Vin+ 3,121 Posted September 25, 2015 http://hosted.stats.com/fb/preview.asp?g=20150927020&home=20&vis=21 (AP) -- The New York Jets and Philadelphia Eagles have wildly defied preseason expectations through two weeks. New York looks impressive defensively despite the departure of its coach who is regarded as a top defensive mind. Chip Kelly retooled his offense in Philadelphia the way he saw fit, but the results have been disastrous so far. The Jets will try to continue their hot start and knock off the visiting Eagles for the first time ever Sunday. New York (2-0) has outscored Cleveland and Indianapolis 51-17 after getting outscored by an average of 25.1-17.7 while going 4-12 last year. "They know how long of a season it is and this just tells us we can be 2-14 right now," said new coach Todd Bowles, the replacement for Rex Ryan. "They understand that, too, but I'm not going to temper them from being excited." Philadelphia, in contrast, is in danger of dropping its first three games for the first time since an 0-4 start in 1999. The Eagles have been one of the biggest busts in the league, putting together a particularly pathetic offensive showing in Sunday's 20-10 loss to Dallas. Philadelphia, which managed 21 yards of offense in the first half, is averaging 35.0 rushing yards and has converted five of 23 third downs. "I was embarrassed," Kelly said. "That's not the way we're supposed to play football." The Jets' hot start has been fueled by an opportunistic defense. Their 10 takeaways, including three fumble recoveries by Darrelle Revis, are a team record through the first two games and marks the first time it's been done since 2005 (Cincinnati). New York ranked last in the league from 2012-14 with 51 turnovers forced. "The coaches have been preaching (turnovers) ever since Day 1 and we were able to get some for the second week in a row," nose tackle Damon Harrison said. "Any time we can get turnovers, it greatly increases our chances of winning. First couple weeks of the season, it's true." The Eagles will likely have to get their running game untracked, specifically DeMarco Murray, to improve to 10-0 in the series. Philadelphia's seven rushing yards against the Cowboys were its fewest since a team-record minus-12 against Washington in 1961. The Eagles have lost yardage on 21.2 percent of their carries. Murray had two yards on 13 attempts against Dallas and has 11 yards on the season, with 16 after contact - an indictment of the offensive line's play. Guards Allen Barbre and Andrew Gardner have especially struggled in replacing Evan Mathis and Todd Herremans, who were released in the offseason. "It doesn't matter who the running back is, we are not doing anything upfront to give him an opportunity," center Jason Kelce said. "We have got to get this fixed up front. We have to get it better." Making matters worse, Murray left practice Wednesday with a hamstring injury. The team did not give details of the injury or a timetable for return. Backup running back Ryan Mathews, who would take over if Murray was out, said after practice that he didn't think the injury was serious and that Murray would be back at practice Thursday. Nick Foles took a step back in 2014 for Philadelphia with an 81.4 passer rating after a 119.2 mark in 2013, and was traded to St. Louis for Sam Bradford. However, Bradford's been even worse with a 72.3 rating, throwing four interceptions and two TDs. The loss of Jeremy Maclin has also been felt in the receiving corps, with Jordan Matthews the only wideout with more than four catches. New York's passing game has been a pleasant surprise behind Ryan Fitzpatrick, who Bowles said would remain the starter even when Geno Smith returns from a broken jaw. Fitzpatrick has made good use of top offseason acquisition Brandon Marshall, who has 13 receptions and two scores. He's 66 receiving yards shy of becoming the 45th player with 10,000. The duo could look to exploit top Eagles cornerback Byron Maxwell, who has been targeted 18 times, allowing 224 yards and two TDs. Fitzpatrick could be without a key receiving option in Eric Decker, however. Decker is questionable after spraining his knee against the Colts on Monday. "I'll have to see how he's doing later in the week," Bowles said. "If he's not moving well, obviously he's not going to play. Time will tell. "We have a little bit of time, so I'm hopeful, but it's not out of the realm that he won't play, either." Running back Chris Ivory has a quadriceps injury and is also questionable. Philadelphia could be without three defensive starters. Kiko Alonso and Cedric Thornton have been ruled out while linebacker Mychal Kendricks may also sit out due to a hamstring injury. The Jets could also be missing a key one, as cornerback Darelle Revis is questionable due to a groin injury. Right guard Willie Colon is also questionable. Eagles could be 0-3. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RazorStar 4,025 Posted September 26, 2015 Eagles are gonna be 0-3. The offense is predictable all the way down to the snap count. Use the hard count Sam! The Jets defense is gonna steamroll them worse than the Cowboys did. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SteVo+ 3,702 Posted September 26, 2015 Even if our offense was playing well, the Jets' defensive front would smash us. We're fucked. 0-3, here we come. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seanbrock 1,684 Posted September 26, 2015 (edited) We need defensive and special teams TD's to win this game. It could get very ugly. Hopefully if Bradford plays shitty enough we bench him. Lets see some unbalanced and extra offensive linemen I think. Edited September 26, 2015 by seanbrock Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BwareDWare94 723 Posted September 26, 2015 31-13, Jest Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Piggly Wiggly 960 Posted September 26, 2015 Obvious let down spot for the Jets. 20-13, Eagles. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vin+ 3,121 Posted September 27, 2015 In addition to DeMarco Murray, the Eagles declared WR Josh Huff, QB Thad Lewis, LB Kiko Alonso, DE Cedric Thornton, LB Mychal Kendricks, and DE Taylor Hart inactive for Week 3 against the Jets. Huff has been a minimal player on offense to this point. His absence will lead to more work for slow-starting first-round pick Nelson Agholor. Jets declared WR Eric Decker, WR Chris Owusu, CB Darrin Walls, LB Trevor Reilly, OG Jarvis Harrison, OL Ben Ijalana, and DL Deon Simon inactive for Week 3 against the Eagles. Chris Ivory and Darrelle Revis are both active, as expected. The Jets are trying to stay optimistic that Decker (PCL) will return in Week 4. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SteVo+ 3,702 Posted September 27, 2015 Obvious let down spot for the Jets. 20-13, Eagles. Phil the gawd. Much-needed win for the Iggles. Offense looked better, but they still have a long way to go. They had nothing going in the second half. If not for our defense, we would have lost this game. Oh, and Bram Sadford looks fucking awful through 3 games. Can we get McNabb or Favre out of retirement? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BwareDWare94 723 Posted September 28, 2015 The result of this game makes absolutely no sense. I love football, man. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SteVo+ 3,702 Posted September 28, 2015 The result of this game makes absolutely no sense. I love football, man. It kinda does. The Eagles offense was never going to be completely stagnant forever, while the Jets offense is so bad, they can't be relied upon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WeaponX20 26 Posted September 28, 2015 Y'all are sheep.. You eagles make be sick and a disgrace to our fanbase I never once believe jets were going to win smh 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seanbrock 1,684 Posted September 29, 2015 Y'all are sheep.. You eagles make be sick and a disgrace to our fanbase I never once believe jets were going to win smh Shut up pussy 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cherry 1,302 Posted September 29, 2015 Shut up pussy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Piggly Wiggly 960 Posted September 29, 2015 The result of this game makes absolutely no sense. No, it does. The Jets were coming off a big road win with a short week. And their regression was inevitable. They're a 6-7 win team. And the Eagles are better than the dog shit that they showed through the first two weeks. Anyone with half a brain could have seen the let down scenario for the Jets. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
