7/26 Training Camp Report from Jets Nation General Notes - Practice ran 2 hours and 15 minutes - Players in full pads - Mekhi Becton was working on a side field with a trainer. I have no idea what his issue was - Strong bounce back performance by the defense as they won the day. The offense had to do punishment "up downs" 1 on 1 Notes - With pads on there was a period of OLine/DLine 1 on 1, some notable reps: * Quinnen Williams pushed back Laken Tomlinson * Zack Kuntz held his own as he fought off Tanzel Smart * Jermaine Johnson, Will McDonald and Bryce Huff were hard to control coming off the edges * Connor McGovern was impressive as he "stalemated" Williams * Billy Turner had difficulty in his reps as he was on "skates" and was pushed back * Joe Tippmann is very flexible for a tall center. He's able to stay low to keep leverage and able to "re-anchor" his feet when he gets pushed back 7 on 7 Notes - The defense clamped down on Aaron Rodgers during his reps forcing incompletions on throws to Corey Davis, Garrett Wilson and Jeremy Ruckert - Zach Wilson was sharper in his reps completing 20+ yard passes to Ruckert and Xavier Gipson Defense Notes - The defense clamped down on the run game today and they also generated two INTs. They recorded multiple TFLs some of the highlights were: * Quinnen Williams with a TFL on Michael Carter * John Franklin-Myers and Quincy Williams with a TFL on Carter * Carl Lawson with a TFL on Carter - Jermaine Johnson was all over the field today as he recorded two "sacks" and was in the backfield multiple times on run plays - In addition to his strong performance during 1 on 1 Bryce Huff also generated a "sack" against Chris Streveler - The range that Tony Adams showed in previous reports was on full display today. On one play Rodgers checked a pass down to Carter and Adams closed from about 15 yards to stop the play for no gain. And finally he had a textbook INT as he came from between the hashes to the right sideline to pick off a Rodgers 40+ yard pass to Davis - Finally rookie LB Zaire Barnes had a "pick 6" against Tim Boyle as he was in zone and picked off a slant Offense Notes - On the #1 Oline Max Mitchell and Billy Turner have flipped positions. Mitchell was at LT and Turner was at RT - No real standout players on offense today QB Notes - It had to be a frustrating day for Aaron Rodgers. On his first rep during 11 on 11 there was a miscommunication which caused the offense to "re-huddle". In addition to that the defense clamped down on his 7 on 7 reps (mentioned earlier) and he threw an INT. And finally during a situation drill to end practice (41 seconds on the clock, the offense is down 7-3, ball at midfield) Rodgers moved the ball into the red zone but couldn't score as his pass to Davis was incomplete - Zach Wilson continues to "find completions" and probably had the two "sexiest" plays of the day. He found Alex Erickson (new WR) for a 50+ yard TD down the left sideline. And during red zone Wilson found Jason Brownlee for a 20+ yard corner TD. During his reps in the situation drill (mentioned earlier) Wilson found Xavier Gipson for 20+ yards that got him into the red zone. But he also wasn't able to get the offense into the end zone Standouts - The defense - Tony Adams - Jermaine Johnson Concerns - Will be interesting to see how the offense bounces back tomorrow (my final practice)
Looking forward to this season, thanks to KY for all the info as usual. My reading between the lines possibly jumping to conclusions and possibly prophetic early thoughts: Ruckert has seemingly had two mental lapses that have led to interceptions already. Let's hope he's not a Mims type where the athleticism is there in spades but he can't show it due to mental shortcomings. Talking about Becton at this point feels like digging up a dead horse, beating it, burying it, and then digging it up to beat it again, but my stance hasn't changed. When you weigh as much as he does, even at his reduced weight, every leg injury is a possible career ender. Guys that heavy who stay healthy over long careers are the exception, not the rule. I really disliked the McDonald pick, mainly due to JSN being available, but the early reports on McDonald seem good. Might give us the type of reliable speed rusher we haven't had in ages. Between him and JJ, I'm pretty optimistic about that. Max Mitchell is going to be an extremely important player this season. He has to play well or we could be in some trouble.
Thanks! Yes, one of their members (Jets Nation) has press credentials and he has gone every day this week and is going tomorrow. It's been great seeing his reports. How have you been?
I disagree. It's not that his knee isn't ready, it's that he doesn't trust that his knee is ready. I've read before numerous times for football players who are coming off a major knee injury. It takes time for them to feel confident and trust that their knee is and will be OK. It's a psychological/emotional response born of fear, not a physiological problem.
They just aren’t that into Cook. But neither is anyone else so there’s no hurry. There’s a chance Cook has lost a step. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Let’s check out the run game in Cleveland and re-evaluate cook later.
Looking like JJ may take a hold of that outside rush spot. JJ/JFM/Q/ McDonald, Huff. Probably should keep Clemons inside since he buffed up a bit.
Tweet from Robbie Sabo: Ok, Tony Adams shows his range by picking off Rodgers, takes it away from CD. (Missed the first part of the play, so not sure of much with this one.) Then, Zach Wilson pulls off an encouraging one, tough throw (short, outside, decent coverage) to Yeboah, but here’s the callout: Jermaine Johnson undressed rookie Carter Warren on the play (simple hand slap, down, moving wide), which means ZW had JJ in his face immediately and on the same side the throw was attempted. He didn’t freeze, remained confident.
I can definitely see a situation where they kick Clemons inside for obvious passing situations. It's going to be fun to see how this DL rotation shakes out this year.
Cimini: Mekhi Becton, who sat out yesterday (knee), is back on the field in full pads. #jets Costello: Mekhi Becton is in uniform and it looks like he will practice today
Staley: Jets are getting ready for Dalvin Cook’s visit by playing Miami’s own Rick Ross Hustlin as we start Day 7 of training camp practice
Faria: Allen Lazard doesn’t have his helmet on with Garrett Wilson, but he is in pads. He’s been dealing with some tightness but we’ll see if he gets work in for #Jets today.
Lets not forget Lawson. I also think they might have some hybrid package for McDonald as OLB on long passing downs
