Stock up, stock down following the Jets' loss to the Steelers
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 20: Aaron Rodgers #8 of the New York Jets throws a pass with an apparent injury to his hand during the third quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium on October 20, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
The New York Jets continued their 2024 NFL season with a 37-15 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 7.
In any outing, it was a team effort as a whole. Individually, certain players stand out for better or for worse. That was the case in Pittsburgh on Sunday.
Oct 20, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson (5) runs after a catch as Pittsburgh Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick (39) defends during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
A stat line of five catches for 61 yards usually is not bad. However, the drop Wilson had leading to an interception was such a backbreaker that his stock goes down. He said it himself.
Stock up: Will McDonald IV
Oct 20, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson (3) scrambles against pressure from New York Jets defensive end Will McDonald IV (99) during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
The Jets defense had a "bend but don't break" mentality for most of the contest. The offense never picked them up. Part of the successes defensively were because of McDonald. He recorded a sack and tackle for loss against the Steelers.
Stock down: K Greg Zuerlein
East Rutherford, NJ -- October 14, 2024 -- After missing two field goals run the second half, Greg Zuerlein of the Jets leaves the field at the end of the game. The Buffalo Bills came to MetLife Stadium to play the NY Jets. The Jets played their first game under new interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich.
Another game, another miss. Zuerlein is not having a good 2024 season. At least he hit his extra-point attempt. His kick was blocked against the Steelers and he is a concern.
Stock down: CB Brandin Echols
Oct 20, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens (14) catches an 11 yard touchdown pass in front of New York Jets cornerback Brandin Echols (26) during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
Echols saw more playing time for the second-straight game because of DJ Reed's groin injury. He got picked on again and many were wondering why Steelers wide receiver George Pickens was not followed by Jets cornerback Sauce Garder earlier in the game.
Stock down: DT Quinnen Williams
Oct 20, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson (3) throws pass while being pressured by New York Jets defensive tackle Quinnen Williams (95) during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
It was simply just a quiet game for Williams. Steelers running back Najee Harris put up 102 yards rushing and Williams never stood out at any point.
Stock up: RB Breece Hall
Oct 20, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Jets running back Breece Hall (20) sores a touchdown past Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. (24) during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
While a bad game on offense, Hall did put up some numbers. He only had 38 rushing yards, but in the passing attack, he led the Jets. Hall had 103 yards receiving and did put away a rushing touchdown.
Stock down: QB Aaron Rodgers
Oct 20, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) throws pass against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
Two interceptions and both were extremely demoralizing for the Jets. The Wilson one was not on Rodgers, but considering all the recent changes? Rodgers is out of excuses in New York.
Stock up: TE Tyler Conklin
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 20: Tyler Conklin #83 of the New York Jets catches a pass for a touchdown during the second quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium on October 20, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin Berl/Getty Images)
Conklin had his first touchdown since October 2022. That will help his stock.
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