Jets-Redskins: New York Hands Washington a Sloppy Victory

I watch Thomas Jones play, and I feel like it’s still Kevan Barlow out there. There’s no spark to his runs; there's no fight. He might be one of the most aggravating players to watch. I’m all for a big back that can wear down a defense, but he doesn’t play like a big back.

The Jets might want to abandon the feature-back approach and go with a committee this season. Keeping Leon Washington and Jesse Chatman on the sidelines while Jones stumbles forward for three or four yards won’t cut it anymore.

Defensively, the line played a whole lot better. Jenkins was plugging up the middle and stifling most running plays.

Early in the game, the first defensive unit allowed Ladell Betts to break for 16 yards. Taking advantage of a bad decision by Calvin Pace, Betts slid between the blockers as Pace overcommitted.

The defense also let up a massive 73-yard run by the Redskins’ Rock Cartwright. That drive ended with the only good thing James Ihedigbo did the entire evening, when he intercepted the ball in the red zone.

The secondary played fairly well for most of the game, but the defense really stepped it up inside their own 20. They managed to force field goals when touchdowns looked inevitable.

With the Giants’ preseason game coming up next weekend, the Jets’ have to be better prepared. Some of these guys fighting for roster spots need to step up immediately.

It’s going to be a tough week at practice for the Jets. Mangini’s frustration was obvious. Even if exhibition games don’t count towards the regular season, Mangini preaches clean play. The Jets can’t allow these errors to happen again.

Bumps & Bruises
WR David Clowney left the game with a shoulder injury. The severity is unknown.

Angel Navedo is the Head Writer at NYJetsFan.com, boasting Jet Fuel Radio, frequently updated news and opinions, and a premier fan community.

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