Jalin Marshall Scores First TD, Flashes His Potential | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Sports

Jalin Marshall Scores First TD, Flashes His Potential

In a season to forget, Jalin Marshall had a statement game on Sunday

3
Jalin Marshall Scores First TD, Flashes His Potential
New York Jets

Another week, another agonizing loss for Gang Green. The Jets had their chances to win against the Dolphins on Sunday, but a redzone interception and a 96-yard kickoff return made sure the team was handed another deserved L.

However, the game result itself wasn't the thing that lasted in my mind long after the final whistle blew. For me, it was Jalin Marshall's performance that really popped off the screen for me.

Although Marshall only gained 59 yards on three receptions, these numbers are his career highs. The rookie out of Ohio State has been mainly tasked with punt return duties. But with the injury to Decker, Marshall was an early candidate to break out in his absence.

We've already seen the rise of Quincy Enunwa. This time, Jalin justified his spot on the roster. Marshall had the biggest play of the game for the Jets as he scored on an 18-yard touchdown with a tick under six minutes left in the fourth to give a 23-20 lead. If the Jets hadn't blown it on special teams, this article would be heaping most of the praise on Jalin, and deservedly so.

Only 21 though, Jalin Marshall showed us how much potential he has as a receiver in this league. He isn't the biggest guy on the field (he stands under 6 feet, which doesn't bode well for most receivers); yet, Jalin makes up for his lack of size for his quick feet and acceleration ability. These attributes are the reason why he is a return specialist for the Jets. But his future isn't on special teams--it's on the sidelines awaiting the snap.

Once considered a five-star recruit, Jalin went undrafted in the 2016 draft instead of returning to Ohio State. The Jets saw Jalin's impressive college tape and signed him as a free agent this spring. Jalin worked his tail off just to get a roster spot, and Coach Bowles decided that the receiver corp would be oversaturated with him in there. Understandibly, Bowles made him punt returner to try and make use of his skill set.

With a season-ending injury to one of the team's prime receivers, Jalin is now ready to relish in this opportunity. The receiver stated that he 'would love to be more involved' on offense. He's hungry, and ready. He has a chip on his shoulder, only one that an undrafted free agent would have. He has what it takes, and he has shown what he can become at time this season.

So in a season to forget, Sunday's game against the Dolphins showed us glimpses of what the future can look like. If this game was just the beginning for Jalin Marshall, then Jets fans have a lot to look forward to in the years to come.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

5 Things To Do That Are Better Than Writing A Paper

Don't waste your time trying to write that paper when there are so many more interesting things you could be doing.

7039
computer keyboard
Unsplash

Writing a paper is never fun and is rarely rewarding. The writer's block, the page requirement, be specific, but don’t summarize, make sure you fixed any grammatical errors, did you even use spellcheck? and analyze, analyze, analyze.

Papers can be a major pain. They take up so much time and effort that by the end of the process you hate yourself and you hate the professor for making life so difficult. Questions of your existence start roaming in your mind. Am I even cut out for college if I can’t write a single paper? Am I even capable of taking care of myself if I lack the energy to open my laptop and start typing?

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

10 Reasons Why Sisters Are The Best

Who could be a better friend than your own sister?

4261
sisters
Taylor Hooper

I can barely remember back when I was the only child. Most would say it’s because it is extremely difficult to remember things as a toddler but I would say it's because I was bored until my sister came along. My mother always says how important the "sister bond" is and with every year that passes I realize how right she is. Instead of writing a novel about all of the wonderful things there are about having a sister I decided to list a few of them instead.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

How To Adult

You're gonna make it after all.

5051
how to adult
Twitter

It is the time of our lives that we are beginning to enter the adult world and most of us, if not all of us, have no idea what we are doing. It's like starting a video game, but skipping the tutorial. We're all just running around aimlessly hoping we accidentally do something right that moves us along the right path. Now that graduation has just happened, or is right around the corner for some of us, it's time to start thinking about how we are going to take care of ourselves once we are on our own.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

7 Signs You're A Starbucks Addict

I'll be the first one to admit I'm addicted to Starbucks.

2992
drinking coffee
Tumblr

If you’re anything like me, you love a good cup of coffee. My coffee always comes from Starbucks; I refuse to drink it from anywhere else. Over the years, it’s become one of my biggest addictions. So, if you are aware that you’re a Starbucks addict as well, or maybe you need to check to see if you’re an addict, here are seven ways to tell.

Keep Reading...Show less
people  in library
Photo by redcharlie on Unsplash

College involves a whirlwind of emotions, whether it’s from the stress of an assignment (or twenty), or from fighting with your roommate. It can be overwhelming at times and it’s important to take a step a back and calmly think things over. Maybe gain some perspective. The following aren’t foolproof tips and may not apply to you, but I was able to find success with them (hope you do too!)

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments