If you are what your record says you are, then call the Jets distinguished, not dysfunctional.

"I'm thinking of calling the Jets for a tryout," he said.

There have been numerous bands called The Jets.

There are distinct advantages to calling the Jets, Cross said.

"I know that a lot of clubs are calling the Jets and are interested."

That's when he called the Jets, who were willing to take him back.

But York said the 49ers had yet to call the Jets for permission to speak with Cottrell.

Two dozen people called the Jets looking for Kotite's job once he made his announcement, but the team did not interview any of them.

(What do they call the Sharks and the Jets in this place?)

Parcells is in the third year of a six-year contract that calls for him to coach the Jets for at least four seasons.