There’s a chorus of naysayers rising up against Jets offensive coordinator Jeremy Bates, but it doesn’t reside at 1 Jets Drive.
A day after an unusual – and ultimately futile – offensive performance against the Patriots, coach Todd Bowles stood by his man, saying he had no intention of shifting playcalling duties, and going so far as to say that he was pleased with how Bates performed. That, it seems, will be the case no matter who is the quarterback: Bowles said he’s unsure if Sam Darnold (foot) will be able to practice come Wednesday, or be able to play the Texans next week.