New York Jets Discussion

[TimD]

Originally Posted by derza222

Am I just a homer or do you guys also think the Jets probably won't be one of the 3-5 worst teams in the league next year?

I agree, but I'll never say this in public for fear of being hated on by my friends who are fans of the Giants.

As far as I'm concerned, there are only a few spots on this roster that are a liability. They have enough talent at RB and OL to have an efficient run game. Our front 7 appears to be strong enough to both stop the run and hopefully maintain some sort of consistent pressure on the QB. The losses of Revis, Landry, and Bell hurt, but I could see our secondary having a successful season anyway. Cromartie, Milliner, Wilson, and Lankster/Trufant seem like an above average CB unit.

That leaves us with QB, WR, TE, and S. I think the potential is there for Sanchez/Smith to play somewhat adequate football. Mornhinweg and an established run game should help them out immensely. I also think the potential is there for Holmes, Hill (provided he takes a step forward), Kerley, and Cumberland (provided he becomes more consistent) to become very effective weapons in the passing game. Landry and Bush/Allen will be interesting to watch this year.

I guess what I'm saying is that we're not a complete team by any means, but I don't think we're as weak as people say we are. We cut a lot of dead weight this off season and hopefully solidified the O and D lines. I'm willing to say that our rebuilding process appears to be headed in the right direction.

[derza222]

I'm with you. I don't think the Jets will be great in any way shape or form, I just don't see one of the worst teams in the league. To me they took some necessary steps back and improved in other areas, and the team will probably end up about the same as last year.

Play at the QB position can't be much worse, same with WR after all the injuries last year, TE should be about a wash after all of Keller's injuries particularly if Smith steps up. The offensive line will be worse this year but I think is well set up for the future. Running backs will be much better though. Hopefully Mornhinwig helps although obviously players > plays.

Defensively the line and linebackers will be comparable if not better, and corners will be better than they were for the majority of last year given Revis only played a couple games. One safety spot will be downgraded, although I think Bell to Landry is comparable.

In more fun news, my manager played at a beer pong tournament with Kerley and Jordan White this past weekend.

[Hurricanes25]

The Jets are giving Kellen Winslow a tryout. Considering this is probably his last chance and combine that with our depth at TE, I'm intrigued. I don't expect much though but I'm hoping he shows something.

[TimD]

Originally Posted by Hurricanes25

The Jets are giving Kellen Winslow a tryout. Considering this is probably his last chance and combine that with our depth at TE, I'm intrigued. I don't expect much though but I'm hoping he shows something.

A successful Smith to Winslow relationship would be so satisfying to watch.

[derza222]

After last year I think anything even resembling an NFL offense would be satisfying to watch.

[YotoJets007]

I usually don't follow up off season media but Jets are considering read option offense for Geno Smith. Seriously? That is plainly stupid.