Jets Trade Kerry Rhodes to Cardinals

Well say good bye to Kerry Rhodes after all.

Once safety Antrele Rolle signed with the Giants, it made some sense that unless they could get something of equal value for Rhodes, Rhodes would be a Jet next season.

Not so fast. The Cardinals traded for Rhodes late Saturday night for a fourth round pick in 2010 and a seventh round pick in 2011. The Cards effectively replace Rolle, who used to play for them.

This leaves a hole at strong safety for the Jets. They are already hampered by the Final Eight rule from signing any big ticket free agents. Look for the Jets to use this year's draft as an opportunity to draft a safety and running back. Even though they are in a win now mode, building for the future should not be out of the question.