Most eyes will be on Davante Adams when the Jets offense is on the field, as expected. He could very well win his matchup against Patriots cornerback Jonathan Jones, but Jones is likely the Pats’ best player in the secondary. That will leave Gonzalez on Wilson which is a matchup the Jets should take advantage of.
LB CJ Mosley vs. RB Rhamondre Stevenson
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With rookie Drake Maye now starting at quarterback for the Patriots, stopping Stevenson out of the backfield will be even more important than the first time these two sides met. Make Maybe beat you and Mosley will be the one leading the Jets defense against New England’s backfield.
DE Haason Reddick vs. OL Demontrey Jacobs
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Reddick just ended his holdout and his debut will be a huge chance to make a splash in his first game with the Jets. He’s going up against Jacobs, who is the worst-rated offensive tackle in the entire NFL via Pro Football Focus‘ metrics.
C.J. Mosley gives injury update ahead of Jets vs. Broncos
New York Jets linebacker CJ Mosley is in good spirits, but he admits he’s unsure of his status for his team’s upcoming game.
Earlier this week, New York head coach Robert Saleh mentioned that Mosley’s health is a day-to-day situation. The coach added the Jets don’t want his toe injury to “become a problem.”
In terms of the player himself, Mosley does not sound ready to rush back into the lineup either.
“I’m feel pretty good,” Mosley said. “Not much I can do for that area.”
So far this week, Mosley has not practiced. His game-time status has not yet been released by the team but from the sounds of it Mosley could end up being listed as questionable. If he improves by Saturday, the 32-year-old could be active for the first time since Week 2.
Mosley’s full injury update he provided can be found in the SNY clip below:
C.J. Mosley says he’s feeling “pretty good” and will take it day by day
He is preparing as if he’ll play, but he won’t know if he’ll be ready until this weekend pic.twitter.com/bijoswSAJ4
Jets’ Robert Saleh provides CJ Mosley, Morgan Moses injury updates
New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh provided two injury updates early this week ahead of facing the Denver Broncos in Week 4.
On Wednesday, Saleh provided new information on the likes of linebacker CJ Mosley and offensive lineman Morgan Moses.
In terms of facing the Broncos, Mosley has a better chance per Saleh. He initially injured his toe in Week 2 against the Tennessee Titans. In saying “it’s going to come up to it,” Saleh made it sound as if Mosley will be a game-time decision for the Jets (2-1) ahead of Sunday’s 1 p.m. kickoff against the Broncos (1-2).
On Moses, it was a much clearer picture. His knee injury sustained last week will keep him out for a couple of games. However, Moses will not be placed on injured reserve, so he could just miss one or two outings.
Saleh’s full updates on both players can be found in the SNY clips below:
C.J. Mosley will not practice today for the Jets
Saleh on his status: “It’s going to come up to it…we’ll see how things go. We want to make sure this toe doesn’t become a problem.” pic.twitter.com/lUAz2N973n
3 keys to a Jets victory vs. the Patriots in Week 3:
The New York Jets will hope to add a win to their 2024 record in Week 3. The team will host the New England Patriots at MetLife Stadium on Thursday.
As usual, it will never be a walk in the park in the NFL. If the Jets (1-1) expect to beat the Pats (1-1), there will be a few key things New York will have to focus on against New England.
It will have to be a full-team effort, make no mistake. But these factors could weigh heavy on whether or not New York grab a win or loss at home.
Here are three keys to the Jets pulling out a victory against the Patriots:
Keep stepping up
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The Jets are likely to have multiple players on defense missing in their home opener. Pass rusher Jermaine Johnson (Achilles) is out. Linebacker CJ Mosley (toe) is listed as questionable. Cornerbacks Michael Carter II (ankle) and DJ Reed (knee) will play but are not going to be 100 percent and others could rotate in.
Head coach Robert Saleh has to put his players in the best positions to make sure the defense doesn’t miss a beat. Specifically, the Jets need to slow down Patriots rushers Rhamondre Stevenson and Antonio Gibson.
Give Aaron time
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The Jets had one of their best offensive line performances in a long time against the Tennessee Titans during their 24-17 win last week. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers does not look like his Hall of Fame resume as of now, but if you give him time, he can clearly get the ball in the right places.
Establish the run
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The story of the 2024 Jets through two games are running backs Breece Hall and Braelon Allen. Both of them performed well in their own right–And link this to the key above is factual as well.
If Hall and Allen keep rolling (the offensive line must continue to help here), it will keep the Patriots defense on their toes. That will allow Rodgers to get to ball out to the likes of Garrett Wilson & Co. at the playmaker positions. The Patriots won’t stand much of a chance if this happens.
Jets’ Robert Saleh updates injuries for Michael Carter II, CJ Mosley, DJ Reed
New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh provided both good and injury news on Monday. Following his team’s 24-17 Week 2 win over the Tennessee Titans, Saleh noted three names.
At the top, linebacker Jermaine Johnson (Achilles) has indeed sustained a season-ending injury. But the player gave us that news, not the coach.
Ahead of facing the New England Patriots (1-1) in Week 3’s “Thursday Night Football” matchup, we now have more context on the statuses of cornerback Michael Carter II, linebacker CJ Mosley and cornerback DJ Reed thanks to Saleh.
On the negative side of the ledger, the ankle injury Carter has is not going anywhere. The coach did say the Jets are “hopeful” Carter can play against the Pats but added his ankle is going to be a problem for the foreseeable future. Carter featured in a limited role against the Titans.
Relating to Mosley and Reed, they did not fare as well in Tennessee. Reed (knee) did not play. Mosley started but left the game and did not return because of a toe injury.
#Jets at #Titans: 3 key matchups to watch in Week 2:
The New York Jets will visit the Tennessee Titans in their upcoming Week 2 matchup.
Even with it being big early season AFC clash, it will still be the games, within the game, that will make all the difference.
Here are three key matchups to watch during Sunday’s Jets (0-1) at Titans (0-1) matchup:
WR Allen Lazard vs. CB Chidobe Awuzie
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Despite the Jets’ season-opening loss being pretty poor all around on offense despite starting the game with a touchdown, the Lazard connection with quarterback Aaron Rodgers was evident throughout the game. The peak moment was the touchdown catch Lazard had from Rodgers.
With L’Jarius Sneed likely covering Garrett Wilson, Lazard will be tasked with beating Awuzie. Pro Football Focus gave Awuzie a solid 67.1 grade for his work in Week 1.
OL Joe Tippmann vs. DT Jeffery Simmons
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Perhaps the biggest key to getting the Jets offense moving is establishing a running game. That will give Rodgers space to work.
Simmons has long been one of the NFL’s top interior defenders. Tippmann, along with guards John Simpson and Alijah Vera-Tucker will need to keep him away from running back Breece Hall.
LB CJ Mosley vs. RB Tony Pollard
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The Titans had a great game rushing the ball in Week 1 despite a loss to the Chicago Bears. Tennessee had 140 rushing yards as a team, 82 of those coming from Pollard.
On the flip side, as an entire defense the Jets have to improve against an opponent’s’ ground game. Mosley can’t do that all on his own, but as the quarterback of the New York defense, he has to do all he can to lead that side of the ball.
Williams and Mosley will need to work collaboratively to neutralize Kittle on intermediate and underneath pass routes. With the aid of defensive end Jermaine Johnson and a tenacious pass rush, the Jets should have success halting the 49ers pass attack.
At six-foot two-inches and 231-pounds, Mosley has the size needed to be physical with Kittle at the line of scrimmage. Williams on the other hand, possesses agility and quickness. which can interchangeably agitate 49ers’ running back Christian McCaffrey and wide receiver Debo Samuel out of the backfield.
On paper, the Jets matchup exceptionally well with the 49ers. When Jets’ defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich will opts for the blitz, it will be interesting to see if 49ers’ quarterback Brock Purdy remains composed and accurate. The tenacity of the Jets defense may yield some crucial turnovers in this matchup.
Williams and Mosley will be key components if the Jets are to prevail on Monday Night Football in week 1.
In 32 days, Kalen DeBoer will usher in a new era of Alabama Crimson Tide football, replacing the legendary [autotag]Nick Saban[/autotag] as head coach in Tuscaloosa.
Coach DeBoer and the Crimson Tide will take on the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers on Aug. 31 to kick off the 2024 college football season inside Bryant-Denny Stadium.
At Roll Tide Wire, we will count down the days until Alabama football takes the field.
With 32 days remaining, we look at a former standout linebacker for the Crimson Tide, C.J. Mosley.
Mosley was a dominating force at inside linebacker for the Tide from 2010-13 where he accumulated 317 tackles, 23 tackles for loss, 6.5 sacks, and five interceptions.
Mosley has continued his success in the NFL as he is considered one of the top inside linebackers in the game and currently plays for the New York Jets.
