With the return of quarterback Aaron Rogers and three quality running backs on their roster, the New York Jets should carry a more balanced attack on offense in 2024.
The Jets ranked near the bottom of the NFL in pass yards per attempt last season. With an inability to pass the ball, the Jets allowed opponents the affordance to play man coverage and focus in on defending the run.
Stopping the run will be much more difficult for Jets’ opponents in 2024. Rookie running backs Braelon Allen, and Isaiah Davis are alrerady looking good in preseason so attrition may be a strong point for offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett when considering his personnel packages.
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Allen & Davis will share carries with starting running back Breece Hall throughout the season.
Furthermore, with the luxury of depth at the running back position, Rodgers may only have to complete a moderate 23-27 passes per game. Based on the HB stretch runs seen deployed in Hackett’s offense throughout preseason, the Jets are developing a niche based on the rush attack and quick passing game.
If things manifest ideally, Rodgers will fit splendidly into Hackett’s scheme powered by three talented running backs. This should help Rodgers spend less time aggravating that Achilles the critics scorn him endlessly about.
