Jets Quarterbacks Spread the Ball to Many Receivers in Preseason Game
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The New York Jets played a preseason game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Several Jets receivers caught passes from the team's quarterbacks during the game.
Preseason games let coaches see how players perform before the real season starts.
Many different receivers were involved in the passing game, showing the team's depth at the position.
Having several quarterbacks throw to many receivers gives coaches useful information.
Coaches use this information to decide who will play during the regular season.
The Jets are trying to build a strong group of players before the season begins.
Preseason games are also a chance for newer or less experienced players to prove themselves.
By spreading passes among many receivers, the team can test different combinations of players.
This kind of game often helps identify surprising talent that fans and coaches did not expect.
The result of preseason games does not count toward the standings, but performances can still matter greatly.
Good preseason performances can help a player earn a spot on the final team roster.
The Jets will continue preparing with more preseason games before the regular season starts.
Fans are hopeful that this depth at receiver will help the team during the season.
Vocabulary5 words
- preseason
- the period of practice games before the real season
- receivers
- players whose job is to catch passes
- quarterbacks
- players who throw passes to teammates
- depth
- having many good players at one position
- roster
- the official list of players on a team
Quiz
Answer key
1. A preseason game 2. They help coaches see how players perform 3. False
Fill-in-the-blank listening
Play the audio again and fill in the missing words as you listen.
The New York Jets played a _____ game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Several Jets _____ caught passes from the team's quarterbacks during the game.
Preseason games let _____ see how players perform before the real season starts.
Many different receivers were involved in the passing game, showing the team's _____ at the position.
Having several _____ throw to many receivers gives coaches useful information.
Coaches use this information to decide who will play during the _____ season.
The Jets are trying to build a strong group of players before the season _____.
Preseason games are also a chance for newer or less experienced players to prove _____.
By spreading passes among many receivers, the team can test different _____ of players.
Good preseason performances can help a player earn a spot on the final team _____.