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Sam Darnold bringing Jets fans hope for present — and future

Imagine what his second Opening Day must feel like for Sam Darnold:

Adam Gase whispering sweet offensive nothings in his ear. Le’Veon Bell champing at the bit behind him to remind the world of his dual-threat genius after a year away. Ryan Kalil centered in front of him making perfect calls, and Kelechi Osemele one big, nasty body over looking to maul somebody. Jamison Crowder lined up to his left or to his right knowing how a slot receiver is supposed to get open in traffic. Fiery defensive coordinator Gregg Williams directing defensive quarterback C.J. Mosley and precocious rookie Quinnen Williams to get him the ball back at all costs, or almost all costs.