The Jets Setter

Week 12 preview vs Ravens

As the New York Jets gear up to face the Baltimore Ravens this Sunday, edge rusher Jermaine Johnson is approaching the matchup with intensity — and a little self-imposed discipline. “He’s actually my first NFL career sack,” Johnson said, recalling the first time he brought down Ravens’ QB Lamar Jackson. “So it’s super cool, and I’m looking forward to getting one or two more Sunday against him.”

To sharpen his edge, Johnson revealed he’s “been doing extra running and staying off sugary drinks … getting ready for him.”

He added with a laugh, “It’s more of a personal thing … I just want to shed off any kind of weight … so that I can turn those hurries … into sacks.”

Johnson hasn’t just been working physically — he’s also studying the game. He’s looked to Myles Garrett for inspiration, calling him “very generational” after watching him dominate Jackson in recent tape.
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When it comes to strategy, Johnson keeps it simple but resolute: “You’ve just got to stay active, high motor, keep going … he’s very dynamic … but … I have all the confidence … to get the job done.”
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Head Coach Aaron Glenn’s press conference reinforced something I think Jets fans have been craving for years: real accountability. What stood out most was his refusal to sugarcoat anything. Glenn made it clear that every player has a defined job, and the standard is non-negotiable. To me, that’s refreshing in a franchise that has often danced around tough truths.

I also liked his decision not to elaborate on specific injuries, instead pointing reporters to what’s already public. Some may see that as evasive, but I see it as a coach tightening the operation and eliminating mixed messages—something the Jets desperately need.

His emphasis on culture over raw talent feels like a blueprint the team has ignored for too long. In my opinion, Glenn’s tone showed he’s not here to patch holes; he’s here to rebuild expectations. If he can get the roster to match his mentality, this season could surprise people.

The Jets finally pulled the plug on the Justin Fields experiment — and honestly, what took so long? After weeks of unwatchable offense and a passing attack stuck dead last in the league, Aaron Glenn had no choice but to hand the reins to Tyrod Taylor. Fields’ flashes were never enough to outweigh the inconsistency, missed reads, and stalled drives that buried this team at 2-8. Taylor isn’t a long-term answer, but he’s a professional who can steady the ship and at least make the offense functional. With five high-value draft picks coming in 2026, this benching feels like the Jets admitting reality and preparing for a true reset at quarterback.