{"id":28835,"date":"2015-06-12T00:40:20","date_gmt":"2015-06-12T04:40:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.jetnation.com\/?p=28835"},"modified":"2015-06-12T01:05:38","modified_gmt":"2015-06-12T05:05:38","slug":"ny-jets-offseason-minicamp-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/miletestsite.com\/jets\/2015\/06\/12\/ny-jets-offseason-minicamp-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Offseason Minicamp Review"},"content":{"rendered":"

The three day mandatory minicamp for the Jets has come to a conclusion, and the players will be free to return home and resume their personal workouts in preparation for training camp in July.\u00a0 Here are some of the things that took place during camp:<\/p>\n

Geno SeeSaw<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Geno Smith started out camp reenacting the first Bills game from 2014, by throwing three interceptions<\/a>, and causing mass hysteria<\/a> among fans.\u00a0 The biggest issue with the interceptions were that it happened in the red zone, an area of much concern for the Jets, after finishing dead last in red zone efficiency<\/a> last year.\u00a0 The interceptions rekindled the QB controversy, with backup QB Ryan Fitzpatrick looking better on the first day of camp, albeit with an interception of his own<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0 However, akin a phoenix, Geno rose from the ashes of No. 7 jerseys that were burned, and dominated<\/a> the next two days of practice.\u00a0 Smith looked more comfortable in the offense, and even beat Darrelle Revis on a 70 yard throw<\/a>, to Walter Powell.\u00a0 Most importantly, the stats for these practices don\u2019t matter as much as Geno\u2019s grasp of the offensive system, and the last two days of practice seem to indicate that he\u2019s making strides, and learning from his mistakes.\u00a0 With a strong defense, good running game, and a talented group of WRs, Smith is the key to a successful season for the Jets.<\/p>\n

The Return of Mo<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Mo Wilkerson, reported to mandatory minicamp<\/a>, albeit he still seemed\u00a0 to be upset at his contract situation.\u00a0 Wilkerson said all the right things about wanting to come back to the team, meet the new coaches, and players.\u00a0 The Jets should boast one of the top defensive lines in the league with the return of Wilkerson, causing headaches for opposing quarterbacks this season.\u00a0 Mo\u2019s linemate, Sheldon Richardson, claimed that Wilkerson should get \u201cSuh Money\u201d<\/a>, referencing the $100 million contract given to Ndamukong Suh by the Miami Dolphins this offseason.\u00a0 The Jets, however, hold the leverage in negotiations right now with Wilkerson, since he has one more year left on his rookie contract, and they can franchise tag Wilkerson after the upcoming season.<\/p>\n

Marshall Plan<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Brandon Marshall, made a great catch over Darrin Walls<\/a>, in day 2 of minicamp, providing a glimpse of his abilities in the red zone.\u00a0 The Jets have lacked a true No. 1 WR for years, and the addition of Marshall could go a long way in solving the aforementioned redzone issues.\u00a0 Marshall, however did hurt his toe, sitting out day 3 of minicamp with a stubbed toe<\/a>, however the team does not consider the injury serious.\u00a0 Marshall should be fully healed by the time training camp commences.<\/p>\n

Dexter\u2019s Revenge<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Dexter McDougle is back on the practice field, after sitting out last year with an ACL injury<\/a>, and intercepted<\/a> Geno Smith during day 1 of minicamp.\u00a0 McDougle impressed the Jets last year in training camp, and had a shot at being a starter before getting injured in practice during the preseason.<\/p>\n

Cornerback Abundance<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Jets have an abundance of CBs this season, a stark difference from last year, when players like Marcus Williams were signed off the free agent market, and promptly inserted into the starting lineup.\u00a0 The Jets now have, Revis, Cromartie, Skrine, Milliner, McDougle, Walls, and Williams assembling a formidable depth chart at one of the most crucial spots<\/a> of the Todd Bowles defense.\u00a0\u00a0 Both Walls and Williams were highlighted by the first year head coach during his press conference, for being consistent during minicamp<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0 There may not be another team in the league, that can boast this sort of talent at the CB position, be it the elite level talent at the top, nor the amount of overall talent in depth.<\/p>\n

WR Notes<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Shaq Evans, fighting for a roster spot, looked good in camp<\/a> and made a nice catch in day 3 of minicamp.\u00a0 This is an improvement over last year, when Evans looked lost at training camp, after staying back at school to finish his courses.\u00a0 He is fighting for one the last spots on the roster, since Brandon Marshall, Eric Decker, Jeremy Kerley, and Devin Smith are most likely locked into positions.\u00a0 Kerley, made a great catch in camp<\/a>, as he looks to rebound from a down year in 2014.\u00a0 Devin Smith missed minicamp for personal reasons<\/a>, as his girlfriend is expected to give birth this week.\u00a0 The speedster should be back in time for training camp, and ready to provide a deep threat the Jets have lacked since the ghost of Stephen Hill was seen running aimlessly down the sideline.<\/p>\n

Sudfeld Injured<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Zach Sudfeld is injured, and the extent of these injuries could end up serious.\u00a0 Sophomore Calvin Pryor was over-anxious<\/a> and started to hit players during non contact drills, when the injury occurred.\u00a0 While Sudfeld may not be an important cog in the starting lineup, he did provide decent depth at the TE position, and seeing someone get injured because of contact in non contact drills is discouraging.<\/p>\n

Leonard Williams<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Jets\u2019 first round pick, Leonard Williams got in some work with the first team in nickel packages<\/a> during the minicamp.\u00a0\u00a0 This is a very important development in where Williams might play this year, because the nickel package is very prominent in the Todd Bowles defense.\u00a0 He was the nickel package coach with the Browns from 2001 to 2003<\/a>, and he does have a penchant for playing that personnel package<\/a> from his days in Arizona.<\/p>\n

News from other team\u2019s camps:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n