The problem is that running the ball takes up a lot of time. If you start out with a 10 play drive that takes 10 minutes off the clock, you better score, because if you don't, you're going to have to do it all over again. Talking about mistakes, who's likely to make more mistakes, a team that takes 10 plays to score, or a team that takes 3 plays to score? Another problem with running is in the 4th quarter. If you're behind, you can't continue to run because you need to conserve the clock to catch up. Now you have to go to the weaker part of your game, passing, and your opposing defense knows it, making it easier to defend. I'm an old-timer and love to see a grind-it-out on the ground football game. That's one reason I like the Army-Navy game. You don't see 10 passes thrown the whole game. However, like it or not, the game has evolved and teams that can throw are having the most success.
eating up time with the ball in your hands is good, especially when you are at a talent disadvantage, and the Jets usually are
Grok, please make this post readable. TU. nucleus. All that's left is one more receiver. Summary of NY Jets Offense (2009 Offseason) Coaching/Leadership Changes: Eric Mangini fired after 2008 collapse; Rex Ryan hired as head coach. Brett Favre gone; Mark Sanchez and Kellen Clemens compete for QB role. Brian Schottenheimer returns as offensive coordinator with renewed freedom. Offensive Strategy: Shift to power-running game, mirroring Baltimore Ravens’ 2008 model. Three-pronged RB attack: Thomas Jones, Leon Washington, Shonn Greene. Focus on ball control to protect inexperienced QB (Sanchez or Clemens). Offensive Line: Key to success; all five starters (including Alan Faneca, Damien Woody, Brandon Moore) return. Turned Jones into AFC’s leading rusher in 2008; critical for 2009 run-heavy approach. Running Backs: Jones (AFC’s top rusher), Washington (5.9 YPC, underutilized), Greene (rookie) to share carries, similar to Baltimore’s McClain, McGahee, Rice. Jones and Washington skip OTAs, seeking new contracts; Washington more likely to get a deal. Battle for potential 5th RB spot: Danny Woodhead, Jehuu Caulcrick, Brannan Southerland. Passing Game: Jerricho Cotchery (reliable WR1) and Dustin Keller (promising TE) are primary targets. Keller’s role as safety valve and big-play threat crucial; needs blocking help (Bubba Franks re-signed, more TE help needed). WR2 battle among Chansi Stuckey, David Clowney, Brad Smith; Clowney favored but unproven. Potential veteran WR addition (e.g., Plaxico Burress, Amani Toomer, Marvin Harrison) if current options falter. Quarterback Outlook: Sanchez (16 college starts) preferred but inexperienced; Clemens lacks confidence from staff. Neither expected to match Favre’s 22 INTs or 22 TDs; role is to manage game, avoid mistakes. No veteran mentor likely; Schottenheimer and Matt Cavanaugh to guide Sanchez. Expectations: Conservative, run-heavy offense with Cotchery and Keller as passing anchors. Success hinges on offensive line health and RB production. Limited upside unless Sanchez/Clemens exceed expectations; long-term nucleus includes Sanchez, Washington, Greene, Cotchery, Keller.
