Haason Reddick set to make debut for Jets after lengthy holdout - ESPN

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Another week, another big-name debut for the New York Jets.

Pro Bowl edge rusher Haason Reddick, who reported to the team Monday after a lengthy contract holdout that included a trade request, will play Sunday against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium.

"(He) had a good week of work with us," interim coach Jeff Ulbrich said Friday, confirming Reddick's status. «He's just such an experienced guy. He's been in so many systems, so to pick up ours wasn't super difficult for him.

»He really put in the extra time to learn it and, physically, he looked good out there. So, we're excited about what he'll contribute to our rush group."

Reddick won't have a pre-determined snap limit and the team will evaluate his workload as the game progresses, Ulbrich said.

The Jets (2-5), losers of four straight, have added Reddick and wide receiver Davante Adams with the hope of saving a season that began with Super Bowl aspirations. Adams made three receptions for 30 yards last week in his Jets debut.

«It's a challenge, for sure, getting guys integrated, getting up to speed,» Ulbrich said. «But at the same time, I think it's exciting, too. I've never been through this. I don't think anybody's been through this.»

Reddick is on a two-week roster exemption, which means he must be activated before 4 p.m. Saturday.

He has declined interview requests this week, saying through the public relations staff that he will speak to reporters after the game.

«Hate me now, love me later,» Reddick posted on Instagram Thursday night. «I'm still gone be me.»

Reddick, 30, hasn't played since the Philadelphia Eagles' playoff loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Jan. 15. Initially, he probably will be used as a situational rusher. He