Lack of spring practices might slow maturation

Point Counterpoint

- Adam Gase and Dan Leberfeld

Q: How did the virtual offseason program go?

Gase: I think it’s the most meeting time that any of us as coaches ever had with our players. Usually when you hit Phase Two, you get on the field and try to slam in (the classroom teaching). So this was a great way for us to be able to really slow things down, show examples, go through our installs very, very detailed. And when there was any kind of gray (areas), guys were able to ask questions and take their time, to be able to make sure they understand.

The key to the whole thing is going to be in training camp to be able to hit the ground running and take that information they acquired this offseason.

Leberfeld: This extensive classroom work will be great for some players who will really benefit once the team hits the field. However, there are other players who learn better on the field as opposed to learning it in the classroom. Some need extra one-on-one tutoring from assistant coaches on the field to retain information. They just learn better that way.

Once the Jets hit the field for training camp, Gase and his assistant coaches will find out who truly benefitted from the virtual offseason program, and which players learn better from doing rather than talking.

Q: How much did the lack of spring practices hurt the development of rookie receiver Denzel Mims?