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The conversation indicated that the Jets appeared unprepared for such high-stakes scenarios, raising questions about their week-long preparation leading up to the game. When handling late-game situations, communication is vital, not just among players, but also from the coaching staff to ensure everyone is on the same page. It should be standard practice for details like timeout strategies and gameplay tempo to be discussed beforehand.
The episode highlighted ineffectiveness earlier in the game too, where timeouts were not utilized correctly—specifically referencing a delay of game penalty that could have been avoided. With three timeouts available, failing to manage the clock properly reflects poor situational awareness and decision-making.