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Aug 27, 2015 20:16:36 GMT -5
Harrier and The Tax Returns Are in Kenya like this
Post by PK on Aug 27, 2015 20:16:36 GMT -5
I'm sure that you would be fine...and it's wrong to call it "critism". You kind of perfectly explained why editors are needed. You typed that out on a phone on a beach. Creative juices flowing, yada yada yada. I couldn't do that. When I edit documents for people I work with, they barely notice the changes. Which is good. My job wouldn't be to interrupt the creative flow good writers have, but instead to button up the little nuances you pass over while writing. I'm looking at it from a readers pov.
I'm actually quite interested to know what's involved and how it's done. Is there some sort of editing software package or something?
Do the likes of Cimini and Mehta get their work edited, or are they just that gifted at writing and then formatting it correctly?
It physically fuckin hurts to use the word "gifted" in the same sentence as that slimy little fuck weasel Mehta.
Venue: MetLife Stadium.
When: Saturday August 29th.
Time: kick off 7:00pm Eastern.
Written by the ole English chap Harrier
So far…so good for Todd Bowles and his troops.
The rookie head coach has handled some incredible off-field situations this offseason, with leadership accustomed to veteran head coaches.
So far, the Jets have managed to avoid any season ending injuries, aside from Antonio Allen. They have had their fair share of dinged up players, as Bowles attempts to put his stamp on the team by working them hard this offseason. Bowles and his staff will hope for more of the same, as they aim to come through Saturday night’s game with no more injury headaches.
The Jets started slow against the Lions in their first preseason outing, leading to panic that the team may still be a year or two away from a playoff berth. The Jets starters looked flat against a Falcons team that scored 14 unanswered points. The team then rallied under the rookie signal caller Bryce Petty, eventually running out 30-22 winners in their second outing.
The cross town rivalry is ignited once again, as both organizations battle again for the coveted “Snoopy Bowl” trophy. An already panicky fan base waits to see signs of a team that is ready to take the next step, after heavy offseason investment by owner Woody Johnson. The fans, and experts alike, are ready to see a performance on par with what the roster talent suggests. There is no better time than this offseason dress rehearsal to change perceptions that this team is trending in the right direction.
The coaching staff has appeared reluctant to open up the play book in recent weeks, opting for a more conservative “cards to the chest” approach. You can be sure there will be panic Saturday night, if Bowles and his men don't find a way to ignite a concerned fan base and silence their doubts after the last two preseason games.
Defensively, there aren’t many fans that have much concern over this year’s unit. It boasts tremendous talent and depth, at both the defensive line and secondary positions. Todd Bowles is a diverse defensive mind, and has the pieces to position this group in among top 5 defenses this year.
As usual with this team, the questions come offensively. The unsettled quarterback situation will either make or break this team. The Jets were forced to turn to journeyman Ryan Fitzpatrick after starting QB Geno Smith was slugged by linebacker IK Enemkpali. This surely was not how Bowles envisioned the start of his head coaching tenure in the big chair, but to his credit, it's something he's handled with aplomb.Thus far, the Jet offense has struggled to show any spark or big play capability in the short time the starting unit has been out there. We have seen plenty of conservative short to intermediate pass plays, with an emphasis on protecting the football.
There will be no excuses this year for not pushing the ball downfield and showing more explosiveness, considering the acquisitions made by new general manager Mike Maccagnan. It remains to be seen whether that can be done with Ryan Fitzpatrick at the helm. Brandon Marshall has already shown flashes of his elite talent, and will be a huge factor on third down and redzone situations.
The team is also currently awaiting the return of second round pick Devin Smith, who was considered the team’s primary deep threat this year before going down with broken ribs during training camp.Look for the Jets to still lean heavily on the run game. Chris Ivory is a violent runner and a potent part of this offense. Ivory will be used early and often, as he aims to eclipse his first one thousand yard season. Fans will rejoice if the starting offense can move the ball effectively and score some points early on a suspect Giants defense.
There are still questions about this year’s offensive line. The signing of James Carpenter has upgraded the left guard position. However, it's the last chance for someone to step up and wrestle the starting right guard job from veteran Willie Colon. The line showed their ability to run the ball last year, but there is still lingering doubt about leaky pass protection and penalties going forward, especially against formidable fronts like the defense we will face in Rex Ryan’s Bills.
Saturday night will be deemed a success, if the team plays penalty free, can score easily with some big play capability, and plays with more intensity than it has previously. Defensively, the Jets just need to start fast and stall the Giants early, create some havoc and turnovers, and come away injury free. If they can play fast and clean mistake-free football, then New York Jets fans have a reason to be excited about their team’s chances this year.