In a surprising yet expected move, the New York Jets have released linebacker C.J. Mosley after five seasons. Coach Aaron Glenn praised Mosley’s leadership and commitment, acknowledging his contributions despite recent injury struggles that limited his performance in the past season. Mosley had signed a lucrative five-year, $85 million contract, but injuries and a COVID-19 opt-out hindered his consistency. During his time with the Jets, he managed to achieve three consecutive 100-tackle seasons, showcasing his potential when healthy.

Meanwhile, the Jets have secured the future of their defense by re-signing Jamien Sherwood to a three-year, $45 million deal and retaining Quincy Williams, another key defender who has consistently tallied over 100 tackles in recent seasons. With Mosley’s release, the Jets aim to revamp their defense and create space in their salary cap, saving $4 million, as they prepare for the next phase of their roster construction heading into the offseason.

The Philadelphia Eagles crowned themselves champions in Super Bowl LIX with a decisive 40-22 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs, witnessed by President Trump in attendance at the Superdome. This triumph marks a significant moment for the franchise, rekindling memories of their previous championship win in 2018. Following the game, discussions around a potential White House visit surfaced, although previous invitations have been met with reluctance from players. Right tackle Lane Johnson expressed his willingness to go, emphasizing that any decision must align with the team's collective stance.

Star players like Josh Sweat and A.J. Brown also shared mixed feelings about visiting the White House, with Sweat prioritizing the championship parade over any political event. The Eagles' owner, Jeffrey Lurie, sidestepped direct questions about a White House celebration, focusing instead on the immediate joy of winning. The historical context of such visits during Trump's presidency reflects a complicated relationship between the Eagles and the administration, with team players previously opting out of celebrations, highlighting a disconnect with the political implications tied to such visits.

The New York Jets' season spiraled into disappointment after starting with high hopes. Following an embarrassing opening loss to the San Francisco 49ers, interim coach Jeff Ulbrich had a vision of success, but the team soon crumbled, losing 11 of their next 14 games to finish with a dismal 5-12 record. Despite having star talents like Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams, the Jets struggled with discipline, setting a franchise record for penalties and squandering late-game leads.

The mid-season firing of head coach Robert Saleh disrupted the team's dynamic, leading to doubts and uncertainty among players. Ulbrich, who lacked head coaching experience, faced scrutiny for his dual role as head coach and defensive coordinator. The Jets’ performance deteriorated under his guidance, with poor game management and a failure to execute on the field.

Despite some late-game flashes from Rodgers, the team failed to live up to expectations, with only Adams performing consistently. The Jets are now left searching for a new coach and general manager to break their lengthy playoff drought.