There has been plenty of talk this week about how the Jets structured themselves this off-season to beat the Indianapolis Colts. They added Antonio Cromartie, Kyle Wilson, and Brodney Pool to help cover his receivers and brought in Jason Taylor and eventually Trevor Pryce to put more pressure on him. It is true, that on …
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Quarterback (A) – If you have seen every snap Mark Sanchez has taken in the NFL, you know how encouraging yesterday’s performance was. He looked like the quarterback who nearly took them to the Super Bowl last year and if he can continue his confident, poised play, the Jets will be competitive against any team …
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A few reminders on this Thursday for the Jets as they prepare for a trip to the Windy City… Brian Schottenheimer…Remember that whole, “keep the defense off balance, instead of calling plays that always follow the same tendency thing” you did last week in Pittsburgh? Let’s keep that going this week. It isn’t time to …
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Instead of sulking about the Jets disgusting offensive performance yesterday, which set the game of football back about 50 years, let’s look at some practical solutions on how they can manage a few touchdowns over the last three weeks of the season. 1. Glide To The Bench – It is painfully obvious how many steps …
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Follow Turn On The Jets on Facebook and Twitter (@TurnOnTheJets) Despite being loaded with talent at the skill positions and having one of the best offensive lines in football, the Jets have been inconsistent at best at moving the football and scoring points. Despite strong individual starts by LaDainian Tomlinson and Braylon Edwwards, offensive coordinator Brian …
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Follow Turn On The Jets on Facebook and Twitter (@TurnOnTheJets) After a bit of a hiatus, the 12 pack is back… 1. There is no way that Rex Ryan didn’t get the message across to Brian Schottenheimer to start running the football more. Maybe it is just wishful thinking but LaDainian Tomlinson will get 20+ carries …
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Follow Turn On The Jets on Facebook and Twitter (@TurnOnTheJets) I try not to buy into the “Same Old Jets” talk. I don’t believe things that happened years ago impact the individuals in the Jets locker room now, especially with the change of culture Rex Ryan has ushered in. However, this week I am worried …
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Follow Turn On The Jets on Facebook and Twitter (@TurnOnTheJets) The Opponent: Despite being 2-5, the Detroit Lions have improved significantly under head coach Jim Schwartz the past two years. They have been competitive every week and are coming off a home victory against the Washington Redskins who came into Detroit with a winning record. …
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Follow Turn On The Jets on Facebook and Twitter (@TurnOnTheJets) One of the most encouraging aspects of the Jets since the beginning of the Rex Ryan era, is that they developed a distinct identity as a football team. The Jets are going to be built around an aggressive defense and running the football. The Ground …
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Follow Turn On The Jets on Facebook and Twitter (@TurnOnTheJets) It is hard to spend too much time complaining about the Jets offense through their first six games. They have made tremendous strides since last season, starting with quarterback Mark Sanchez who finally appears to understand the value of the football and isn’t giving it …
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