New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh speaks to reporters after a practice at the NFL football team’s training facility in Florham Park, N.J., Thursday, July 20, 2023. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
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FLORHAM PARK — The first practice of training camp is over for the New York Jets and there was plenty of excitement all around the facility at 1 Jets Drive. Whether it was the growing group of fans cheering them on, or the increased intensity of camp, Gang Green opened the third training camp under head coach Robert Saleh with plenty of energy to start the 2023 season.
That being said, not everyone was able to shine under the added cameras throughout the team facility. Here are some of the biggest takeaways from Day One of camp:
Pass Rush Dominates
New York’s defense easily won the day consistently Thursday afternoon. While their secondary certainly made some solid plays, it was the Jets pass rush that made life difficult for the offensive line. Whether it was Will McDonald and Bryce Huff getting by Mekhi Becton, or John Franklin-Myers dominating against the first-team, the Jets pass rush as a group was the best unit on the entire field.
If they play anything close to this when the pads come on, they could easily be among the leaderboards for sacks this year.
Secondary stifles Rodgers & Co.
The pass rush may have highlighted the day, but the Jets’ secondary certainly held their own as well. DJ Reed and Michael Carter made a number of impressive pass breakups during team scrimmages. Throughout the practice, Rodgers and the other quarterbacks didn’t really challenge any of the corners deep, but that was usually because they had a complete blanket covered against most of New York’s top receivers.
It’s also important to note that Sauce Gardner was not even tested much during practice – something that he could be dealing with a lot in his second NFL season.
Injury Updates
New York did not sustain any injuries during the light practice on…
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