Watching the Jets - Eagles, I came to the realization that Chad Pennington can’t cut it anymore. Thomas Jones had a wonderful day rushing. The best this year by a Jet. Well…I think that was the Eagle’s defense allowing that little bit of hope. Don’t get excited here Jets fans!!

If Jones was so good, why did he not get the ball on fourth and one? Instead, a fade pass was called and blocked! Hmmmm….Yup, sure is fun being a couch coach! The problem here my friends is once again the red zone! The Jets are again unable to come up with a TD in the red zone.

Kudos to the Jets defense. They did a GREAT job stopping a mediocre Philley offense when needed. They even came up with an interception which should have created a tie game. Alas, Chad once again could not deliver when needed.

The biggest problem I see with the Jets is, Chad Pennington does not put any fear in the opposing defense. They know he can’t throw deep so they just play man coverage and stack the box with 8 players to prevent the run.

I would not get all GA-GA about the Jets defense either. The Jets got 3, which happens to equal the first 5 game total, sacks against a team that gave up 12 sacks against the Giants. What does that tell you about the Eagles offensive line. Does the word “offensive” offensive line come to mind?

Look, I like Chad and what he has done. Kellen Clemens NEEDS to start playing so the Jets can see if HE is the future. If Clemens does not produce, it’s all good since they can trade Chad and free up a ton of money for a different quarterback.

Bottom line Jets fans, Kellen Clemens HAS to start playing. He is able to spread the defense with his ability to throw deep. This in turn will open the running game much better. Without, the Jets are doomed to a 1-15 season the way I see it. Yup 1 win against a bad Miami Dolphin team. At least they would get the first choice in the draft….and we saw what happened the last time when they selected Keyshawn Johnson!!

It’s time for a change, and not for the sake of change. This is for the good of the team. Eric Mangini is steadfast against making a change. He is attempting to prove loyalty toward his players. I applaud him for that. Chad Pennington will cost over 7 million against the cap next year. At 1-5, it’s time to take a look at the future and possibly create some cap room in the process.

I would love to hear your comments on the future of the Jets and Chad Pennington. See you next week after the Cincinnati game!

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