New Era for the New York Jets
The wait is finally over for the New York Jets, as star wide receiver Davante Adams is set to make his debut against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday night. After missing his final three games with the Las Vegas Raiders due to a hamstring injury, Adams has made a remarkable recovery and will have a full workload for the Jets.
A Fresh Start
Interim coach Jeff Ulbrich confirmed that Adams, whose trade request was granted earlier this week, will play a significant role for the Jets, who are looking to bounce back from a three-game losing streak. “We didn’t know what to expect with him coming here,” Ulbrich said. “But he’s looked fantastic in practice, and we’re excited to get him integrated into our offense.”
Surprise Return
In a surprise move, wide receiver Mike Williams will also be active for the game, despite missing practice on Wednesday and Thursday for personal reasons. Williams’ status was uncertain, but he attended practice on Thursday and is ready to go. However, his role may be reduced with the arrival of Adams, and trade rumors are already circulating.
Clearing the Air
Williams sidestepped questions about his desire to be traded, saying, “I’m where my feet are. I came here for a reason, and I’m excited for this weekend.” He also revealed that he had a one-on-one meeting with quarterback Aaron Rodgers to discuss their game-clinching interception in Monday night’s loss to the Buffalo Bills.
Building Chemistry
Rodgers had criticized Williams for running the wrong route, but Williams insisted he wasn’t upset by the quarterback’s comments. “We’re definitely still building our chemistry,” Williams said. With Adams now on board, Williams will likely be the WR4, behind Adams, Garrett Wilson, and Allen Lazard.
Learning from the Best
Garrett Wilson, the most-targeted player in the NFL, is excited to learn from Adams, saying, “It’s a great opportunity for me to learn a lot, and hopefully we can get this thing rolling and start winning games.” Adams, meanwhile, has no injury designation for Sunday and is ready to make an impact.
High Expectations
The Jets have high expectations for Adams, who looks as explosive and fast as ever, according to Ulbrich. With his experience, familiarity with the offense, and strong relationship with Rodgers, Adams is poised to make a significant difference for the Jets.
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