New York Jets

Don't mess with Peyton Manning. That's what the number one ranked Jets defense learned Sunday afternoon, as they saw their 11-point second quarter lead evaporate under the intense heat of the Colt offense on the way to a 30-17 loss.

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do I think will make it to the Super Bowl in Miami? Read on in this edition of the Opening Drive!

New York Jets at Indianapolis Colts
2:00PM ET CBS

If the New York Jets weren't crazy enough already, just wait if they somehow manage to defeat Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts. They will be insufferable for the two weeks heading into the Super Bowl, and I'm not even talking about the fans. That team is boisterous and confident thanks to their equally as cocky head coach Rex Ryan. All-Pro corner Darelle Revis will be locked against Reggie Wayne, leaving Dallas Clark for the Jet safeties or linebackers to handle. New York's defense should have no problems shutting down the Indy running game, so the pressure is on their secondary to cover Manning's complement of receivers. On the offensive side of the ball, Ryan must ensure rookie QB Mark Sanchez isn't put in dangerous situations. If all goes to plan the Jets will have 40-plus rushing attempts with Shonn Greene and Thomas Jones, keeping Sanchez somewhere in the 18-24 pass attempt range. Any more than that and the Jets cannot win. 

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It was an ugliest of games for the team in the prettiest of cities. After winning 11 straight games to finish the regular season, the San Diego Chargers came out with a resounding thud at home against the Jets on Sunday. Penalties, missed field goals and turnovers formed a perfect storm of suck for the Chargers and kept the Jets in the game until the final quarter where they took and held onto the lead to advance to the AFC championship game with a 17-14 victory.

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Go Cowboys.

New York Jets at San Diego Chargers
4:40PM ET CBS 

After roughing up the Bengals, hopes are high in New York. Their Jets have the number one defense and number running game in the NFL, but Mark Sanchez is the key to the offense's success. His first step is not making mistakes, second is putting up points. Darelle Revis should have been the defensive player of the year, but he'll have his hands full with a probably match-up on the 6'5" Vincent Jackson.

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The New York Jets suppressed the home team Cincinnati Bengals Saturday in a 24-14 victory, despite giving up 171 yards on the ground.

After being shut out last week, the Bengals took advantage of early field position to take a 7-0 lead off a Carson Palmer pass to Laveranues Coles in the endzone. From there it was all Jets. Rookie QB Mark Sanchez completed 12 of his 15 passes for 182 yards, including a well-called bootleg where he found tight end Dustin Keller for 45 yards and a score. Sanchez was backed-up by 164 combined yards on the ground from rookie back Shonn Greene and veteran Thomas Jones. Most importantly, Sanchez didn't turn the ball over.

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ave cost his team a trip to the postseason, whether his other players agree with it or not.

(9-7) New York Jets 37
(10-6) Cincinnati Bengals 0

So the Bengals quit halfway through this game. Let's just get that out of the way. However, they quit after being blown up by the Jets defense. Carson Palmer made solid throws, but his receivers did nothing to help with their numerous drops. Mark Sanchez wasn't asked to do much as the Jets ran the ball 57 times for over 250 yards. Next week (in another wildcard round rematch), the Bengals won't be sitting Cedric Benson and will be throwing everything at the rookie Sanchez. 

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ike the Chiefs to pull of the upset over their AFC West rival.

(10-5) Cincinnati Bengals at (8-7) New York Jets 

For the second straight week, Rex Ryan's Jets could be the beneficiaries of an opponent resting their starters. While I'm sure Bengals players would love to show what they can do against the league's top defense, there's a strong likelihood that these two teams will play again next week if the Jets win. Carson Palmer should not be out there for more than a half. If Mark Sanchez doesn't throw four interceptions against an underrated Bengal secondary, the Jets get this win.

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With the win, John Fox saved his job for one more year.

(8-7) New York Jets 29
(14-1) Indianapolis Colts 15

I've never seen anyone toss away perfection as nonchalantly as Jim Caldwell did on Sunday. The Colts head coached pulled Peyton Manning and other starters out of the game in the third quarter of a game they were winning, giving up on a 19-0 season. It was clear on the sidelines that Manning had no love for the decision as he watched Curtis Painter come in and turn the ball over twice, giving the Jets easy scores and the easy win. Shame on you Jim Caldwell. You owed it to Manning and those players to at least try for perfection. If you lost or were getting blown out, then rest your players. I can't possibly believe this strategy will pay off for the Colts because it hasn't worked for them before. Caldwell should know that.

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with the complete performance they put on against Washington, I think the Giants get the W.

(7-7) New York Jets at (14-0) Indianapolis Colts

Indianapolis signed a quarterback off their practice squad this week, a possible sign of Jim Caldwell's intentions to sit Peyton Manning at some point. The question is: when will he do it? When the Colts are up 30 in the third or at halftime no matter what? Meanwhile, the Jets sure hope he wears a baseball cap for most of the afternoon as their playoff lives are on the line. Keep an eye on the Darelle Revis / Reggie Wayne match-up on the outside. Don't you mess this up Caldwell... I want perfection. I think they keep it going. Colts in a close one.

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Keeping Manning on the sideline is the only way to win.

(4-5) New York Jets at (6-3) New England Patriots

Speaking of last Sunday night, how incredibly furious are the Patriots going to be? As if they needed any extra excuse to pound on a division rival that beat them earlier in the year and then yapped about it to anyone that would listen. Since that win the Jets have gone completely south and are just trying to get keep pace with the 5-5 Dolphins. New England still holds the reins on the division and have a great shot at 11 or 12 wins. Look out New York. I'm just warning ya. 

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(3-4) Miami Dolphins 30
(4-4) New York Jets 25

I think the Jets need to talk a lot less and play a lot better. With Rex Ryan as their coach, they’ve become as talkative and self-aggrandizing as the Ravens, only without the years of solid play as credit. They started out great, but .500 is where most expected this team to hover for the season. In Miami, major props go to Tony Sparano for bringing his team around after some disappointing losses. They may not challenge for a wildcard spot, but they’ll spoil some post-season hopes.

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need to hold a team to under 30 points sometime this season. 

(2-4) Miami Dolphins at (4-3) New York Jets 

The Dolphins are certainly the best 2-4 team in the league. Unfortunately that doesn’t count for much in the NFL. After two consecutive victories, they lost a 21-point lead and eventually lost to the Saints by 12. Getting over that heartbreaker will prove much easier if they can sweep their green division rivals. If Rex Ryan hasn’t learned how his team should defend against Ronnie Brown and the Wildcat, it will be a long day at the Meadowlands. Mark Sanchez rebounded with a solid game against the Raiders, but what quarterback doesn’t? (Besides Donovan McNabb… that one time.)  

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e that has only been with the team a few weeks, it’s impressive.

   

(4-3) New York Jets 38
(2-5) Oakland Raiders 0 

After a great win, Oakland went back to being putrid. JaMarcus Russell threw two interceptions and fumbled in the first half; giving way to back-up Bruce Gradkowski’s getting some game action. For the Jets, it was a desperately needed victory. Dropping to 3-4 would not have been a happy event in the Big Apple. Mark Sanchez eating a hot dog on the bench was amusing enough though. 

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Both have too many issues to be legitimate contenders. 

(3-3) New York Jets at (2-4) Oakland Raiders 

Oakland is coming off a freak win against the Eagles while the Jets have lost their last three outings. Mark Sanchez has been launching interceptions left and right with eight picks in those losses. If they fall in Oakland, the Rex Ryan honeymoon will officially be over. For the Raiders, the rest of this season will be spent deciding if JaMarcus Russell is their quarterback of the future. Hasn’t looked like it to me. Oh Oakland, keep on suckin’!  

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I think it’s safe to say Tom Brady is back. 

(2-4) Buffalo Bills 16
(3-3) New York Jets 13 

HAHAHAHA. Oh Mark Sanchez, you’re SO not ready yet. His lack of experience will start to hurt him this season as teams see more film and recognize his tendencies. He’ll still be a good quarterback in the league, but right now he’s going to have some huge growing pains. Dick Jauron may have saved his job for a few weeks, thanks to a great performance from back-up QB Ryan Fitzpatrick, who came in after Trent Edwards left the game with a concussion. 

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n fans were brown-bagging their despair on Sunday.  

(2-3) Miami Dolphins 31
(3-2) New York Jets 27 

This game was simply awesome. Braylon Edwards apparently met up with his hands in New York, catching five balls for 64 yards and a touchdown after joining the team merely five days before. Dolphins QB Chad Henne outshined and out-dueled Mark Sanchez in an amazing slug-fest which saw five touchdowns scored in the fourth quarter. Along with the ever exciting wildcat formation (which wildcat-ted for the wining score), Henne gives Miami fans something to cheer about in the present. 

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;Shouldn't I get paid as a player AND a coach? I mean, everyone knows I do both." 

New York Jets (3-1) at Miami Dolphins (1-3)

On Monday night, the Jets will look to keep pace or pull ahead of the Patriots. The Dolphins just want to climb closer to .500. Mark Sanchez will need to rebound from a very rookie performance last weekend. He’s up against an underrated and pass-rush-happy Miami defense. Coach Tony Sparano wants his team to build off their 38-10 dismantling of the Bills last week in which Chad Henne was efficient and protected the football. His second start needs to be better if Miami is to win. 

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am needs a spark.

Where have you been?  

(4-0) New Orleans Saints 24
(3-1) New York Jets 10 

Drew Brees hasn’t thrown a touchdown for a second straight week and the Saints are still undefeated. Why? They’ve established a running game and played excellent defense. That will win you plenty of football games. For the Jets, Mark Sanchez simply played the game we all knew was coming. He’s not Joe Namath yet, but he’s definitely going to be successful in this league. 

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lose a second straight contest to a supposedly inferior foe, heads could roll in DC.  

New York Jets (3-0) at New Orleans Saints (3-0) 

The match-up of the undefeateds! The Saints’ offense versus the Jets’ defense. Does it get any better? New York is riding high on the back of Rex Ryan’s immense swagger and his blitz-crazy defense. They face off against Drew Brees and the high-powered Saints, who proved last week they have a defense of their own. The Jets can’t keep up with the Saints on the scoreboard, so their defense will need to keep it close. If the Saints get above 24 points, you can almost lock in a win. 

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If this Patriot offense can find balance, look out. 

(3-0) New York Jets 24
(0-3) Tennessee Titans 17 

Huh. The Jets are still undefeated and the Titans are still winless. Both shockers. Jeff Fisher needs to stop the wheels from falling off in Tennessee. Also, can we stop it with the throwback jerseys? Those NY Titans uni’s are fugly. 

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Texans could be on the rise, but give it a week or two, then pass judgment.

(2-0) New York Jets             16
(1-1) New England Patriots   9

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behind the Texans and Colts would dig them a shallow but ugly hole.

New England Patriots (1-0) at New York Jets (1-0)

Jets safety Kerry Rhodes says his team wants to “embarrass” the Patriots. We’ll remember that when Randy Moss, Wes Welker or Joey Galloway is burning you for a score. Honestly, no one needs to give Bill Belichick’s team more bulletin board material. With rookie QB Sanchez facing an exotic Patriot defense, this one could be over early.

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Delhomme looks finished, but it’s only a two-game stretch. How long can you go to him?

New York Jets 24, Houston Texans 7

Mark Sanchez sure didn’t seem like a rookie did he? Crisp passes and poise in the pocket give Jets faithful reason to be hopeful for the future and present. That intimidating defense and balanced rushing attack won’t hurt either.

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ed defensive end Julius Peppers in a contract year, look for double-digit sacks from the lineman.

New York Jets at Houston Texans

The storyline for the Jets is simple. They have a rookie head coach in Rex Ryan and they’re starting a rookie quarterback in Mark Sanchez. Houston’s lackluster defense (aside from Mario Williams of course) should be a good warm-up for Sanchez. Expect Ryan to run the ball with speedy Leon Washington, the veteran Thomas Jones, and rookie Shonn Greene. A .500 season could the best the Jets could hope for.

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Once again as training camp approaches and teams start to get ready for the upcoming season most stories are the same with just the names being changed. Many first round picks have yet to sign with th

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(I’m looking at YOU wide receivers.)

Other Draft Notes:

-So the New York Jets ended up with only three selections. GM Mike Tannenbaum traded up for Mark Sanchez in the first round and Shonn Greene at the start of the third. I applaud the aggressiveness in a weak draft, but this is becoming a trend for them. Calm down Tannenbaum.

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4) Herm Edwards – New York Jets, 2002 ( video link)

Memorable Quote: “You play to win the game!”

Background: After an embarrassing loss to the Cleveland Browns, the Jets ran their record to a dismal 2-5.  After the game, one reporter rubbed Herm the wrong way, questioning his team’s ability to win.  Bad choice.

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Obviously, going from an abysmal 1-15 to 11-6 and AFC East Champions was quite the storybook turnaround. But, it wasn't enough, and the team still has a long way to go before it can compete with the AFC powerhouses like the Steelers and the Ravens. 

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           This past Sunday, the Dallas Cowboys traveled to Lincoln Financial Field to play the Philadelphia Eagles in what was a win and you’re in the playoffs game.  This game had a lot of build-up prior kick-off.  The Eagles found out, about 15 minutes before the game started, that the stars had aligned for them; the Bears and Buccaneers had both lost.  This game had everything football fans wanted.  It was the ‘Boys against the Birds, with their playoff destinies on the line. 

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Louis 13.  

Miami @ New York Jets:  The Miami Dolphins must win this game to capture the AFC East, because if they lose they are out of the playoffs completely.  The Dolphins have done an excellent job in putting together a competitive team in one season.  I’m not surprised though, as Parcells raided the Cowboys front office, coaching staff, and their roster, to get them in position for the playoffs!  The Jets must win as well, but that won’t guarantee anything, as they need some help (Patriots OR Ravens need to lose).  I like the Jets to win this game, but it will be close. 

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ou need balance!  Maybe next year?  Detroit…0-16 is in your future!  

New York Jets @ Seattle:  (LOSS)  The Jets have been in somewhat of a slump the last few weeks.  After they beat the Titans, it seems as if they put the brakes on.  Maybe they started reading their own press clippings, and thought all they had to do was show up to win?  Not in the NFL, baby!  Favre has looked suspect during this lackluster stretch.  He has thrown many key INTs that I bet he would like back, but that’s Favre!  His greatness is what gets him in trouble at times.  They are still alive for a playoff spot, but they could have made things easier on themselves had the beat the lowly Seahawks.   

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ll you that they will be 0-15 after this contest.  New Orleans 27, Detroit 10.   

New York Jets @ Seattle:  The Seahawks got a big win last week, but that was against the Rams.  This week they will play the Favre led Jets, and that, my friends, does not bode well for the ‘Hawks.  Brett should be able to pick apart the Seattle secondary, while Thomas Jones runs free all day.  The Jets need a victory to keep pace with Miami and New England.  It appears that only one of those three will qualify for the tournament.  In what could be Favre’s swan song season (it’s been that way for what seems a decade now), he won’t go down easily. 

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           Each week, on Friday, I will look into my (never wrong, just misinformed) crystal ball and give my predictions for that weekend’s games.  I will always prognosticate on the Eagles and Cowboys games and then pick two or more games of interest (to me, that is, not necessarily to you).  Keep in mind, that this is for entertainment purposes only, and that I do not endorse any sort of legal or illegal gambling.  That being said…let’s see what’s in my crystal ball!  

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t and get some help, but their post-season hopes aren’t dashed yet.

San Francisco 49ers 24, New York Jets 14

When Shaun Hill out-duels Brett Favre, something is wrong in the world. Something is obviously wrong with the Jets also, who have lost two in a row since beating the Titans and becoming the belle of the AFC ball. The Jets only rushed 12 times total on Sunday, not allowing Thomas Jones to continue his Pro-Bowl caliber production. San Francisco has one three of their last four under Mike Singletary, who may have earned himself a job for 2009. The 49ers fumbled five times during the game but only lost one, proving that a few lucky bounces can go a long way in this league.   

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Another week is in the books in the National Football League as we head to Week 15. But first let's take a look back at the week that was...Week 14! (my tongue is getting twisted) Several surprising outcomes this past Sunday including a few of the games I picked. I went a disappointing 1-3 in my picks. Very poor performance on my part. I'm finally realizing I'll never have a grip on the NFL. It's the most inconsistent professional sport out there. Any team can lose on any given week. But enough sulking, let's get on to this week's Fallout Report!

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ay......unfortunately for Texans fans.

Winners - Green Bay Packers

2) New York Jets @ San Francisco 49ers

The Jets were surprised at home by the Denver Broncos last Sunday. This week they fly into San Francisco to take on the 4-8 49ers. Jets are 0-2 in the West Coast this season (losses against San Diego and Oakland). I however have a feeling that Brett Favre and company will bounce back after last week. The AFC East is still up for grabs and I believe that the Jets will hang on to sole possession of first. The 49ers are not a good football team. So I'll go with the J-E-T-S, Jets, Jets, Jets in this one. Ring it up.

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dangerous team in the playoffs, especially if they get to play at Heinz Field.

Denver Broncos 34, New York Jets 17

I don’t think the Jets’ bandwagon was ready for the massive am

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Week 13 is in the books as we are getting closer to the playoffs in the National Football League (still 4 weeks away, but with the way this season has flown bye, it won't be long!). Before I begin I want to apologize to my 3 readers for not keeping up with the Fallout Report. I'll have it on time (every Tuesday) from now until the playoffs. With that said, let's see how I did!

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signing Cassel, especially if Brady isn’t ready to start next year.

Denver Broncos (6-5) at New York Jets (8-3)

As the best of the west, the Broncos barely need to stay above sea leve

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Giants in this contest.

Winners - New York Giants

3) Denver Broncos @ New York Jets

I honestly didn't think the Jets could beat the Patriots and at the time undefeated Titans...back to back. But they proved me wrong. Brett Favre is playing great and the Broncos are 25th in pass defense this season. This has the makings of a 'light-em-up' type of game. Running back Leon Washington has also played good ball for the Jets during the winning streak. Broncos are 27th in run defense. What I'm trying to say is...the Jets could and should have a field day with the Broncos defense. Jets with a win could push their record to an impressive 9-3 in the AFC East division possibly giving them more cushion if the Patriots lose to the Steelers. I'll take the J-E-T-S, Jets, Jets, Jets in this game.

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           Each week, on Friday, I will look into my (never wrong, just misinformed) crystal ball and give my predictions for that weekend games.  I will always prognosticate on the Eagles and Cowboys games and then pick two more games of interest (to me, that is, not necessarily to you).  Keep in mind, that this is for entertainment purposes only, and that I do not endorse any sort of legal or illegal gambling.  That being said…let’s see what’s in my crystal ball!  

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didn’t fare much better, as Baltimore ran away with this one in the 2nd half.  

New York Jets @ Tennessee:  The mighty have fallen…just as I had predicted.  Favre was tremendous in this game, but the Jets defense held the Titans in check.  It took Favre and his new buddies about a month to get used to each other, but now they are hitting on all cylinders.  With Thomas Jones and Leon Washington leading the way on the ground, Favre’s aerial attack, and the defense playing well, the Jets are the team to beat in the AFC!   

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its history.  Let’s get to the best of week twelve in this edition of the Final Drive!

New York Jets 34, Tennessee Titans 13

The balance of power has shifted in the AFC. The Jets are flying high on a five-game winning streak, the latest of which coming against the formerly undefeated Tennessee Titans. They jumped on the Titans early and never looked back as their defense shut down the opposing running game and picked off the nigh-unpick-able Kerry Collins. What remains to be seen is how each team will handle the outcome. There’s already unrest in Tennessee coming from running back Lendale White, who had only one carry in Sunday’s loss. It might be hard to believe, but the Titans could be in trouble come playoff time.

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It’s week twelve in the NFL, and it’s previewed right here, right now.

New York Jets (7-3) at Tennessee Titans (10-0)

Giving the Titans their first loss of the season would go a long way in establishing the Jets as a heavy-hitter in the AFC and give them breathing room in a constricted AFC East race. Brett Favre may be given a lot of the credit for their turn-around, and he obviously deserves a portion of it. The bulk of their success should be attributed to their ferocious defense, which is exponentially improved from last season.

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Here’s week eleven’s Final Drive!

New York Jets 34, New England 31

They didn’t necessarily establish authority over the Patriots, but Brett Favre and the Jets won which is all that matters. Thomas Jones had 30 carries for 104 yards, controlling the time of possession for New York. Their defense may not have performed up to their normal level, but the offense and special teams made up for their lack of productivity. Through 10 games with the Jets, Favre has them in the AFC East lead. Who expected that?

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l the bye weeks out of the way, we’re in the stretch run to the playoffs! I love this game.

New York Jets (6-3) at New England Patriots (6-3)

The Jets and Patriots are meeting for the second time this season, but now the winner will occupy first place in the AFC East. The Jets aren’t the same team that fell to New England in week two. Brett Favre has an improved control of the offense, Thomas Jones is tearing up the turf, and the defense is in the top third of the league. Beating the Patriots in Gillette Stadium would confirm their legitimacy.

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Week nine, in your grill! 

New York Jets (4-3) at Buffalo Bills (5-2)

Coming off of a surprisingly tough game against the lowly Chiefs in which Brett Favre threw three interceptions, the Jets find themselves in position to make a statement against the division leading Bills. With a loss earlier this season to New England, Eric Mangini’s Jets can’t afford to suffer another division loss if they have any hopes of winning the AFC East. Favre has been inconsistent under center the past few weeks, so running back Thomas Jones will see plenty of action to take the pressure off of his quarterback.

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A week filled with late game nervousness and dominant performances. The Texans were the ones doing the prowling as they tore apart the Bengals. 'America's Team' didn't look so sharp, but they found a way to win. The NFL brought a real shootout to London (hopefully no one was hurt!) and Brett Favre didn't look good for the second consecutive week, but thankfully for the Jets, they played the Chiefs. I'll cover those games in this week's Fallout report!

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pick San Diego.

Winners - San Diego Chargers

2) Kansas City Chiefs @ New York Jets

Jets are coming off an overtime loss to the Raiders last Sunday in which the offense had the ball 3 times in the extra quarter, but still could not muster any points. Brett Favre did not look good and was in the news this week with the whole Matt Millen Lions/Packers play-scheme swap accusation in which Favre denied. If I were the Jets I would want my quarterback to be in the news for practicing and game-planning for the Chiefs for Sunday. Speaking of the Chiefs, KC lost both their starter and back up quarterbacks last week. So third stringer Tyler Thigpen will get the start for the 1-5 Chiefs. Larry Johnson will not be available due to the on-going investigation following a Oct. 10 night club incident, in which Johnson allegedly told a woman he was going to kill her boyfriend then spat in her face. Not much good going on with the Chiefs. I'll take the Jets in this one.

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Oakland Raiders 16, New York Jets 13

Brett Favre always looks so depressed after a loss. I know he has the most wins at quarterback in NFL history, but shouldn’t he know how to cope with defeat? In the post-game conference, he talked about how it was one of the worst losses of which he’s ever been a part. He honestly looks like he’s going to cry in his post-loss conferences. Man up Favre. If you can call a former division rival and offer up strategy to help beat the Packers, you can suck it up after a loss, crushing or not. He’s also mostly to blame, as he threw two interceptions to kill Jet drives. Added with a Leon Washington fumble, the Jets turned it over three times, while the Raiders didn’t let it go once. New York dominated in the running game, rushing for 242 yards on a collective 33 carries. When you’re gaining over 7 yards a carry, the only thing that can stop you is turnovers. Nice job Brett. This one’s on you.

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Week 7 is officially in the books as Tuesday, the 21st of October rolls around today. This week's Fallout report will cover the most interesting games from the week 7 slate in the National Football League. The alarm is going off in Big D as the Cowboys struggle for the second week in a row to find a win, the Vikings put up 41 in a loss, and Brett Farve gets the ball three times in overtime against the struggling Raiders, but can't chip any points in. I'll cover those happenings....right now!

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It was an interesting week in the National Football League. A few surprises, a big meltdown by one team and one bruised and battered team found a way to win a big prime-time game. Let's get right to it--game by game.

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First off, I want to introduce myself. My name is Jake, I live in Houston. I'm glad I found this place. I've read a lot of bloggers material today from predictions to their favorite teams' rants, it's great. I enjoyed it. Sports, baby sports!

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this game, and a Palmer-led offense can put up 40 on any given Sunday.

Arizona Cardinals (2-1) at New York Jets (1-2)

Coming off of painful losses, both teams have something to prove this week in this inter-conference match-up.  Kurt Warner and the Cardinals need to stay focused if they want to remain tied for the NFC West lead. Like every week, Arizona lives and dies by the big play, so Warner will be throwing deep balls to his two fantastic wide-outs in Anquan Boldin and Larry Fitzgerald. The New York Bretts need to get back on track after being demolished by San Diego in their last game. The offense needs to open up for Favre, but they can’t get pass happy. Favre threw too many picks last week in a game that exposed his lack of time experience in the Jets’ offense. His wide receivers need to help out if they want to be a .500 club.

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Well, the Patriots certainly looked human on Sunday. Scoring only 19 points, their offense didn’t come close to resembling the juggernaut of last season. If you were Eric Mangini and the Jets, there was no better possible situation to ask for coming into this game. The Jets had Brett Favre and an improved defense, while New England had Matt Cassel and an aging defense. Unfortunately, the Jets couldn’t make the Patriots pay for settling for field goals most of the game.

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Look for the Lions to implode early this year.

New England Patriots (1-0) at New York Jets (1-0)

Quite possibly the most interesting game on the schedule, Brett Favre welcomes the Brady-less Patriots. The Jets are going to look to establish themselves as the team to beat in the AFC East, which is wide open. New England needs to find a way to run the ball, as Matt Cassel isn’t going to attempt thirty-five passes from the shotgun formation.

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Hey Jet fans,I know it seems a little early, ok a lot early to claim that a team whose season hasn’t even started yet is already facing a must win game, but let’s take a look at the situat

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I'm still confused. How did Brett Favre, living legend and America's old-school Wrangler-wearin' tough guy get bullied into going to the worst possible destination?

I have to give credit (for simply the tactic, not the stance) of Green Bay's front office for stone-walling Favre and not simply acquiescing to his wishes. It seemed very likely that Brett would be headed to Tampa Bay, and the Jets had no shot. That's what everyone, including myself, were thinking when we realized he was done in Green Bay. Tampa was going to be the best fit for Brett, since he was never going to get traded to Minnesota or the barely mentioned Chicago Bears. I fully expected to see Brett flex his legend-muscles during trade negotiations to make sure he didn't end up as second-fiddle in the AFC East division. But it never happened. Favre was obviously tired of this whole debacle and simply wanted to get into a camp so he could play the game he loved (yet said he didn't want to play anymore only a few months ago).

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Brett Favre has been traded to the New York Jets. This means 2 things. 1, Aaron Rodgers is finally the starting quarterback of the Green Bay Packers with no ifs, ands, or buts. And 2, everything I wrote about the Jets when I was writing about them means nothing now. Oh well. Its football, it happens. The Packers are one of my favorite teams, so lets get started.

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I don’t consider a 9-7 team playoff worthy, but in the crazy industry that is the NFL, a division winner automatically makes the playoffs. Despite their lackluster win-loss record last year, the Tampa Bay Buccs did win their horrible division and made the playoffs. They rested their players in the last week of the season and were then defeated in the first round by the New York Giants, the eventual Super Bowl Champions. To me, they aren’t a great team at all. They play in a bad division and really any one team from the NFC South can win that division. I wouldn’t be surprised if the Atlanta Falcons win the NFC South this year. Ok, lets be real. The Buccs made the playoffs last year, so it wasn’t all bad. There were aspects of their team that were really good and some that were not so good.

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J-E-T-S! JETS! JETS! JETS! Yes the New York Jets are coming into another year of football with hopes of winning it all!... or at least of making it back to the playoffs in a division where they are forced to play Tom Brady and the Patriots twice in the regular season and by all intents and purposes would most likely have to beat them in the playoffs to get to the big game. But lets be real for a minute, the Jets aren’t making it to the Superbowl and if they by some miracle make the playoffs it will be by the skin of their teeth. The AFC is too hard of a conference and there are so few spots in the post-season.

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I wrote the following article during the 2005 season for my campus newspaper. It is still very true today and I think most people will get a kick out of it. And just for the record, I am a Raiders fan.

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