Leon Washington lost for year

First Kris Jenkins. Now Leon Washington. Many fans may even start to think the New York Jets have become the New York Mets.

For the second week in a row, the New York Jets received disastrous news. During the first quarter in Sunday’s blowout, Washington suffered a broken right fibula and underwent surgery immediately. The injury was very horrific as teammates said they could see the broken bone poking through the skin.

Washington, who made the Pro Bowl last season, is New York’s most explosive player on offense. Last year, he led the league in all purpose yards. The Jets were able to use Washington in many different ways to try and get him in the open field. Washington excelled as a kick returner, change of speed running back and leading the Seminole formation.

Like Jenkins, Washington will be extremely tough to replace.

Fortunately, the Jets saw some promise from rookie running back Shonn Greene, who he had 144 yards and two touchdowns against the Raiders. Greene will be heavily relied on in Washington’s absence. Before Sunday, Greene only had eight career carries. Greene will immediately be placed into the fire as Thomas Jones’ backup.

-Greg