The New York Jets' pass rush looked so dominant in practice on Tuesday that it left head coach Aaron Glenn almost speechless.
Brian Costello of the New York Post reported that Glenn said, "Whoa. That's all I can say is, 'Whoa.' "
Linebacker Jermaine Johnson returned to practice for the first time this season after beginning the new league year on the physically unable to perform list as he recovered from Achilles surgery. According to Costello, Johnson was a frequent uninvited guest in offensive backfields during practice.
Pairing Johnson with Will McDonald, along with All-Pro defensive tackle Quinnen Williams rushing on the interior, is something that Glenn is looking forward to.
"I think we see Will has a fastball that is like elite in this league," Glenn told reporters. "Jermaine is a bigger body - 265, 270 pounds - that's a true power player but he does have speed also."
In a division with a couple of high-octane offenses, limiting time for plays to develop is going to be a key to the Jets' success. Containing and controlling Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is not an easy task, but the Jets' defensive front is going to have to step up to the challenge.
Keeping their core of pass rushers healthy long term is the biggest piece of the puzzle for the Jets' defense this season. McDonald and Williams have both missed time with injuries during training camp, but with the season right around the corner, the trio is ready to get after opposing quarterbacks again this season.
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