What to watch closest when the Saints take on the New York Jets (1 Viewer)

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The Saints top units hope to make a statement against the Jets as the regular season draws closer.

By Bob Rose | Canal Street Chronicles

The New Orleans Saints return to the field this afternoon for their third preseason game, this time taking on the New York Jets. Fans will finally get to see quarterback Drew Brees in his first game action, along with most of the rest of the starting units for at least a few series. Even though it is still preseason, there are a few things that both the coaches from both teams want to see from their squads in what is essentially a dress rehearsal for the regular season.

SAINTS OFFENSE vs. JETS DEFENSE

Suffice it to say, new Jets defensive coordinator Gregg Williams, Brees, and Saints coaches Sean Payton and Pete Carmichael are all very familiar with each other. Williams has wasted no time implementing his trademark aggressive defensive packages, and his unit has blitzed often this preseason. New York is stout up front, with a big and powerful defensive linemen in Leonard Williams, Henry Anderson, and rookie 1st round pick Quinnen Williams to set the tone. The Jets added tackle machine C.J. Mosley at linebacker in free agency, but they suffered a big loss at linebacker when Avery Williamson was lost for the season with an injury. New York also has an outstanding safety tandem, with 2017's sixth overall pick Jamal Adams and Marcus Maye. The Jets look just ordinary at cornerback though, despite the presence of Trumaine Johnson. Former Saint Arthur Maulet is fighting for a spot at corner among a handful of young players the team is hoping will step up.

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