FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) – The New York Jets know they need to do a lot of things right if they’re going to beat the Indianapolis Colts in the playoffs.
Their most important task might also be the most difficult: They need to put pressure on quarterback Peyton Manning.
The Jets (11-5) did a good job of that early in the AFC championship game last year, but Manning adjusted and carved up New York’s defense in the second half of a 30-17 victory. Manning has been protected well by his offensive line this season, getting sacked just 16 times.
Defensive end Mike DeVito says the Jets need to make Manning “know you’re there,” whether it’s taking him to the turf or just pressuring him into faster decisions.
The Jets and Colts (10-6) play Saturday night at Indianapolis.
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