Two minutes into Monday night's game, the contest seemed over. All that was left was to count how many times ESPN commentator Troy Aikman would have some incredulous comment about the New York Jets' inept offense. Aikman and everyone else had plenty of fodder.
The Jets have no margin for error, and they made a big error in the opening minutes of Monday night's game. Los Angeles Chargers rookie Derius Davis took a punt 87 yards for a touchdown. That came shortly after the Jets announced punter Thomas Morstead as part of pregame introductions, a nod to the fine season he's having and maybe a cheeky commentary on how often he has been punting this season when Jets drives stall.
It wasn't so funny for fans tuning in hoping to see a competitive game. The Jets' defense was awesome and everything else was abysmal as the Chargers cruised to a 27-6 win. It wasn't an easy Chargers win because the Jets' defense knocked them around all night. But the result was never in much doubt after the Chargers took an early 7-0 lead.
The Jets are in many prime-time games because they were supposed to have Aaron Rodgers at quarterback. Plenty of people are still tuning in to watch them, but it might be more of a morbid curiosity over how bad their offense can get.
The Jets have no margin for error, and they made a big error in the opening minutes of Monday night's game. Los Angeles Chargers rookie Derius Davis took a punt 87 yards for a touchdown. That came shortly after the Jets announced punter Thomas Morstead as part of pregame introductions, a nod to the fine season he's having and maybe a cheeky commentary on how often he has been punting this season when Jets drives stall.
It wasn't so funny for fans tuning in hoping to see a competitive game. The Jets' defense was awesome and everything else was abysmal as the Chargers cruised to a 27-6 win. It wasn't an easy Chargers win because the Jets' defense knocked them around all night. But the result was never in much doubt after the Chargers took an early 7-0 lead.
The Jets are in many prime-time games because they were supposed to have Aaron Rodgers at quarterback. Plenty of people are still tuning in to watch them, but it might be more of a morbid curiosity over how bad their offense can get.
Jets defense plays well
The Chargers' offense won't roll out of bed Tuesday feeling like it had an easy win. The Jets' defense had a great night, holding a talented Chargers unit to just 191 yards. The Jets hit QB Justin Herbert just about every time he dropped back. The Chargers got two touchdown runs from Austin Ekeler, both set up by Zach Wilson fumbles. Keenan Allen had one of the prettiest catches you'll see on a third down to set up a field goal. But that was about it for Chargers offensive highlights.
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