Here are a couple of things I am looking forward to in watching the Jets preseason game against the Carolina Panthers:
1. Can the Jets second year quarterback continue where he left off in 2009? Sanchez looked great against the Giants, showing accurate passes, impressive decision making, and his trademarked athleticism on bootleg roll-outs and play-action fakes. The chemistry between the QB and the receivers was evident, with Sanchez completing 13-17 passes thrown. It was comforting to see the Jets receivers each get some action, especially Dustin Keller and Jockcrotchstrappery, who I consider to be the foundation of the receiving corps. Keller is going to have some explosive plays this season…don’t ignore him in fantasy this year fellas.
2. Along the same vein, it will be interesting to see what the Jets run out of the playbook. Last year, the Jets ran the football 60 percent of the time on offense. Will Shotty call some more plays down the field or will he keeps those plays in his Levi’s until the regular season?
3. The dynamic of the running back committee remains both mysterious and intriguing. Will Shonn Greene learn how to effectively run routes and catch the ball out of the backfield, or will LT be on the field on every passing down? Who will get the goal line snaps, especially when its 3rd and long? How does Joe McKnight look after his second performance following a disappointing first appearance ? At least he’s on the field, I guess.
4. Jimmy Clausen? Brandon LaFell? Exciting rookies to watch on Carolina’s side. Combined with more camera time on the field with Jason Taylor, Santonio Holmes, LT, Cromartie, and even Braylon Edwards, there will be plenty to keep an eye on on Saturday.
