Mark Sanchez seems to be near 100% after undergoing knee surgery a few months ago. He is a bit ahead of schedule and thats always a good sign. Rex Ryan is understandably cautious about throwing #6 back out on the field. QB's are suppose to be untouchable during practices but anything can happen. Mark snuck out on the field and took a few reps with our starters last week during OTA's.
It's also been reported that he is planning on flying all of his WR's out for a few days in California to work on chemistry and timing. Thats a great way to establish himself as our leader, and I recall Pennington doing the same thing years ago by bringing Coles and the others to Florida for a few days during the offseason. Gotta' love how this young man is stepping into his role as the face of the franchise so seamlessly.
Another name that keeps coming up this offseason is Braylon Edwards... and for all the right reasons. The coaches, media, and even bloggers like me are all singing his praises. Anyone that has had a chance to see him during workouts has said he is razor sharp. He appears to be 100% focused on having a huge season and helping this team take the next step. If we were to win the Superbowl in 2010 and Edwards has a pro-bowl season... he will be a very rich man and probably set for life.
He seems to completely understand the gravity of his current situation, and we know what he is capable of when he sets his mind to something. The trick will be keeping him focused. How will #17 respond if Mark struggles early in the season (remember this is still a very young QB)? How will he respond if he and Mark have too much success? If it's too easy early on will Edwards start to get distracted and lethargic? I am very excited to see what he is capable of if everything comes together.
On the other hand, I feel 100% confident in Holmes and Cotchery. These guys know how to get it done. Dustin Keller will also be cash money on Sundays (I could see Keller and Cotchery in the pro-bowl this year). The other two missing pieces of our passing attack will be Brad Smith and David Clowney. They will probably contribute more on special teams than offense. I am thrilled that Clowney is getting reps as a kick returner. I like Brad Smith and we all know he can make some big plays as a kick returner, but the fact is that he just isn't very fast. Speed kills in this league and Clowney is amongst the leagues fastest at any position.
#6 has no limit of talented targets who can present mismatches to any defense. Will he be able to take full advantage of his weapons? I believe in him, but the truth will be clear to all of us in a few short months.
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