rick34125 Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 Jets' burning question: Big spenders, big results? June 3, 2008 Vinnie Iyer http://www.sportingnews.com/yourturn/viewtopic.php?t=419248 There has been much buzz about how busy the New York Jets have been during the offseason, spending big money to make a bigger splash in the open market. The question is, will all the racket they made with their wallets translate into enough wins to get them back to the playoffs, where they landed at the end of coach Eric Mangini's rookie season just two years ago? Or is it just white noise for Gang Green? Let's call it something in between. Many things went wrong last season that can't be fixed with one lucrative spree. Even Mangini's magic could no longer mask some of the major problems that had carried over from the Herman Edwards regime. On offense, the team lacked the punch and consistency to sustain drives to score significant points. The defense consistently was stuck on the field for more than half of each game, and the unit struggled mightily against the run. The Jets made some aggressive moves to acquire veterans, but in reality they are a rebuilding team. Two years ago, they drafted left tackle D'Brickashaw Ferguson and center Nick Mangold to be long-term anchors on the offensive line. Last year, the focus was on the defensive back seven and the team came away with two Day 1 gems in cornerback Darrelle Revis and linebacker David Harris. This year, the Jets hope they got special perimeter playmakers for both sides of the ball in edge pass rusher Vernon Gholston and tight end Dustin Keller. That sextet, plus the team's other promising young players, will be the key to allowing Mangini to get the Jets back into contention. The jelling process, however, is in progress. Of all the offseason pickups, the one that is the most logical fit for a youthful nucleus is late-blooming Cardinals linebacker Calvin Pace, 27. He and Harris can shine together as the heart of Mangini's 3-4 defense. Former Steelers left guard Alan Faneca, of course, is the marquee addition, but I think his presence will be more important in helping both Ferguson and Mangold develop than in immediately bringing life to an average running game. The other notable pickups -- right tackle Damien Woody, tight end Bubba Franks, fullback Tony Richardson and defensive tackle Kris Jenkins -- are older players whose best football is behind them. Overall, the team should more productive and consistent in both running the ball and stopping the run. But despite their moves, they still have a major situation that is unresolved -- the one at quarterback. Their options are short-passing veteran Chad Pennington or erratic, big-armed third-year man Kellen Clemens. The team threw around plenty of green, but it won't buy a trip to the playoffs. With the Jets are waiting for their young players to come of age and their quarterback situation to settle down, just getting back to .500 would be a coup. Vinnie Iyer is a writer for Sporting News. E-mail him at viyer@sportingnews.com. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetmant87 Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 heres the thing--every position has a very important role right/?/ if we improved a lot just at left guard i think if we go baack to those close games in 07 the season would have has a totally different outcome IMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rick34125 Posted June 5, 2008 Author Share Posted June 5, 2008 heres the thing--every position has a very important role right/?/ if we improved a lot just at left guard i think if we go baack to those close games in 07 the season would have has a totally different outcome IMO there was a lot more wrong with this team than just the left guard. and it wasn't just the players. the coaching wasn't so hot either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai Jet Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 Jets' burning question: Big spenders, big results? June 3, 2008 Vinnie Iyer http://www.sportingnews.com/yourturn/viewtopic.php?t=419248 There has been much buzz about how busy the New York Jets have been during the offseason, spending big money to make a bigger splash in the open market. The question is, will all the racket they made with their wallets translate into enough wins to get them back to the playoffs, where they landed at the end of coach Eric Mangini's rookie season just two years ago? Or is it just white noise for Gang Green? Let's call it something in between. Many things went wrong last season that can't be fixed with one lucrative spree. Even Mangini's magic could no longer mask some of the major problems that had carried over from the Herman Edwards regime. On offense, the team lacked the punch and consistency to sustain drives to score significant points. The defense consistently was stuck on the field for more than half of each game, and the unit struggled mightily against the run. The Jets made some aggressive moves to acquire veterans, but in reality they are a rebuilding team. Two years ago, they drafted left tackle D'Brickashaw Ferguson and center Nick Mangold to be long-term anchors on the offensive line. Last year, the focus was on the defensive back seven and the team came away with two Day 1 gems in cornerback Darrelle Revis and linebacker David Harris. This year, the Jets hope they got special perimeter playmakers for both sides of the ball in edge pass rusher Vernon Gholston and tight end Dustin Keller. That sextet, plus the team's other promising young players, will be the key to allowing Mangini to get the Jets back into contention. The jelling process, however, is in progress. Of all the offseason pickups, the one that is the most logical fit for a youthful nucleus is late-blooming Cardinals linebacker Calvin Pace, 27. He and Harris can shine together as the heart of Mangini's 3-4 defense. Former Steelers left guard Alan Faneca, of course, is the marquee addition, but I think his presence will be more important in helping both Ferguson and Mangold develop than in immediately bringing life to an average running game. The other notable pickups -- right tackle Damien Woody, tight end Bubba Franks, fullback Tony Richardson and defensive tackle Kris Jenkins -- are older players whose best football is behind them. Overall, the team should more productive and consistent in both running the ball and stopping the run. But despite their moves, they still have a major situation that is unresolved -- the one at quarterback. Their options are short-passing veteran Chad Pennington or erratic, big-armed third-year man Kellen Clemens. The team threw around plenty of green, but it won't buy a trip to the playoffs. With the Jets are waiting for their young players to come of age and their quarterback situation to settle down, just getting back to .500 would be a coup. Vinnie Iyer is a writer for Sporting News. E-mail him at viyer@sportingnews.com. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheSage Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 A good unbiased analysis with some flaws. IF KC shows the accuracy and consistency the CS and fans (even the most ardent CP supporters) desire, this team can be a playoff contender. Outside of the QB question, there is no glaring weakness apparent on this team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LionelRichie Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 there was a lot more wrong with this team than just the left guard. and it wasn't just the players. the coaching wasn't so hot either. you can't polish a turd. the team was so putrid talent-wise last season, specifically on the oline that you can't fairly evaluate the coaching, qb's, or even t jones. let's see what happens this year - there really should be no excuses. if the jets still stink this season its probably time to end the tangini experiment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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