Local Heroes & Rising Stars in NFL | New York Jets News

The NFL season is here, and local heroes are stepping up across the league. Jets center Josh Myers, entering his sixth year, started every game last season and looks to build on it with Geno Smith back under center. Meanwhile, Broncos tight end Adam Trautman, a Dayton alum, signed an extension and continues his solid play. Veteran Joe Thuney, from Alter High, is in his 11th season and second with the Bears, earning All-Pro honors. Young stars like Packers RB Kaleb Johnson (Hamilton HS) and Bengals TE Erick All Jr. (Fairfield HS), recovering from injury, are poised for breakout seasons. Other rising talents include Colts TE Drew Ogletree (Northridge) and Panthers rookie LB Jackson Kuwatch (Lakota West). Former Bills player Michael Hoecht (Oakwood HS) returns after overcoming suspension and injury. Meanwhile, Aamil Wagner (Wayne HS) seeks a new team after being cut by the Titans, Gavin Gerhardt (Xenia HS) joins the Texans’ practice squad, and veteran Taylor Decker (Vandalia Butler) remains unsigned after 10 years with the Lions. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8019416136c46d4c