Brian Costello

Brian Costello

NFL

Jets need some INTs ASAP

The Jets defense is ranked No. 4 in the NFL, but the unit must start forcing turnovers if it is going to be a truly dominant defense and help out the offense.

The Jets have just one interception this season, the fewest in the league. They have three takeaways total, tied with the Texans and Chargers for second-worst, ahead of only the Steelers.

All of this has left coach Rex Ryan scratching his head. His front seven has been tremendous this season and shut down the run. You would think by forcing teams to throw, the Jets would at least luck into a pick.

“Am I shocked that we have one interception all year? Yeah. I’d be shocked if we only had one a game,” Ryan said. “Quite honestly, yes, it’s very disappointing.”

Ryan said he’s tried calling traps and schemes on defense to get some picks, but it has not worked. Throw in Geno Smith’s penchant for throwing the ball to the other team and the Jets have a cocktail that leads to losses.

It’s time for the Jets secondary to catch up to the big guys up front and come up with a turnover or two to help out the offense.