No, New York Jets fans. The 17-0 win you witnessed last night at MetLife Stadium was no mirage, hallucination or a figment of your imagination. It was in fact, a 21-year old quarterback in your team’s colors, making the types of plays that are usually reserved for experienced veterans. In his NFL debut, Jets third overall pick Sam Darnold showed off many of the traits that he did in college, and that he’s put on display for those who have seen at training camp this month.
Entering the game after a cameo appearance from Josh McCown and some very impressive work from Teddy Bridgewater, it was Darnold time, and the kid didn’t disappoint.