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3 keys to a Jets victory vs. the Titans in Week 2

3 keys to a #Jets victory vs. the #Titans in Week 2:

The New York Jets will hope to add a win to their record in 2024 in Week 2. The team will visit the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium on Sunday.

As usual, it will never be a walk in the park in the NFL. If the Jets (0-1) expect to beat the Titans (0-1), there will be a few key things New York will have to focus on against Tennessee.

It will have to be a full-team effort, make no mistake. But these factors could weigh heavy on whether or not New York leave Tennessee with a win or loss.

Here are three keys to the Jets pulling out a victory against the Titans:

Actually stop the run

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The Jets did not have to face All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 1. It didn’t matter as backup Jordan Mason put up more than 140 yards on the ground with a touchdown. New York head coach Robert Saleh vowed the defense will be better, which is a good idea, because it’s a huge key to this game.

Make a bad QB bad

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In the Titans’ opener against the Chicago Bears, running back Tony Pollard looked pretty good. Quarterback Will Levis did not. The Jets need to make the same thing happen defensively, which is easier said than done with how poorly New York’s defense got to the quarterback against the Niners.

Establish the run

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Getting running back Breece Hall on a roll, in itself, is good. However, the real key here is balance. If the Jets offensive line can make some room for Hall to work, that will allow quarterback Aaron Rodgers to do the same–again–something that did not happen last weekend.

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Jets’ Robert Saleh says another playmaker will get involved more on offense

#Jets’ Robert Saleh says another playmaker will get involved more on offense:

The New York Jets could soon have some reinforcements coming to their offense.

In the form of a player already on their roster.

The Jets (0-1) only saw veteran receiver Mike Williams on the field for nine snaps in their season-opening loss to the San Francisco 49ers. In limited time, he did not get on the stat sheet.

Following a knee injury in 2023, Williams told the New York Post he’s fine with the slow-and-steady approach.

“Just kind of slowly building up. It’s what I expected,” Williams said.

But according to head coach Robert Saleh, that could soon change.

“So yes, long story short, we’re trying to get him on the field more,” Saleh said.

Williams, 29, has had two 1,000-yard seasons in his career while with the Los Angeles Chargers.

Connor McGovern returned to Jets to ‘be part of something special’

What McGovern and Saleh had to say about reunion:

Offensive lineman Connor McGovern is back with the New York Jets.

According to both sides, it just was a reunion that made sense.

McGovern, 31, appeared destined for retirement. Now he’s a member of New York’s practice squad after re-signing with the team following a tryout earlier this week.

McGovern played in New York from 2020 up until last season as the team’s starting center. An MCL and knee injury ended his 2023 season after seven games played.

On Thursday, McGovern told ESPN that despite telling family he was leaning toward retirement… he decided to keep himself in shape this offseason.

The Jets came calling and here we are–But why?

From McGovern’s perspective, he felt optimistic about Gang Green in 2024 like many. With quarterback Aaron Rodgers making his second debut this season, hopes are high, and McGovern did not want to be on the outside looking in.

“If or when this team goes to the playoffs and if I wasn’t helping in some capacity, I’d be pretty disappointed,” he said. “I had to come have another ride with this group and be a part of something special.”

As for the Jets, it made even more sense. Last week, New York put backup center Wes Schweitzer on injured reserve because of a hand injury.

Replacing Schweitzer with a familiar face was the objective, head coach Robert Saleh said.

Saleh’s explanation can be found in the clip below:

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Jets’ Robert Saleh: ‘We’re going to get the defense fixed, it’s not a problem’

#Jets’ Robert Saleh: ‘We’re going to get the defense fixed, it’s not a problem’

It was a big loss on opening day for the New York Jets.

Even so, the panic button is not being pressed. The San Francisco 49ers took the Week 1 “Monday Night Football” matchup in a 32-19 final.

That emotion was being expressed by both players and coaches… and this message was sent out both after the game in the locker room and one day later.

“We’ve got to be better,” cornerback Sauce Gardner told reporters.

“I think a lot of stuff is correctable,” quarterback Aaron Rodgers added. “We’ll bounce back next week.”

But Gardner and Rodgers are not the man at the top. That’s head coach Robert Saleh.

Regardless, New York’s bench boss echoed the same message.

“It’s a 17-game season, we’ve got 16 left,” Saleh said. “I know we’re going to get the defense fixed. It’s not a problem.”

The first test for the Jets (0-1) in that rebound effort is the Tennessee Titans (0-1) on Sunday in Week 2.

For more from Saleh, see the attached Sportsnet New York clip below:

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Quincy Williams & CJ Mosley must cover TE George Kittle in Week 1: Jets vs. 49ers

The New York Jets will rely on LB Quincy Williams and CJ Mosley to slow down San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle in week 1.

The New York Jets will rely on linebackers Quincy Williams and CJ Mosley to slow down San Francisco 49ers tight-end George Kittle in week 1.

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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.

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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.

Robert Saleh sounded like he was in denial over Haason Reddick’s Week 1 Jets status amid holdout

Robert Saleh is talking himself into something that isn’t going to happen.

There’s no sense in beating around the bush.

With a healthy Aaron Rodgers back in the fold, Robert Saleh knows his New York Jets have to deliver and win a lot of ball games this year if he wants to stay on as head coach. This frail mindset likely colors Saleh’s clear denial about whether disgruntled pass-rusher Haason Reddick will be available in Monday night’s season opener against the San Francisco 49ers.

On Thursday, Saleh noted that Reddick still hasn’t shown up to the Jets facility, as his holdout officially stretches past six weeks. Reddick is seeking a contract extension that New York hasn’t been willing to give out, and thus, he requested a trade earlier this offseason if his demands won’t be met.

I hate to be the bearer of bad news for Saleh, but if a key player literally hasn’t practiced with your team since the spring, and it’s now Thursday of a game week — traditionally, the ramp-down day of an NFL week regular season — AND your team is traveling on the road, then … he’s probably not going to play!

Call it a really good hunch:

I understand Saleh and the Jets are still hoping Reddick eventually wreaks havoc for them on the defensive edge. By no means does his absence now rule him out for the rest of the season if both sides can reach an agreement soon. They should speak openly and optimistically about getting him back in their uniform but do it with a dose of realism.

Let’s not kid ourselves, even if it’s a combination of denial and gamesmanship (PSST, there’s no chance the 49ers have prepared for Reddick to play). Reddick is very likely not playing in the Jets’ opener.

The sooner Saleh and Co. make peace with that, their team will be better off.

Robert Saleh will change the narrative for the New York Jets in 2024

New York Jets HC Robert Saleh may finally see his vision come to fruition this NFL season.

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh has remained optimistic in spite of many team shortcomings.

Saleh’s morale has helped build team chemistry within the locker room and he may finally change the narrative in 2024. 



Saleh took over as the Jets head coach believing that quarterback Zach Wilson would materialize. Well, Saleh saw so many changes at his QB1 position over the years, it was likely making his head spin.

Saleh isn’t an offensive mastermind anyway, but his defensive genius has been indicative.

The Jets led the NFL in opponent pass yards allowed last season, clamping down versus some of the most competitive quarterbacks in the NFL.

This season, Saleh has a reputable quarterback, a solid batch of elite defensive players, and tons of youth at the running back position to change the narrative for his team. Saleh has his alliance built, fully trusting the expertise of offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett and defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich.



Unbothered by the criticism, the Jets’ have continued to stay optimistic behind Saleh through the ups and downs. In 2024, Saleh may finally see his vision come into fruition with a team playoff berth.

New York Jets WR Garrett Wilson has quick hands & feet

New York Jets WR Garrett Wilson has the quick hands and & needed to maneuver pass NFL DB’s trying to jam him at the line of scrimmage

Within Offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett’s offensive attack, New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson may have a huge season in 2024.

Hackett’s offense has the potential to be very possessive in 2024. With running back Braelon Allen, Breece Hall, and Isaiah Davis toting the ball on the ground, Wilson may be a recipient of many play action passes.

Quick slants, drags, out-routes, and fades may be routes that Wilson excels with in 2024. Especially with Aaron Rodgers playing quarterback for him.

 
 
 
 
 
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Wilson has quick hands and feet to help maneuver pass defensive backs attempting to jam him at the line of scrimmage. Ball distribution strategies will create isolation opportunities for Wilson as well as slot wide receiver Malachi Corley in 2024.

Jets wide receiver Mike Williams flashes in practice

Mike Williams is making progress for the Jets.

According to New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh, wide receiver Mike Williams made progress in Thursday’s practice as he recovers from a knee injury that cut short his 2023 season.

Saleh made his comments on Thursday to the assembled media following practice. Williams, who signed with the Jets this offseason after seven years with the Los Angeles Chargers, is potentially a big piece for his new team’s offense.

And the fact that he is rounding into form is a good sign for the Jets.

Williams was limited to three games in 2023 because of an ACL injury. Last season, he had 19 catches for 249 yards and a touchdown. Two years ago he was among the top wide receivers in the AFC with 63 catches for 895 yards and four touchdowns.

But it looks like Williams will take the field for the Jets for their season opener.

“He’s going to be available Week 1, but to expect him to be 100 percent? No,” Saleh told reporters.

“We’re going to be very smart with how we use him, but he’s going to be plenty available to make his mark felt.”

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As for how Williams looked in practice, Saleh was pleased.

“He got back with the team, actually had a really nice day today. I think he had like four or five catches and well over 100 yards, but I thought he had a really nice day today,” Saleh said about Williams’ performance on Thursday.

Robert Saleh believes Javon Kinlaw could be poised ‘to do something special’ with the Jets

Robert Saleh believes in Javon Kinlaw’s potential impact with the Jets.

Javon Kinlaw has made it through training camp and preseason healthy in what is a potentially huge development for the New York Jets.

Signed by the Jets this offseason as a free agent, the 6-foot-5, 319-pound Kinlaw had 25 total tackles and a career-high 3.5 sacks in 2023 in 17 games with the San Francisco 49ers. He was a first round pick out of South Carolina in the 2020 NFL draft.

This is a potential bounceback season for Kinlaw, who ended each of the 2021 and 2022 seasons on Injured Reserve. He played in every game last year for the 49ers, but piecing together consecutive seasons of regular snaps would be huge for his career.

For head coach Robert Saleh, this has been a good offseason for Kinlaw.

“Knock on wood for him, he’s felt good all of camp,” Saleh told reporters on Saturday.

“He’s taken every single rep. He feels like he’s in a really good place both physically and mentally. And because of the fact that he’s been able to take all these reps, we’ve been able to help him really hone in on his game. When you’re in and out of the lineup, you’re just playing, you’re not locking into a technique or anything. To his credit, he’s found a way to get himself healthy and he’s bought into everything that we preach on the d-line with regards to technique and all that stuff. Really looking forward to seeing what he does this year. I think he has a chance to do something special for himself.”

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As a rookie in 2020, Kinlaw had 33 total tackles and 1.5 sacks (as well as an interception) in 14 games. Similar production alongside Pro Bowl defensive tackle Quinnen Williams would be huge for the Jets.