Everyone’s been talking about adding a slot receiver to this unit. While I believe that Dustin Keller is basically a slot receiver plus a lot more, I understand that the team needs formations that use an actual receiver there rather than a Tight End.

So while there’s been talk about Laveranues Coles joining the team, how about the Eagles’ Kevin Curtis?

According to Scout.com’s Adam Caplan on Twitter — which it’s clearly noted is just his opinion NOT NEWS — the Eagles might be parting ways with the receiver now that they’ve re-signed Hank Baskett to a one year deal.

Curtis (6″0″ 186 lbs.) is a complementary piece and not much more, especially since he’s struggled to stay on the field due to injury.  The receiver is due .4 MM in 2010 for the Eagles, including a MM roster bonus, so would the team be looking to cut ties?  The Jets Assistant GM Scott Cohen came from the Eagles, and was part of the Eagles when Curtis was there, so would be familiar with his abilities.

Curtis is a disciplined route-runner and knows how to set up defenders to create separation with his quickness and strength.  Curtis has the ability to make tough catches in traffic, but isn’t physical enough to break tackles or perimeter block … in other words, he’s a slot receiver through and through.

I think that he might be a good stopgap for the slot receiver that seems to be a consensus as a need for the team.

From thejetsblog.com. Please read the complete article and let us know what you think below.