AP source: Jets agree to terms with WR Holmes

NEW YORK (AP) — Santonio Holmes is staying put, eager to keep catching passes from Mark Sanchez in big games for the next several seasons.

A person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Wednesday that the New York Jets have agreed to terms on a five-year deal with the flashy wide receiver, regarded as the top player at his position among this year's free agents.

Holmes was also considered the Jets' main priority once the free agency period started Tuesday after the NFL lockout ended after 4½ months Monday. And, New York went to work quickly on making sure it kept one of Sanchez's favorite targets.

The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity …