Training Camp kicks off...

What do we know so far about the NYJ's after the first day of camp. Rex Ryan's first press conference of the pre-season revealed a few tidbits.

The big news being that #20 and #29 are both in camp and ready to compete. Jones, who is seeking a new contract, is hungry and asking for even more carries in 2009. He is aiming for 300+. Rumors abound regarding our other disgruntled RB Washington. Supposedly his new contract is almost finished and should be announced this weekend. For the record I think it's a mistake. He has shown he is a playmaker, but he still has a lot to prove if he thinks he deserves a 20+ million dollar deal. Young hungry game changing players like Leon can be wicked weapons in this league. He has been known in some circles as the 'poor mans Reggie Bush'... I guess that nickname will be history very soon.

Another revelation from the rotund coach was the competitive fire with which CB Dwight Lowery has been pushing Lito Sheppard for the #2 corner spot. Lowey wasn't a game changer last year, but he played well enough to catch the eye of Ryan even before he joined the green and white. I like the addition of Sheppard, but I also like that Lowery is not rolling over and handing the starting job to the former Eagle.

Ryan spoke very little about the offense except to delicately touch on the sub par QB play and the O-line showing a little rust which is normal at this time of year. Mr. Clemens had better understand that he needs to show a complete command of this playbook and offensive system. This is year number four for him, if he is just slightly better that Sanchez he will be watching games on Sundays instead of playing. I am rooting for Kellen, but I need to see him as head and shoulders above Sanchez considering the huge head start he has on #6.

Ryan seems to have little interest in the offense and obviously he has little to no experience coaching that side of the ball. I have some reservations about this. I know a headcoach doesn't need to be an expert on every aspect of the game and the team, thats why we pay coordinators and position coaches. But he is so detached from the offense that I think it may be a problem as the season progresses. There is also the future and life without Shottenheimer to think about. He won't be here forever.

Football season is officially back!