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The unheralded plays that illustrate Sam Darnold’s growth

The Jets won their third straight game on Sunday, a stunning 34-3 blowout of the Raiders. Here are some thoughts and observations on the game:

1. Jets coaches had a moment of joy when watching the film of the win over the Redskins last week. After quarterback Sam Darnold threw an ill-advised screen pass in the second quarter that was intercepted, he wound up on the sideline and was walking his way toward the bench. Then, he gave a motion with his hands that he should have “dirted” the ball, meaning throw it at the receiver’s feet so it cannot be intercepted.