When the Jets signed veteran right tackle Morgan Moses in June, it was widely assumed he would unseat incumbent George Fant. Hold everything. This has turned into a legit competition, by Fant.
Since returning from the COVID-19 list, Fant has alternated with Moses, putting plenty of reps on tape. Coach Robert Saleh said he has "all the time in the world" to make a decision, so don't be surprised if this goes into the third preseason game.
Who gets the edge? Moses has a better résumé than Fant, but Fant, a former college basketball player, might be a better scheme fit because he's the better athlete. That's important in a zone-blocking system.
"This scheme, I feel like it's set for me," Fant said. "I'm an athlete. They want you to get up on guys quick. The way we run the ball, it fits me perfectly."
Fant has a chance to narrow the gap, but I'm going with Moses.
Since returning from the COVID-19 list, Fant has alternated with Moses, putting plenty of reps on tape. Coach Robert Saleh said he has "all the time in the world" to make a decision, so don't be surprised if this goes into the third preseason game.
Who gets the edge? Moses has a better résumé than Fant, but Fant, a former college basketball player, might be a better scheme fit because he's the better athlete. That's important in a zone-blocking system.
"This scheme, I feel like it's set for me," Fant said. "I'm an athlete. They want you to get up on guys quick. The way we run the ball, it fits me perfectly."
Fant has a chance to narrow the gap, but I'm going with Moses.