What could they possibly do for an encore? Bart Scott has something in mind -- something big.
"You try to be the No. 1 defense -- ever," the veteran linebacker said matter-of-factly Thursday after practice. "Why not?"
The Jets finished No. 1 in total defense last season, their first under Rex Ryan and defensive coordinator Mike Pettine. Adding Cromartie and Taylor, not to mention safety Brodney Pool and first-round cornerback Kyle Wilson, are "all cherries on top," Scott said.
As Scott said, "You eat [the ice cream], you're full and it's like, 'Damn, I get a cherry, too?' "
The former Ravens linebacker believed the 2006 Baltimore defense was good enough to be mentioned as the best in history -- it allowed a league-best 12.6 points per game -- but it lacked the validation of a Super Bowl title.
"You have to win the Super Bowl to be considered the best," he said.
Even though it's early, the Jets' collection of talent has made a strong impression on running back LaDainian Tomlinson, who was swallowed up by the Jets in last season's divisional playoffs.
"This defense," he said, "is pretty scary."
You know, this whole new Jets attitude is starting to rub off on everyone. And in saying that, I will say this as well: why not?! I am a believer! Rex Ryan has turned this team around in one season and they all have grabbed hold and run with Coach Ryan. This defense certainly has the pieces to be the best ever. Now I can't wait to see what it has to offer on opening day in September.
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