The New York Jets have officially named rookie Mark Sanchez the starting quarterback for the Week 1 opener against Houston on September 13.Sanchez, the No. 5 overall pick out of USC, was in a tight battle with Kellen Clemens, but all signs were pointing toward Sanchez as being the Jets starter for opening week. Sanchez and Clemens have both had their ups and downs this pre-season, but the upside for Sanchez is clearly higher than Clemens.
Sanchez was 6-of-12 in two preseason games, with one touchdown pass and one interception.
Clemens, in his fourth season out of Oregon, is 9-of-14 for 84 yards in the preseason. He also has one touchdown and one pick.
Clemens, in his fourth season out of Oregon, is 9-of-14 for 84 yards in the preseason. He also has one touchdown and one pick.
The future is now for the Jets, and this was a no-brainer decision for the Jets to make. Sanchez is clearly more talented than Clemens. While, its always seen as throwing the rookie to the fire when they start the season in the spotlight, Sanchez can handle to pressure of being a starting quarterback in the NFL. Having played his college ball at USC, he is use to the spotlight. I look forward to seeing Sanchez play this season. He will undoubtedly make some mistakes on the field, but the upside is well worth the risk of having him start the season as the number one guy in New York.
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