All the Jets have to do is run the ball and control the game, its that simple. There is no need to even pass the ball much against the Broncos D. We want to keep our D off of the field and fresh for Ortons pass heavy offense. On defense: The Bronco's run game is terrible, so our defense has to just worry about the pass threat. Orton isn't good under pressure either, so I expect a lot of blitzing and trying to force a turnover so that once again the offense can just grind it out. Broncos don't have much to bring really. Unless you're Peyton Manning, having a good passing game and nothing else, doesn't cut it most of the time. I think we make Orton look like a deer in headlights and I'm gonna be bold enough to say 27-13 Jets.
I'm thinking 31-14 Jets. Orton throws for 300+, but with two picks. The two Bronco's tds are long passes, no sustained drives to speak of for their O. Sanchez throws his first pick, but throws 2 touchdowns, one to keller and one to holmes. 300 yards rushing with Brad Smith earning a good chunk of it on some big plays.
i love that movie so much. All in all, Jets SHOULD win although the Denver passing game matchup vs the Jets D should be an entertaining chess match
Broncos will not be able to stop the jets from running. They also won't be able to get the Jets passing game with a corner & pass rusher missing this game. As long as Sanchez avoids Bailey & double coverage, he'll have an easy time. Broncos have an incredibly good passing game which makes them able to strike quick. Not expecting much playing time from Revis so that leaves Cromartie & Coleman & Wilson on nickel. Wilson will probably get lit up badly. Jets once again giving up the 3rd & long consistently but holding some of the Broncos drives to FG Jets 42 ... Broncos 27
When did Kyle Orton become Peyton Manning? His passing stats are overblown. I will say that he at least has kept the INTs down. I'm not saying he won't pass for a lot of yards against the Jets, but they'll be garbage-time yards. He's not a bad QB, but he isn't an elite one either.
I mean not to disrespect the Broncos, but I see this potentially being like the Bills game. The JETS will play keep away, control the clock and put points on the board. The Broncos will be forced to pass, the JETS will blitz all day, Orton will make some mistakes. He has had some good numbers this year, but he hasn't played the JETS. They lost to JAX, IND and Baltimore (A very good D) and wins over SEA and TENN. His numbers are a bit inflated based on 476 yards against INDY ... in a loss no less. Ground and Pound will be the name of the game. JETS 32-17
Looking far ahead at this game on the schedule, it concerned me. Since then developments have sort of balanced out: Jenks going down, Revis playing hurt and with mediocrity, but on the other hand I didn't think Denver's running game would be THIS poor. Thanks to the OP for the analysis. Good job. But I think some intangibles go into it as well. Denver at home - I believe Denver has the best home field advantage in the league. The short week adds to that. What this means as a practical matter is that the Jets want to be comfortably in the lead before the last 20 minutes of the game. Otherwise they are at risk of losing it. The role of the bye week coming up is also a bit of a factor. Those here talking about resting players - you have to wonder whether that is also going through the Jets' minds. I think Ryan doesn't let that happen, but it's a challenge. But the main thing is the Broncos are the type of team that, right now, seems strongest where the Jets are weakest, and that is not merely the overall numbers they are getting in the passing game but the way they can spread it around to real talent. Lloyd, Royal and Gaffney are all quality wideouts, and unless Revis plays and contributes, will present matchup problems. The Jets pass rush will be key. How effective will Pace be? He was not too impressive against the Vikes, and is obviously working himself into shape. Here's the thing - against three wideout sets, how often will the Jets go to man coverage? On all three? Probably not much without Revis. I happen to think Revis probably will play, but without much effectiveness. Even with him Denver is a tough matchup for the Jet pass D. This will be a very tough challenge for the CS, imo. Blitzing against Denver certainly will have its upside. Orton is not a scrambler, and others have noted he can get flustered. How much pressure can a four man rush get on him? Things could go right, the pass rush could be there, Revis not only plays but plays better, and the Jets get well ahead in the score. While that would be nice, I don't think it all happens. The Jet O will still have its way for the most part with Denver's D, but Denver will score points. Jets 28, Denver 24.
I think the Jets will utilize the running game moreso...to keep Orton on the sideline and rule the Time of Possession stat. Let's just hope that the majority of these long drives result in TDs and not FGs. Jets 21 , Broncos 13
I've been confident we would win every game so far this year, even the Ravens game. This one is different though, I'm even more confident about this game then even the Bills game. The only teams they've beaten so far are the Seahawks and the Titans, Seattle is a very shaky team, getting spanked by the Rams is proof. The Titans have only beaten crap teams themselves, yes that includes the Giants. The Broncos will be in this one until the opening kickoff then we will take the game over. We should be able to run all over them and I expect Sanchez to have a very efficient game. Denver is 25th in points allowed a game at 23.2 per, (We're 6th BTW). The Stat that I love the most this year because we lead in it is point differential we are at +54, the next closest team is the Falcons at +43. Also we are 3rd in Points For, only behind the Chargers and Colts. Jets- 34 Broncos - 9
34-10 Jets McKnight is active and puts up 50 yds in the 4th after LT and Greene put 100 each in the first 3 D holds the Broncos to 35 yds rushing, 250 passing with 1 TD 2 INTs
Prediction? Orange Crush(ed). The Jets should be able to do anything they like offensively, and I'm guessing that with the ability to control the ball and the clock, Rex is going to figure that the best way to halt the Denver passing attack is to crush Orton. After getting spun on by Fahvruh last week Gholston just may break into the sack column.
28-10 JETS Greene and LT tear them apart. Sanchez throws for over 200. D pics Orton 2x....once for a pick 6. Denver doesn't get enough TOP to generate enough offense to win this one - even through the air......
Pettine better plan for E.Royal....McDaniels uses him like he did Welker in NWE. Orton has also shown that he can get the ball out of his hands pretty quick. I believe the Jets win this game....but they better take the methodical approach...and ground n' pound the shit out of the Denver D.....keep the Den offense off the field....I don't want to get into a shootout with these guys....not with the way our Pass D has been playing.
Orton plays into the strenghts of the secondary even with his big numbers. Wilson only gets beat deep and has been excellent on TE's and Welker. Orton doesn't go deep so Wilson should be able to have his best game as a pro. If Revis can be effective I am very confident in the Revis/Cro/Coleman trio.
