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Gastineau Wants Jets Rookie Bailey to Show More Sack Joy
Former sack leader sees bright future for young pass rusher after three-sack game but wonders about the lack of celebration.
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Sack Dance Advice
Mark Gastineau recorded 107.5 career sacks including a single-season record 22 in 1984 that stood for 17 years. The former star believes his celebrations reflected hard work and excitement after getting to the quarterback. He was surprised to see rookie David Bailey react so calmly after each of his three sacks against the Cleveland Browns last week. Gastineau sees a player with a very bright future who played his butt off and expects Bailey gets excited even if he chooses not to show it.
Allen Steps Up at Running Back
With Breece Hall sidelined the Jets will start Braelon Allen again on Sunday. The 242-pound back has gained 4.2 yards per carry and scored two touchdowns on outside rushes this season slightly better than the starter in those categories. Coordinator Frank Reich described him as a big man with little man's feet and the team believes it has the best one-two combination in the league.
McDonald Adds Special Teams Role
Will McDonald IV has shifted toward situational pass rushing and special teams this season. He recorded two tackles on kickoff coverage last week after joining the unit for the first time since his rookie year.
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