The New York Jets suffered their latest fourth-quarter collapse, falling short of playoff contention for the 14th consecutive season. The team’s inability to close out games has become a recurring theme throughout their Super Bowl era.
Coach Jeff Ulbrich expressed frustration and disappointment after the 32-26 overtime loss to the Miami Dolphins. “We have to find a way to finish and close these things out,” he said. “We’re not getting that accomplished, and I have to look at myself first.”
The Jets’ season began with high expectations but quickly fell apart. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers attributed their struggles to his own performance, stating, “I didn’t play good enough in some crunch times.” Despite having a strong 2024 season so far, the team’s inability to win close games has been a major issue.
The search for winning DNA continues, as the Jets try to break their playoff drought. With several coaches contributing to the drought over the past decade, it remains to be seen what changes are needed to reverse this trend.
With Rodgers back from injury, many expected the team would make a push into January or even February. However, the loss cemented their elimination from playoff contention, leaving them with a franchise-record five losses after holding a fourth-quarter lead.
The Jets’ struggles have become an ongoing saga, as they try to find answers to close out games and make a deep postseason run.
Source: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/42862200/jets-collapse-again-extend-postseason-drought-14-seasons