Adam Gase apparently can bring the best out in Sam Darnold.
The Jets’ second-year quarterback threw a perfect game in Thursday’s preseason opener at MetLife Stadium. It was actually a perfect series because that’s all Darnold played. But he carved up the Giants’ defense, leading the Jets on a seven-play touchdown drive.
Darnold completed 4 of 5 passes for 68 yards and a score on the game’s first drive. His passer rating was a perfect 158.3.
This was Gase’s first game as the Jets head coach. He was brought in to help develop Darnold into a franchise quarterback, make the offense explosive and lead the Jets back to the playoffs.