FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- A look at what's happening around the New York Jets:
1. Will trend continue? The Jets don't have to be as iconic as the '85 Bears defense to make a long playoff run. Recent history (specifically, Aaron Rodgers' history) tells us he can get his team to a high seed with "only" a top-10 defense.
In 15 seasons as the Green Bay Packers' starter, Rodgers was blessed with a top-10 defense (yards allowed) only four times. Their records in those seasons (all playoff years): 11-5, 10-6, 13-3 and 13-4.