New York Jets’ Breece Hall (20), left, is tackled by Philadelphia Eagles’ Zach Cunningham during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
With the New York Jets on a bye week, it’s a time for reflection amongst the fanbase. At 3-3, Gang Green has exceeded expectations without Aaron Rodgers at the helm but they aren’t out of the woods yet.
To end their decade-long playoff drought, they’ll need to play even better for the second half of their season. Before the team hits the field for a Week 8 contest against the cross-town rival Giants though, this week is a great time to answer some questions from the Jets mailbag.
Let’s go through the latest ones.
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Q – Who deserves the most credit for helping (Zach) Wilson become a decent QB? Hack, Rodgers, Calabrese? What did he individually change from previous seasons? Just general growth? (Nick Dzioba)
This is a very good question and one that doesn’t really have a set answer. During the offseason, Wilson improved his overall football mindset. Improving his mental health was an important step for the young quarterback and you are seeing it pay off in droves on game day. This is the best he’s looked at in his career.
That being said, the improved footwork, anticipation, and confidence have to fall on the quarterback room in general. Rodgers has been an important step and their relationship is key, Hackett’s play calls, while frustrating at times, sets Wilson up to succeed, and Todd Downing has been an important help as well.
In my opinion, the improvement on Wilson belongs to everyone in the room.
Q – Do you think they will make a move on the OL before they come back? (Ray)
It’s a solid question but I don’t think they will. Max Mitchell played well against Philadelphia and Mekhi Becton has been getting better every week. With Duane Brown…
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