Five years ago New
York Jets head coach Rex Ryan
arrived, transforming their culture. His preference for smash-mouth ball
control offense during this period of increased passing defies norms. It is
appropriate given the brash personality that he carries. These guarantees have stopped
since GM John Idzik took over, but
Ryan remains a fiery individual. Given recent struggles that include three
straight seasons without Playoff appearances doubters continue to increase.
Despite last season’s strong finish and an earlier
contract extension, there are still issues. Idzik’s strategy in pursuing subtle
free agent additions clashes with urgency from their coach’s situation. Make no
mistake, Ryan’s long-term future remains in doubt. Signing Eric Decker improved the receiving corps, but alone is not enough.
This team still has issues at corner have not been addressed while striking out
on players like Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie.
Frustration reportedly builds from Ryan who believes his boss acts too conservative.
Getting Michael Vick, who supposedly meets with
New York this weekend would push QB Geno
Smith, more must be done to improve pass coverage and create more plays offensively.
In my opinion, a third-round pick for Philadelphia
Eagles receivers could be worth risking locker room chemistry. Idzik
appears content staying in rebuilding with an 8-8 team that showed promise. No
matter what happens look for such power struggle to continue going forward.
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