Dylan Tereman
JetNation Positional Preview: A Mixed Bag at Linebacker
As emphasized by both Robert Saleh and Jeff Ulbrich during the offseason and training camp, the linebacker position is most important on their defense. With the implementation of a 4-3 defense, you will typically see the Jets’ base package consist of 3 “stack” linebackers (weakside, middle, strongside) that play over the top of the defensive… Read more
JetNation Positional Preview: Wilson’s Weapons at Wide Receiver
The New York Jets enter the 2021 with a relatively young, but potentially dangerous wide receiver corps. New offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur comes from a system under Kyle Shanahan in San Francisco that loves to utilize separation receivers, more so than the big-body, contested catch types. This positional preference is evident with the veteran acquisitions… Read more
JetNation Position Preview: Sorting out a Stacked Defensive Line
With the hiring of Robert Saleh, former defensive coordinator from San Francisco, as well as Jeff Ulbrich, former Falcons’ DC, the defense will be making a shift from a 3-4 defense to a 4-3 defense. That means it will traditionally include 4 “down linemen” with their hands in the dirt, instead of the outside linebacker… Read more
Second Year Leap: Extended Rookie Season for 2020 Draft Class
Much like everything else in the world during 2020, the landscape surrounding the NFL looked vastly different. While still transitioning back to a sense of normalcy across the league, including fans coming back to the stadiums, some players are beginning to experience a true off-season. Such is the case with the 2020 draft class. This… Read more
System Comparison: Shanahan vs the LaFleur Brothers
One thing Jets fans have heard repeatedly since the hiring of head coach Robert Saleh and offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur is that they should expect the offense to be a carbon copy of what the 49ers have done the last few seasons under Kyle Shannahan. But that could be a bit premature. Why not consider… Read more
Drafted: Zach Wilson; A Closer Look at the Jets new QB
For many, long awaited months, Jets fans engaged in banter across several platforms, all with the same topic, “Who will be the next Jets’ quarterback?” And now we have the answer, and it’s been the most obvious one if you have watched any football media for the last month: Zach Wilson from BYU. Before we… Read more
Jets Case Scenario, Part III: Edge Rusher; Pressure Makes Diamonds
We’re back to cover the defensive side of the ball in another offseason simulation! This time the focus is on pass rushers. The New York Jets haven’t had a consistent pass rusher since John Abraham, who was drafted in the first round of the 2000 NFL Draft. I was 5 years old. Since then, New… Read more
Jets Case Scenario, Part II: Wide Receiver; All Aboard! Pass-Catching Firepower
Now that we have discussed the most important position and looked at who will be the NY Jets quarterback, let’s look at some potential weapons to give the Jets’ signal caller. For 5 years, the Jets have been without a 1,000 yard receiver, last accomplished by Brandon Marshall and Eric Decker in 2015. Before them… Read more
Jets Case Scenario, Part 1: Finding a Franchise Quarterback; Darnold or Draft?
In this hypothetical sequence of articles, we will be exploring several options that the New York Jets can pursue while navigating through what promises to be a wild offseason of constructing a talented roster under new head coach Robert Saleh. First, let’s dive into the fan favorite — quarterback. Are the Jets sold on Sam… Read more
Jets @ Patriots Week 17 Game Recap: Gase’s Sendoff Doesn’t End Sweet
Game Recap For much of the first half, the Jets hung around in the fight against Bill Belichick’s Patriots. The defense only allowed 7 points, despite letting up long gains via the run, including a 49-yard keeper by Cam Newton. Then, the offense established a 10-play, 80-yard drive just before the half to tie the… Read more
Jets @ Patriots Week 17 Inactive List: The Final Chapter
As the 2020 regular season comes to a close, the 2-13 New York Jets prepare to take on the 6-9 New England Patriots. According to multiple sources, the Jets are expected to part ways with Adam Gase following today’s game, regardless of the result. With that in mind, expect the offense to throw out all… Read more
Browns @ Jets Week 16 Game Recap: Jets Win Back-to-Back, Clinch 2nd Pick
Game Recap After the surprising win over the Los Angeles Rams last Sunday, the New York Jets kept the momentum rolling, upsetting the Cleveland Browns 23-16. On the back of the defense’s 3 first half sacks, and a few trick plays on offense, the Jets win back-to-back games. Baker Mayfield was under pressure all afternoon… Read more