FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- Tuesday morning's wake-up call, Day 27 of New York Jets training camp:
What's happening: There's no practice. The Jets were slated for a practice on the original schedule, but it was cancelled to comply with league rules. It would have been five straight days of practice, Sunday through Thursday, and that's a no-no.
What's hot: They probably could use a day of rest, as no fewer than 15 players sat out Monday due to injuries. ... With the first mandatory roster cutdown approaching, the tension is building for bottom-of-the-roster players. Teams are required to be down to 75 players by next Tuesday, meaning 15 players will lose their jobs in the coming days. The backups won't get much time Saturday night against the New York Giants, putting a premium on every practice rep. Players on the bubble have to do something -- anything -- to catch the eye of a coach. Wide receiver Jonathon Rumph did that on Monday, making a four-yard touchdown catch over Antonio Cromartie in a red zone period. As Todd Bowles said, "It’s an important time. It’s crunch time. Guys have got to step up." ... It's hard to believe, but there are only four practices remaining in the preseason -- two this week, two next week. The regular season will be here before you know it.
