New York Jets: How the Disappointing 2012 Season Was Triggered Years Ago

January 29, 2012   ·   Erik Reitmeyer   ·   Jump to comments

"We always talk about here how you need to have talent and character. You can't have one without the other. I think we have good players and good people." 
Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum told that to The Star Ledger in December of 2008. A month after that statement the Jets named Rex Ryan head coach.
Three seasons later the Jets find themselves faced with having to endure the worst possible Super Bowl matchup, their in-town rivals the Giants, and their arch-enemies the New England Patriots—a no-win scenario.  
It's an organization and fan-base at a crossroads. For the first time under Ryan people are doubting whether or not the "Ryan Way" is the proper course of action. Even Rex Ryan has recently doubted whether or not his actions have put unnecessary pressure on his players.
Since Ryan’s arrival the Jets have made a habit of acquiring “questionable” characters. The exact reasons for doing so are unclear, but it’s probab...

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