The New York Jets ran for a whopping 206 yards against the Raiders, their best performance on the ground since posting 323 rushing yards against the Broncos in Week 5 of 2018.
Two players in particular were instrumental behind the phenomenal production – Mekhi Becton and Connor McGovern. Becton earned an 81.8 run blocking grade from Pro Football Focus, third-best among left tackles in Week 13 (prior to Tuesday night’s game) and his second-best of the season. McGovern earned a season-best run blocking grade of 82.8 that stands as the second-best among centers this week.
When running to Becton’s left side (any carry directed to the left of the center), the Jets picked up 112 yards on 17 carries (6.