Embarrassing. Pathetic. There is truly no way to sugarcoat the Jets disappointing performance against the Patriots on Monday night.\u00a0 The Patriots absolutely manhandled Gang Green as evidenced not only by the score, 45-3, or the total yards, 405, but by the look on Rex Ryan’s face at the end of the game.<\/p>\n
Offense<\/strong><\/p>\n Kill the cat-<\/strong> At what point will offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer realize how predictable his offense has become? The wildcat formation has become a joke as everyone knows Brad Smith is just going to run up the middle.\u00a0 In addition the formation tends to get Sanchez out of rhythm and usually results in a third and long situation.\u00a0 Enough with the gimmicks, how about developing a legitimate game plan that includes a conventional offense.\u00a0 Lets keep in mind that this is the same Patriots defense that was lit up by Shaun Hill and the Detroit Lions.<\/p>\n Struggling Sanchez-<\/strong> Quarterback Mark Sanchez had a terrible game but definitely did not get any help from his teammates.\u00a0 Between the mind boggling play calling, the dropped passes, and the receivers quitting on their routes, there were culprits all over the field.\u00a0 The passing game usually gets rolling when the Jets get Dustin Keller involved early in the game.\u00a0 Why do they continue to try to force the ball to the receivers?\u00a0 The repeated third and long situations is only a recipe for disaster.<\/p>\n Get a grip Santonio-<\/strong> So let me get this straight you are getting humiliated on national television and you showboat after a meaningless catch? Are you kidding me?<\/p>\n Defense<\/strong><\/p>\n D for disaster-<\/strong> I think it is more than obvious that opposing teams have found a way to attack Rex Ryan’s defense.\u00a0 The Jets are having a hard time generating any type of pass rush, which is exposing their weaknesses in the secondary.\u00a0 Sure the loss of Jim Leonhard hurts, but guys like Jason Taylor and Shaun Ellis are really struggling to get to the quarterback.\u00a0 At some point Rex Ryan may have to reconsider his aggressive ways if they continue to allow huge plays in the passing game.<\/p>\n Special Teams<\/strong><\/p>\n Nothing special-<\/strong> Was anyone really surprised that Nick Folk missed that 53 yard kick? I think it was more surprising that the Jets even put him in the situation.\u00a0 And what in the world happened to punter Steve Weatherford? A 12-yard punt? What an absolutely putrid performance by Weatherford.<\/p>\n Overall<\/strong><\/p>\n The Jets were thoroughly beaten on and off the field on Monday night.\u00a0 Rex Ryan was completely outcoached by Bill Belichick while his team looked lost and overwhelmed under the big lights.\u00a0 This is as embarrassing of a loss that you can have in the NFL, and it happened in the biggest game of the year for the Jets.\u00a0 Unbelievable.<\/p>\n Moving Forward<\/strong><\/p>\n You will learn a lot about Rex Ryan and his team based on the way they bounce back this Sunday against the rival Dolphins.\u00a0 Will the team come out angry and motivated to right the ship or will they be flat from an emotional letdown?\u00a0 It will be very interesting to see the psyche of this team on Sunday.\u00a0 In my eyes this is a must win for the Jets.<\/p>\n Playoffs<\/strong><\/p>\n While this loss will sting for a while, the Jets are still in contention for the division.\u00a0 A win against the Dolphins combined with a Patriots loss to the Bears and Gang Green is tied for the division lead.\u00a0 Both teams have a tough remaining schedule so all is not lost just yet. While a first round bye would be nice, the goal is to make the playoffs.\u00a0 Once you are in, anything can happen as we all saw last year.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Embarrassing. Pathetic. There is truly no way to sugarcoat the Jets disappointing performance against the Patriots on Monday night.\u00a0 The Patriots absolutely manhandled Gang Green as evidenced not only by the score, 45-3, or the total yards, 405, but by the look on Rex Ryan’s face at the end of the game. 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