Like his teammates, AVT said he is excited by the positive changes and infusion of talent ahead of the Jets’ Week 1 game against visiting Baltimore on Sept. 11. There’s a long way to go between now and then, but the offense has been fortified by the drafting of WR Garrett Wilson and Hall from Iowa State, a beefed-up offensive line, upgrades at tight end via C.J. Uzomah and Tyler Conklin and a quarterback in Zach Wilson who has not only bulked up but has also smartened up as he’s taken a deep dive into the playbook.
“To be honest, being on the O-line I can’t see him that much of what he’s doing,” AVT said about Wilson. “But in terms of leadership, I see him stepping up, communicating with guys in the huddle, doing things quicker, faster and bringing the guys up after practice. I’m seeing that leadership role. It’s really cool to see.
“This year feels different. We’re more confident in Year 2, in the playbook. Things can always be critiqued, but here with the O-line we have some of the…