SB Nation New York - NFL Preseason 2011: Jets Fall To Eagles, 24-14https://cdn.vox-cdn.com/community_logos/48977/ny-fave.png2011-09-02T08:09:16-04:00http://newyork.sbnation.com/rss/stream/21619032011-09-02T08:09:16-04:002011-09-02T08:09:16-04:00Jets-Eagles Score: New York Loses Preseason Finale, 24-14
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<p>Playing a lineup almost completely devoid of starters or regular players, the New York Jets lost to the Philadelphia Eagles, 24-14, Thursday night at MetLife Stadium in their preseason finale.</p>
<p>Jets coach Rex Ryan used the game to evaluate players trying to earn the final available spots on the 53-man roster. <span class="caps">NFL</span> teams have to reach the 53-man limit on Saturday.</p>
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<p>“This was a game that was really about the individual, not necessarily the team and obviously I hate losing but it really is an individual thing. There are a couple spots open, practice squad spots open so that’s what this camp was about. We had a couple guys step up that hadn’t had any snaps,” Ryan said. “We are going to take a long, long look at these guys.”</p>
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<p>The Jets open the regular season Sunday, Sept. 11 when they host the Dallas Cowboys in the Sunday night game beginning at 8:20 p.m. ET.</p>
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https://newyork.sbnation.com/new-york-jets/2011/9/2/2399919/jets-eagles-score-new-york-loses-preseason-finale-24-14Ed Valentine2011-09-01T10:11:34-04:002011-09-01T10:11:34-04:00NFL Preseason 2011: Jets Host Eagles In Finale
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<p>-- See <a href="http://ganggreennation.com" target="new">Gang Green Nation</a> for complete Jets discussion and analysis</p> <p>(Sports Network) - There's little time to rest for the <span class="sbn-auto-link"><a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.ganggreennation.com/">New York Jets</a></span>, who'll be taking the field at MetLife Stadium for Thursday's preseason closer with the <span class="sbn-auto-link"><a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.bleedinggreennation.com/">Philadelphia Eagles</a></span> just three days after the team's most recent game.</p>
<p>The Jets were initially slated to face their in-stadium rivals, the <span class="sbn-auto-link"><a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.bigblueview.com/">New York Giants</a></span>, this past Saturday before the arrival and impact of Hurricane Irene on the local area pushed the contest back to Monday. The delay had little effect on the Jets' defense, however, as Rex Ryan's group put on a stifling display in Gang Green's 14-3 victory.</p>
<p>Safety <span>Jim Leonhard</span> and linebacker <span class="sbn-auto-link"><span>David Harris</span></span> each had first-half interceptions of Giants quarterback <span class="sbn-auto-link"><span>Eli Manning</span></span> to lead the defensive charge, while the unit later came with a blocked field goal and a goal-line stand to protect what was then a 7-3 lead.</p>
<p>The Jets weren't as proficient on the other side of the ball, with the offense mustering just 223 total yards on the evening. Starting quarterback <span class="sbn-auto-link"><span>Mark Sanchez</span></span> threw for just 64 yards with a touchdown on 8-of-16 passing in about 2 1/2 quarters worth of action.</p>
<p>New wide receiver <span class="sbn-auto-link"><span>Plaxico Burress</span></span>, a member of the Giants from 2005-08, failed to record a catch against his former team despite being targeted four times by Sanchez. It was the veteran's second game since joining the Jets as a free agent after missing the entire 2009 and 2010 campaigns while imprisoned on a well-publicized weapons violation.</p>
<p>With the starters having played into the third quarter of Monday's win, Ryan plans to rest the majority of his first-teamers in preparation for the Sept. 11 regular-season opener against Dallas.</p>
<p>With Sanchez slated to sit out and backup <span class="sbn-auto-link"><span>Mark Brunell</span></span> still hobbled with a calf injury, rookie <span class="sbn-auto-link"><span>Greg McElroy</span></span> seems likely to be under center for all or most of Thursday's tilt.</p>
<p>Philadelphia head coach Andy Reid figures to take the same course of action with his regulars, though the Eagles come in with a more of a respite than their opponent. The team was last in action this past Thursday, scoring a 24-14 win over Cleveland at Lincoln Financial Field.</p>
<p>It wouldn't be surprising if Reid trots out his top offensive line for this one, however, especially after the crew underwent some reshuffling following the last game. With projected right tackle <span class="sbn-auto-link"><span>Ryan Harris</span></span> sidelined indefinitely after undergoing recent back surgery, usual left guard <span class="sbn-auto-link"><span>Todd Herremans</span></span> will slide into that spot with <span class="sbn-auto-link"><span>Evan Mathis</span></span> taking over Herremans' old post.</p>
<p>The front wall will also have two rookie starters in place for Philadelphia's Sept. 11 lid-lifter at St. Louis, with sixth-round draftee <span class="sbn-auto-link"><span>Jason Kelce</span></span> overtaking incumbent <span class="sbn-auto-link"><span>Jamaal Jackson</span></span> at center. He'll be situated next to right guard <span class="sbn-auto-link"><span>Danny Watkins</span></span>, the Eagles' first-round choice in April's draft.</p>
<p>The Eagles made some additional news during the week, agreeing to terms with franchise quarterback <span class="sbn-auto-link"><span>Michael Vick</span></span> on a six-year, $100-million contract on Monday. Fans in attendance likely won't have a chance to see the reigning NFL Comeback Player of the Year show off his skills, however, as it's doubtful he'll play on Thursday.</p>
<p>Backup <span>Vince Young</span> and second-year pro Mike Kafka are expected to split reps at quarterback for Philadelphia. Young is coming off an impressive outing against the <span class="sbn-auto-link"><a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.dawgsbynature.com/">Browns</a></span>, hitting on 9-of-12 attempts for 58 yards and adding a 10- yard touchdown run in the third quarter.</p>
<p>These teams will also square off in Philadelphia during Week 15 of the upcoming regular season.</p>
https://newyork.sbnation.com/2011/9/1/2397834/nfl-preseason-2011-jets-host-eagles-in-finaleEd Valentine