While they didn’t reach the Championship, the New Jersey Generals had arguably the most consistent season of any team in the USFL. They finished the year with a 9-1 record, winning nine straight heading into the postseason.
Marching on with our heads held high!🎖
THANK YOU, Generals fans! ❤️ pic.twitter.com/NLeloNQkvE
— New Jersey Generals (@USFLGenerals) June 26, 2022
When it comes to pure talent, New Jersey has plenty. Mike Riley put together an incredible team, from top to bottom. During the USFL’s 2022 season, the Generals were one of the most enjoyable groups to watch, as they provided viewers with excitement week in and week out.
PARIS. FORD.
That would be our ball‼️
📺: @FOXSports pic.twitter.com/8MK7x0F7jM
— New Jersey Generals (@USFLGenerals) June 25, 2022
Let’s take a look at what went well for New Jersey in 2022, and what the future holds for the North Division powerhouse.
Elite Quarterback Play
Without a doubt, New Jersey featured two of the USFL’s best quarterbacks. While they both had very different playing styles, Riley found a way to use both in unique ways. His two-QB system worked quite well, and Riley made the right adjustments as the year went on.
.@DredaDon14 finds a WIDE OPEN @alonzomoore0765 for his first TD pass of the season!
📺 @peacockTV pic.twitter.com/gck83wzxul
— New Jersey Generals (@USFLGenerals) May 7, 2022
To start with, DeAndre Johnson was a stellar athlete to watch all year long. His development as a passer was made evident in the USFL. Johnson was certainly taking over that QB1 role during the first several weeks. One of his best performances came in week five, when the Generals bested New Orleans in exciting fashion.
😤 @dredadon14 went into beast mode this weekend pic.twitter.com/UIRP4wHORY
— New Jersey Generals (@USFLGenerals) May 15, 2022
However, the offense took a turn in week six, when Johnson got injured. While Luis Perez was a key part of Riley’s…
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