Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) works in the pocket against the Denver Broncos.
AP Photo/David Zalubowski
It’s do-or-die time for the New York Jets in their young season. At 1-3, Gang Green is not totally out of the playoff picture just yet, but the rough start to their season means that games against hapless teams like the Denver Broncos have become “must-wins.”
There’s even more intrigue to Sunday’s matchup in Denver thanks to comments made before the season even began. Taking over a team that has been inept since winning Super Bowl 50, Sean Payton went after the Jets’ offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett for his job with the Broncos last season. There was no reason for Payton to go after his coaching brethren, but after a 1-3 start on their own, it’s clear that he may have wanted to lower expectations before the year began.
By doing so, the Jets’ offense is going to be heavily motivated when they face off with Payton’s squad this week. Aaron Rodgers may still be out, but the recent positive trends from the offense can lead several to believe that they could turn a corner against a mediocre defense.
As always on Wednesday, we have everything you need to know about Sunday’s matchup for Gang Green here.
New York Jets vs. Denver Broncos
Where: Empower Field at Mile High
When: Sunday, October 8th, 2023
Kickoff Time: 4:25 pm – ET
How to watch: CBS
Line: Chiefs -2.0
Keys to the Game
“Let it Rip”
It’s the slogan that Gang Green is running with on offense. After Zach Wilson outplayed Patrick Mahomes on the national stage, everyone is wondering if the game was simply a fluke, or if the quarterback has turned a corner in his game.
For New York to win on Sunday, they have to be able to win through the air. Denver’s defense is among the worst in football. They can’t stop the run and have been completely thwarted in the passing game. The Jets need to be able to have plenty of success on the road and certainly can.
If the…
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