The New York Jets are coming off one of their biggest disappointments of the head coach Aaron Glenn era, having lost to the previously winless Miami Dolphins in Week 7. The team could bounce back with a winnable game this weekend.
The Week 8 opponent is the Las Vegas Raiders, who have lost four-consecutive contests.
Jets Wire
has identified three potential X-factors for the offense versus the Raiders in Week 8.
Breece Hall, RB
Star running back Breece Hall logged a limited practice on Wednesday. That indicates he should return to the lineup versus the Raiders. Braelon Allen has been very productive in Hall's absence, but the offense should welcome back its bellcow against a Raiders defense that is struggling to stop the run.
Omar Cooper Jr., WR
Rookie wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr.
has been outstanding in back-to-back games. The 30th overall selection has surpassed 100 receiving yards and scored a touchdown in two straight outings. Quarterback Geno Smith should continue peppering Cooper with targets while he's hot.
Armand Membou, OT
The Raiders' best pass rusher is superstar Maxx Crosby. The multi-time Pro Bowler typically aligns opposite the offense's right tackle. That likely means Jets right tackle Armand Membou will be tested by Crosby in the passing game. Membou needs to keep the pocket clean.
This article originally appeared on Jets Wire: 3 potential X-factors for the Jets offense vs. Raiders in Week 8
