Jets break down rushing outburst in Houston: ‘It opened up everything else’

Tevin Coleman, New York Jets, Getty ImagesRushers broke through for the New York Jets in a defensive struggle

In an act of gridiron mercy, the New York Jets made sure that Sunday’s dreary affair with the equally woebegone Houston Texans was quick and relatively painless thanks to a strong rushing attack that kept the clock running.

Losing rookie standout Michael Carter could’ve been a depressive blow to the New York offense, but those who linger in his wake picked up the slack in a 21-14 victory. Tevin Coleman, Ty Johnson, and Austin Walter united for 147 yards on 31 carries while returning quarterback Zach Wilson put in the game-winning score on the ground in the third quarter. Walter…