Jets targeting Derrick Mason

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    Less than a week after signing Plaxico Burress, the New York Jets are mulling another big move at wide receiver. This time, they're targeting Derrick Mason, a league source confirmed Wednesday night.

    Mason, 37, released last week by the Baltimore Ravens, is scheduled to visit the Jets on Thursday morning, according to multiple reports. If the meeting goes well -- and that means passing a physical -- he's expected to sign a contract.

    The Jets' interest in Mason, first reported by CBSSports.com, raises serious questions about the future of popular No. 3 receiver Jerricho Cotchery. He underwent back surgery in February and, although Cotchery says he's fine, he hasn't been cleared to practice and remains on the physically-unable-to-perform list.

    Cotchery, who was dangled earlier this week in trade talks, could be traded or released if the Jets sign Mason. Cotchery is due to make $1.8 million, about twice as much as Mason would make if he signs for the veterans' minimum.

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