New York Giants quarterback Tyrod Taylor (2) slides for extra yards against New York Jets cornerback Michael Carter II (30) and linebacker C.J. Mosley (57) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Monday night is as close to a must-win for the New York Jets and their playoff hopes as they come. At 4-3, a loss wouldn’t completely hurt their season, but a win over the Los Angeles Chargers would significantly improve their chances of ending their decade-long playoff drought.Â
For a team as banged up as the Jets, to even be in a situation where they need to (and can) win a game against an organization as talented as the Chargers is a testament to the entire makeup of the 2023 roster.Â
Monday night won’t be easy though.Â
For all the talent the Chargers possess – including one of the most talented quarterbacks in football – their coaching staff and injury report have hampered them to a mere 3-4 record heading into this key matchup against New York. A loss would not only put the Jets in the playoff picture, but it would also give them an important tie-breaking edge over a team they could be competing for down the stretch.
With every matchup this year, AM New York breaks down the upcoming matchup on Monday Night Football for the Jets. Let’s look through it now.Â
New York Jets vs. Los Angeles Chargers
Where: MetLife Stadium
When: Sunday, November 6th, 2023
Kickoff Time: 8:15 pm – ET
How to watch: ESPN
Line: Chargers -3.5
Keys to the Game
Interior Pressure on Herbert
Justin Herbert is just the next great quarterback on the Jets schedule this year. The good news is that New York has embarrassed the likes of Patrick Mahomes, Jalen Hurts, and Josh Allen already. Herbert, while a superb talent, is banged up and is known to struggle with touch passes down the field.Â
If the Jets can get consistent pressure along his interior – where the Chargers line is weakest – they should…
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