Sam Darnold demonstrated no trouble adjusting to the NFL in his first career game. And because of the Jets backfield, the quarterback’s transition could remain easier than most assumed it would be.
While Darnold rightfully owned the headlines with his sparkling debut Monday night, running backs Isaiah Crowell and Bilal Powell provided the rookie with tremendous support in the Jets’ 48-17 win over the Lions, combining for 162 yards and two touchdowns on just 22 carries.
“It always helps to have a running game as a quarterback, no matter who you are,” coach Todd Bowles said Tuesday.