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mmarra82 · 05-04-2004, 03:45 PM

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Philadelphia, PA - The New York Jets struggles hit rock bottom yesterday as the Eagles blew out the Jets, 42-17.

The Jets took the opening drive and marched the lenghth of the field, capped by a Testaverde to Curtis Martin pass from 4 yards out and the Jets taking an early 7-0 lead. But that would be the end of any celebrating for New York. McNabb and the Eagles shredded the Jets, as McNabb converted on 26 of 31 passes for 277 yards and 5 touchdowns. Wide Receiver James Thrash caught 3 of McNabb's touchdown passes.

The Jets made a switch at quarterback after last weeks loss to Houston, but other than the opening drive, the offense continued to sputter. Philadelphia outgained the Jets 440 yards to 187. McGregor did not comment on the quarterback situation after the game, but stated, "We have more to worry about than the quarterback position right now."

The Jets offensive line continued to look horrible, as the Jets were held to 25 yards on the ground on 18 carries. Curtis Martin is on pace for his worst season in the NFL. Martin has compiled 431 yards on 140 carries, a mere 3.1 yards per carry, over a yard less than his career average.

On defense things were not much better. Philadelphia gained 164 yards on the ground, led by Duce Staley's 104. The D could not force any turnovers, and were able to get to McNabb only once all game.

Injuries for the Jets included reserve defensive end, Bryan Thomas. Thomas who made his first start of the season broke his clavicle and is expected to be out 6 weeks.

The Jets are home next week for the New York Giants who are winners of three straight, and are 3-1 since Kerry Collins has been back in the lineup.

05-04-2004, 03:45 PM	#73
mmarra82 High School Varsity Join Date: May 2001 Location: Oakdale, New York	Philsaster Philsaster Philadelphia, PA - The New York Jets struggles hit rock bottom yesterday as the Eagles blew out the Jets, 42-17. The Jets took the opening drive and marched the lenghth of the field, capped by a Testaverde to Curtis Martin pass from 4 yards out and the Jets taking an early 7-0 lead. But that would be the end of any celebrating for New York. McNabb and the Eagles shredded the Jets, as McNabb converted on 26 of 31 passes for 277 yards and 5 touchdowns. Wide Receiver James Thrash caught 3 of McNabb's touchdown passes. The Jets made a switch at quarterback after last weeks loss to Houston, but other than the opening drive, the offense continued to sputter. Philadelphia outgained the Jets 440 yards to 187. McGregor did not comment on the quarterback situation after the game, but stated, "We have more to worry about than the quarterback position right now." The Jets offensive line continued to look horrible, as the Jets were held to 25 yards on the ground on 18 carries. Curtis Martin is on pace for his worst season in the NFL. Martin has compiled 431 yards on 140 carries, a mere 3.1 yards per carry, over a yard less than his career average. On defense things were not much better. Philadelphia gained 164 yards on the ground, led by Duce Staley's 104. The D could not force any turnovers, and were able to get to McNabb only once all game. Injuries for the Jets included reserve defensive end, Bryan Thomas. Thomas who made his first start of the season broke his clavicle and is expected to be out 6 weeks. The Jets are home next week for the New York Giants who are winners of three straight, and are 3-1 since Kerry Collins has been back in the lineup.