NFL power rankings: Close isn't enough for 49ers entering Week 5

NFL power rankings: Close isn’t enough for 49ers entering Week 5

CARSON, CA - SEPTEMBER 30: D.J. Reed #32 of the San Francisco 49ers fumbles the ball during a kick return as he is tackled by Michael Davis #43 of the Los Angeles Chargers during the fourth quarter of the game at StubHub Center on September 30, 2018 in Carson, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) /

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JACKSONVILLE, FL – SEPTEMBER 30: Sam Darnold #14 of the New York Jets walks following the Jets defeat against the Jacksonville Jaguars at TIAA Bank Field on September 30, 2018 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Scott Halleran/Getty Images) /

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The Jacksonville Jaguars absolutely shut down the New York Jets’ rushing attack in Week 4, forcing rookie quarterback Sam Darnold to make plays with his arm.

Darnold went 17-of-34 for 167 yards and a touchdown against zero interceptions, so the approach worked pretty well. At this point, New York lacks enough playmaking weapons to help Darnold out enough.

Especially going up against an elite defense like that of Jacksonville.

The Jets fell behind by 16 points by the half. And all those short drives over the first two quarters helped ensure the Jaguars defense would remain fresh and rested over the remainder of the contest.

Right now, New York is panning out to be what many thought it would be this season — a rebuilding squad with a fresh-faced quarterback lacking weapons around him.