The New York Jets were not supposed to lose last week. They definitely were not supposed to allow Darren McFadden to run for 171 yards and score two rushing touchdowns, not a team led by Rex Ryan who cites stopping the run as the first responsibility of his defense. This week they face Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice, said to be the league's best running back this year in by most experts.
NFL Picks Week 4: Jets Vs. Ravens
The Jets figure to have their hands full with Ray Rice this week. Can they stop Rice and beat Baltimore in Rex Ryan’s first trip back since taking the New York job?
The Ravens had a pretty efficient practice session against the Rams last week. Joe Flacco threw for 389 yards and Rice ran for 81 yards on a mere 9 carries. The Jets defense should be a better test for both players, and a return to Baltimore adds another layer of narrative for Ryan.
Pete Prisco says to expect big things from Rice this week, and predicts the Ravens to win.
The Jets didn’t play well at Oakland, and now coach Rex Ryan has to face his former team. The Ravens exploded on offense last week, but this Jets team is a much better defense. It’s another big test for Joe Flacco, but this one will be on Ray Rice. He has a big day against a Jets defense that is 31st against the run.
The Yahoo! pickers all take the Ravens to win. Vinnie Iyer at the Sporting News picks Baltimore as well.
To get the Ravens’ fan perspective on things, check out Baltimore Beatdown. For all things Jets, head on over to Gang Green Nation.
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