When NFL fans blame their favorite team’s offensive coordinator, the criticism is often misguided. Offensive coordinators are frequently scapegoated when the real reason for the team’s struggles is the execution of the players.
While the New York Jets certainly have their fair share of execution issues, the criticism of offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett is still warranted. The film shows numerous examples of the Jets offense being hamstrung by Hackett’s decisions. He is contributing to the Jets’ scoring woes just as much as the players.
Let’s take a look at a few ways in which Hackett is making life tougher for the Jets.