Who: Broncos at Jets (-8.5)
When: 4:15PM EST
Where: Meadowlands, E. Rutherford, NJ
TV: WCBS
Radio: ESPN 1050, WABC 770, NFL FieldPass
Weather: Rainy- 45° F
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I will be attending today’s game with an old friend. First drop off the wive’s for a matinee, then go to the game and enjoy the festivities.

On a five game winning streak, coming off the high of beating the league’s last undefeated team, after taking on one of the league’s most formidible defenses the Jets take on one of the league’s most formidible offense. A win today would be another good statement by this team … that they are capable of beating any kind of team and capable of keeping their momentum intact.

Keys to the Game:

1. Beat the D (Line) — The Broncos are stout up front, but the Jets runners could make loads of yards working against a depleted linebacking corps.
2. Slow the O — The O-Line and the Broncos passing game are the biggest problems for the Jets. The Jets defensive line needs to win at the line of scrimmage to win this game, and the Jets need to keep the ball out of Marshall and Royal’s hands as much as possible.
3. A Leon Lift — Leon could have yet another big game in return duty, especially in kickoffs, see if he gets a long return today.
4. As Always, TURNOVERS– In the streak, the Jets have minimized their turnovers. The Jets have the chance to beat this Denver team long, but they need to be smart about it. See how Favre responds to a temptingly frail secondary.

Jets Run Offense v. Broncos Run Defense – Remember the Bills game? Same situation. The Jets are facing a brutal front four but just beyond those behemoths lies gads of yardage for Thomas and Leon to take against a weak and depleted linebacking corps. The Jets, will put as many bodies on the defensive lineman to focus on opening the holes up front. Look for the Jets to use Chris Baker and Tony Richardson to create room, but also look for the Jets to use their linemen efficiently … like trying to pull guards from one side or to use their “Wild Pig” formation with Robert Turner or Wayne Hunter as blocking Tight Ends.

Jets Pass Offense v. Broncos Pass Defense – This is the single weakest area of the Broncos total game. The Broncos have struggled against the pass all year, and the Jets passing game, although cautious of late, could have a big game against the Broncos. Coles and Cotch will take turns teeing off on the Broncos second corner, but look for Stuckey and/or Keller to make some contributions out of the slot. Since the Broncos have a weak linebacking corps, look for the Jets to exploit that with whatever Tight Ends they dress for the game. See if the weather plays into this facet of the Jets gameplan.

Jets Run Defense v. Broncos Run Offense – The Jets O-Line is great, but the Broncos line is even better. They grind out yards and don’t allow Jay Cutler to be sacked much. The old adage is true about this team, it really doesn’t matter who the Broncos throw out there to play running back, because the line is coached up so well and handpicked so devotedly by Mike Shannahan, the unit never skips a beat. Beating the line, not the running backs is key. If Kris Jenkins wants the MVP, winning the battle of the line up front today would make a very strong claim. The Jets need to do their best to let their d-linemen control the line of scrimmage and take up more blockers to allow the linebackers to stop the running backs. Putting Cutler in long down and distances will be important to getting this offense off the field.

Jets Pass Defense v. Broncos Pass Offense – Cutler hasn’t been sacked much this year a testament to his and his line’s play. With targets like Brandon Marshall and Eddie Royal, the Broncos wide receivers can be deadly once the ball is in their hands, so the Jets best defense is to keep it out of them. The but the Jets will need to use Revis mostly on Marshall (or Law with help over the top) and rotate on the speedster, Eddie Royal.

Special Teams – Also known as “the forgotten phase” for Denver. The Jets have a serious advantage here. Leon could have another big day for the Jets and look to see if field goals come into play for the Broncos as a factor in a win or loss. They’ve struggled with them this year.

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