and apparently passing on Ray Lewis.  Ray Ray is reportedly determined to leave Baltimore, but I seriously doubt any other team will match their three-year, $24 million offer for him.  The Jets clearly won't after giving Scott similar per-year money.  The Jets are often accused of chasing the headlines, but they were smart to go after the younger, lesser-known Raven.