Jets Bring Back Westhoff

After retiring last season due to bone cancer in his left leg, Mike Westhoff will return as the Jets Special Team coach this season. He is apparently recovered from the ninth operation on that left leg.

"He had to get medical clearance to do that and it’s nothing that he ever expected and nothing I ever expected,” coach Eric Mangini said. “As tough as Mike is and as committed as he is, he was way ahead on his rehab, so I saw that opportunity and we talked about it and talked it through and he’s going to be with us this year. I’m excited about that, too. It’s great to have him back.” (Waszak).

Many people remember Westhoff for his firy temper on the sidelines, as well as pacing the sidelines with his trademark cane; his speical teams units have always been one of the best in the league year after year, so his presence will be another welcome addition to the Jets in 2008.