Delegating touches has been an area of interest for quarterback Aaron Rodgers in the New York Jets’ offense.
Rodgers will be looking to get the ball to newly acquired wide receiver Davante Adams, as well as keep wide receiver Garrett Wilson, and running back Breece Hall involved on Sunday night.
The question is; will the Jets have enough time of possession to get the ball distributed on offense?
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin is going to start Russell Wilson at quarterback and look to keep the ball away from the Jets offense. Steelers running back Najee Harris will be asked carry the offense so that fatigue sets in on the Jets’ defense.
#JetUp vs. #HereWeGo ! Steelers continue to play physical football as they host the Jets on Sunday Night. @GregCosell walks through each assignment in this inside zone run by Najee Harris for 22 yards.@DariusJButler | @GregCosell pic.twitter.com/OSLAv8mM6R
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While, Adams is a huge upgrade from Mike Williams, it won’t matter who the Jets have on offense if their defense can’t get off the field.
The Jets’ offense must therefore capture and maintain the lead early to neutralize the Steelers plan.
Total first downs are a stat to look for in this game and will be directly tied to the winner of time of possession.
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