Jets get back to basics and upend the Panthers 17-6. Posted by DieHardFans | at 2:57 AM

The old-school route worked, as the Jets beat the Carolina Panthers, 17-6, in a game that was never really in doubt. Jets rookie and quarterback Mark Sanchez had been struggling. Sunday, saw the game plan from Rex Ryan and his coaching staff, pay off. It was clear the defense and running game was at its peak. "We're rolling now and we can't think about a month ago," said Sanchez, who left for four plays after injuring his left leg. He was however, able to return late.

He wasn't given a heavy workload at all, unless you consider handing off a daunting task and attempting just 17 passes, while RB’s Thomas Jones and Shonn Greene combined for 35 carries. Carolina briefly worked themselves back into the playoff picture a few weeks ago at 4-5, but consecutive losses to AFC East teams have them looking to build toward next season.