flgreen Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 Things we learned about the New York Jets October, 27, 2014 OCT 27 10:30 AM ET By Rich Cimini | ESPNNewYork.com A few takeaways on the New York Jets' 43-23 loss to the Buffalo Bills: 1. I think Geno Smith has lost a lot of support in the locker room. There were a lot of non-answers from players when asked the Smith-Michael Vick question. Previously, those players were quick to back Smith. Willie Colon, one of Smith's staunchest supporters, responded this way: "It's not my call, it's not my call. I would never make that kind of comment. At the end of the day, the coaching staff and the powers-that-be have to make that call." It was interesting phrasing by Colon. If they stick with Smith, it will be seen as a transparent, behind-the-curtain move by general manager John Idzik. And Rex Ryan would have to live with the ramifications in an unhappy locker room. 2. The most frustrating thing about Smith is that he continues to make pre-determined decisions, focusing on his first read. All three interceptions Sunday came on plays in which he stared down the intended receiver, seemingly deciding before the snap where he was going with the ball. His first interception hung up in the air because defensive tackle Kyle Williams got into his legs, but the second and third picks came under no duress. End result: A 0.0 passer rating. It's time for Smith to take a good, long seat on the bench. 3. I don't understand this: Your quarterback just threw his second straight interception -- he's obviously rattled -- and you need to settle him down. But how does offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg react? He comes out throwing on the next possession. First play: Incompletion. Second play: Interception No. 3. How about a couple of runs to let him regain his composure? 4. The Jets continue to lose games in mind-boggling fashion. They ran 28 more plays than the Bills (81-53), compiled nearly twice as many first downs (22-12) and controlled the ball for 32:17 but still got blown out of their own building. That's what six turnovers will do. In the previous game, they became the first team in NFL history to lose a game after posting 40 minutes of possession time, 200 rushing yards and committing no turnovers. 5. Trust me, it'll get worse. It always does in this type of season. 6. I give Percy Harvin credit for learning enough of the offense in a week to play 44 of 84 snaps, but I have to question how he was used. He played mostly on the outside, especially early in the game. Instead of getting the ball in his hands on quick passes and handoffs, helping Smith against a formidable Buffalo pass rush, the Jets tried to turn him into something he's not -- a downfield receiver. Harvin didn't get his first touch until the second quarter, a quick screen. By then, it was 21-7. This smacked of the Jets trying to placate Harvin, who doesn't want to be known as a gadget player. Or maybe it was Mornhinweg trying to show he's smarter than Harvin's former coaches. 7. Bravo, Saalim Hakim. 8. It didn't stop me from picking the Jets to win this game, but there was a sense in the locker room last week that the season was over. They invested a lot in the New England game, approaching it as a last stand, and the utter deflation was evident in the aftermath. 9. I asked T.J. Graham three times if they worked on that attempted throwback play in practice last week, and three times I didn't get a direct answer. Could you imagine if Harvin had thrown the lateral? It would've been Butt Fumble-esque. 10. I'll leave you with this: The Bills generated six takeaways in the game. The Jets have three for the entire season. Go ahead, feel free to scream. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt39 Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 I get the sense with Geno he was overly satisfied with his performance against the Patriots and decided to coast with his preparation for the Bills. I thought it was evident he wasn't ready to play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgb Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 6. I give Percy Harvin credit for learning enough of the offense in a week to play 44 of 84 snaps, but I have to question how he was used. He played mostly on the outside, especially early in the game. Instead of getting the ball in his hands on quick passes and handoffs, helping Smith against a formidable Buffalo pass rush, the Jets tried to turn him into something he's not -- a downfield receiver. Harvin didn't get his first touch until the second quarter, a quick screen. By then, it was 21-7. This smacked of the Jets trying to placate Harvin, who doesn't want to be known as a gadget player. Or maybe it was Mornhinweg trying to show he's smarter than Harvin's former coaches. percy doesn't want to play the slot--he was upset with this role in SEA. no way Rex uses a guy how he doesn't want to be used. it's not leadership to be well liked because you let people do whatever they want, it is leadership to lead. and that's how you get respect. Rex has an undying need to be well-liked... generally a bad trait in coaches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arsis Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 They are who we thought they were! Or something. Jets suck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jets Voice of Reason Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 I can't believe this franchise has gone from Chad Pennington to Kellen Clemens to Mark Sanchez to Geno Smith. Why do we deserve this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RutgersJetFan Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 Lol @ #9. And Rex's comment about trying to create a spark. Hey I know, let's run a play that we haven't practiced. But that's not on coaching. No. Not at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 percy doesn't want to play the slot--he was upset with this role in SEA. no way Rex uses a guy how he doesn't want to be used. it's not leadership to be well liked because you let people do whatever they want, it is leadership to lead. and that's how you get respect. Rex has an undying need to be well-liked... generally a bad trait in coaches. JETNATION FOREVER! Rex does not pay any attention to the lineup! Rex is insisting on specific formations and where certain players are used! Nevermind the fact that Harvin was used in the slot, backfield and outside and constantly put in motion. Rex needs to be liked! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgb Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 JETNATION FOREVER! Rex does not pay any attention to the lineup! Rex is insisting on specific formations and where certain players are used! Nevermind the fact that Harvin was used in the slot, backfield and outside and constantly put in motion. Rex needs to be liked! lol glad to see you coming around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgb Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 Lol @ #9. And Rex's comment about trying to create a spark. Hey I know, let's run a play that we haven't practiced. But that's not on coaching. No. Not at all. "That was on me," Rex Ryan after the game. "I was just trying to give us a spark. With the way Percy was returning the ball, I thought everyone would attack him and not think about a throwback. I think they did an outstanding job of playing it. Percy was heads-up enough to not throw it over there." What a moron. Harvin was returning kicks like a beast (one of few bright spots yesterday)--so LETS STOP DOING IT!!! THAT'LL FOOL EM! Whatever happened to the "if it is working, make them stop it" mentality? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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