This Johnson Is Not Like The Other
For nearly two decades now, the number of quarterbacks to don a Jets jersey has been commensurate with the carousel of head coaches and general managers exhausted by this organization's upper hierarchy. It's a condition for which I blame Woody Johnson.
Enter Jets CEO Christopher Johnson, who on Tuesday said it would be "counterproductive" for him issue a playoff ultimatum for Coach Bowles and general manager Mike Maccagnan (both of whom received two-year contract extensions at the end of last season), according to Rich Cimini of ESPN.
The Jets are only one game into the regular season, but coupled with their selection of Sam Darnold with the third overall pick of the draft, this just may prove to be the smartest start this organization has gotten off to in quite some time.
Although, it didn't seem that way as Sam Darnold on his first ever NFL pass attempt from scrimmage throws a pick-six. His second possession proves no less futile. But supported by a very effective running game, the rookie was able to brush aside any missteps and finally start proving his worth with a calm. cool, and collected finish. He ends Monday night's game throwing 16 of 21 (76%) for 198 yards, the one INT, and the first two touchdown passes of his NFL career on connections to Quincy Enunwa and Robby Anderson.
In addition to his abilities on the field, Darnold brings stability to the coaching staff. I know Todd Bowles has his detractors, but I believe he gets far more out of his players than any available replacement would. Mike Maccagnan, meanwhile, will have tons of money available to spend next season. And so there is every reason for Christopher Johnson keep this operation together regardless of the Jets final record and standing.
Time finally seems to be changing ...
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