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Backfield depth may be key to Bills offensive efficiency

Monday's game ended when Taron Johnson intercepted Aaron Rodgers' final pass of the game. However, Buffalo's offense did a lot to prepare the team for victory.

The Bills had to play without Pro Bowl running back James Cook, who is dealing with a toe injury. However, thanks to the impressive play of backup Ty Johnson and rookie Ray Davis, the offense never seemed to catch a break.

Davis was particularly influential, showcasing his ability as a ball carrier and pass catcher throughout the game. He finished the game with 97 rushing yards, three catches and 55 receiving yards.

While Cook will undoubtedly remain an important part of the game plan upon his return, offensive coordinator Joe Brady needs to think about creating more opportunities for Johnson and Davis.

With Davis playing a major role, the Bills got a clean, efficient performance from Josh Allen (19 of 25 for 215 yards, 2 TDs, 1 rushing TD) – something Buffalo hadn't seen during its two-game losing streak.

Over the last two weeks, Allen totaled 25 of 59 yards and a touchdown. His struggles and lack of a viable wide receiver have led to plenty of trade speculation. According to The Athletic's Dianna Russini, Buffalo was among the teams “monitoring” the situation with Las Vegas Raiders outside guard Davante Adams.

The Bills could look to acquire a receiver before the Nov. 5 trade deadline. In the meantime, however, it would be wise to rely a little less on Allen's ability to drive the offense — although the occasional shot is certainly warranted — and a little more on the team's surplus of backfield talent.

It's a formula that helped settle the offense when Brady became a play-caller last season and helped make Cook a star in the first place.

Coaching changes can improve the Jets' offense, but the problems run deep

The big storyline surrounding the Jets' entry on Monday night was obviously the coaching changes that were made last week. New York fired former head coach Robert Saleh, replaced him with Jeff Ulbrich and made Todd Downing the new offensive lineman.

Ulbrich, who had been defensive coordinator since 2021, continued to call the defensive plays on Monday, while Ubrich took over for coordinator Nathaniel Hackett on the offensive side.

Overall, the results were mixed.

There were definitely some signs of improvement offensively. Some of the creative decisions didn't work – quarterback Rodgers was held up on an attempted flea flicker – but there was more variety, offensive rhythm and a clear attempt to get the ball to No. 1 receiver Garrett Wilson (8 catches, 107 yards , 1 TD).

Rodgers (23 of 35 for 294 yards, 2 TDs, 1 INT) had his most productive passing game to date as a Jet.