2014 Season Preview: 5 Questions with The JET Press
By Mike Praser
Sep 8, 2013; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Jets fans cheer against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half at MetLife Stadium. The Jets won 18-17. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
To preview the upcoming season we have reached out to our fellow Fansided sites to get the inside info on the 2014 Chicago Bears opponents. Today we tackle the 3rd opponent on the Bears schedule, the New York Jets. Check out how Alan Schechter from The Jet Press answered our infamous “5 Questions”.
Jun 17, 2014; Florham Park, NJ, USA; New York Jets wide receiver Eric Decker(87) makes a catch during minicamp at Atlantic Health Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports
What did you like and/or dislike about what the Jets did in free agency and the draft?
"The Jets did actually a great job in free agency and the draft, in my opinion. One by one, John Idzik and company went after each need of the team. Eric Decker was a great choice, and Jace Amaro was an underrated draft pick. The only thing the Jets did that was suspect was to not acquire one of the big name corners."
Which rookie are you most looking forward to seeing this season?
"Jace Amaro, hands down."
What do you feel the Jets weakest link is going into Training Camp?
"Going into camp, whether or not they have the cornerback situation all lined up. With Dimitri Patterson and other younger players, there are a lot of unknowns there."
Oct 20, 2013; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Jets free safety Antonio Allen (39) stops a pass to New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Perlman/THE STAR-LEDGER via USA TODAY Sports
Can you tell us about a player on the roster who hasn’t reached the spotlight but you feel will be a difference maker in 2014?
"Antonio Allen. He’s a safety going into his third season, and the Jets are looking at him to start. He posted a pick six against Tom Brady last season, and an expanded role is going to serve him quite well."
I know it’s ridiculously early, but I know everyone looks at the schedule in the offseason trying to predict wins and losses. How do you feel about the matchup against the Bears?
"I believe, as early as it is, that the two teams matchup well, but it really is too early to do any kind of analysis."
What do you think Bears fans? Is it too early to do any kind of analysis about the matchup against the Jets? Tell me what you think in the comments section below.
I want to thank Alan Schechter from The Jet Press for taking the time out to answer our 5 Questions about the matchup between the Chicago Bears and New York Jets. Make sure you check out The Jet Press for all your news and info about the Jets.