Jets Pride

Sunday, September 20, 2009. The New York Jets, who really weren’t in the first half of the game, came to life in the second half to defeat the New England Patriots 16-9. Mark Sanchez only threw five times in the first half, completing three for fifteen yards but finished the game 14 for 22 for 163 yards with one touchdown and no interceptions. The Jets defensive was outstanding again, keeping pressure of Tom Brady throughout the game. The Jets defense has not allowed a touchdown in their first two games. See this article for more details on the game.

Sunday, September 13, 2009. The Jets defense was outstanding and Sanchez’s passing was spot on (well, except once) as the New York Jets went on to handily defeat the Houston Texans 24-7 in Houston this afternoon. The Jets controlled from the game from start to finish. The defense held the Texan offense to 38 yards rushing and 145 yards passing for only 183 total yards. Sanchez threw 31 passes, completing 18 for 272 yards, one touchdown and one interception. The Jets also rushed for 190 yards giving them 462 total yardage. For more on this game, see this article.

August 30, 2009. The New York Jets defeated the New York Giants in a preseason game 27-25. Mark Sanchez was pretty good and completed 13 0f 20 passes and threw for one touchdown. For more details, see this story.

The New York Jets head coach Rex Ryan named rookie Mark Sanchez as their starting quarterback, choosing him over more experienced Kellen Clemens. Sanchez will be the first rookie to ever start at quarterback for the Jets. Is he ready for this challenge? See this story for one point of view.

Monday, August 24, 2009. The New York Jets lost tonight on Monday night football 24-23. The Jets had a chance at the victory with 22 seconds left but failed on the two point conversion. This was supposed to be Mark Sanchez’s night to shine and claim the starting quarterback job but he did not impress, throwing an interception early on which the Raven ran in for their first touchdown. He completed 3 of 8 for 43 yards. Clemens was next and he he did not impress either, completing 5 of 10 for 60 yards. Third string quarterback Erik Ainge finish the game, leading the reserves to a late touchdown. See this story for more opinion and details.

This article discusses Jerricho Cotchery’s time with the New York Jets and his current position as their number one receiver.

New York Jets coach Rex Ryan has named Vernon Gholston to replace suspended starter Calvin Pace. Pace has been suspended for the first four games of the season for failing the leagues substance abuse test. Gholston, a rookie last season who did not live up to expectations, will be getting another chance to prove himself. See this story for more.

The New York Jets added offensive tackle Nevin McCaskill to their roster. McCaskill was recently released by the Green Bay Packers. He was with the Buffalo Bills in 2007 but was waived before the regular season started.

The New York Jets signed running back  Shonn Greene, their third round draft pick.  The deal is reportably for four years and over 900,000 dollars.  For more, see this story.

Mark Sanchez was outstanding in the New York Jets final mini camp.  Sanchez had just signed a five year deal reportedly worth up to 60 million, with a New York Jets record 28 million guaranteed.  It should turn out to be a interesting battle for the starting quarterback job;  Clemens has also been excellent in the Jets mini camps.  See this article for more on this story.