November 21, 2008 Erik Ainge has been suspended four games by the NFL for violating the policy on steroids and related substances, according to the Associated Press.
Our View:He is already on injured reserve with a foot injury, but is not allowed to be with the team or at its facility during the suspension.
October 28, 2008 The Jets placed Erik Ainge on IR Tuesday. He has a right foot injury.
Our View:Ainge was fourth on the Jets' quarterback totem pole, so his loss hurts no one besides perhaps uncle Danny.
August 14, 2008 The Jets fifth-round selection, quarterback Erik Ainge, has not been impressive in camp and he is a prime candidate to get cut, according to the New York Daily News.
Our View:Ainge has not been getting many reps in practice, and he is currently behind Brett Ratliff on the depth chart.
July 17, 2008 The Jets have inked fifth-round pick Erik Ainge (Tennessee) to a four-year deal, according to the NY Daily News.
Our View:Ainge could start in the NFL, but needs to improve his mechanics to throw with more accuracy on deep routes, and with better zip. He should hold the clipboard as a rookie behind Kellen Clemens and Chad Pennington.
