To wrap up the season, we've been reviewing the snap counts for every unit. Here's a breakdown of quarterbacks and running backs (based on a total of 1,076, according to the official NFL stats):
QUARTERBACK
• Mark Sanchez: 940 snaps/87 percent
• Greg McElroy: 90 snaps/8 percent
• Tim Tebow: 73 snaps/7 percent
Analysis: You could've made a lot of money if you bet someone in August that McElroy would have more snaps than Tebow. That one stat pretty much summarizes the entire season at quarterback. ... Before the season, then-GM Mike Tannenbaum estimated Tebow would play anywhere from 10 to 20 percent of the snaps. Tebow missed out on a lucrative playing-time incentive. Based on his rookie contract, he would've received a $5 million increase next season and a $6.25 million bump in 2014 if he played in at least 55 percent of the offensive plays. Oh, well.
RUNNING BACK
• Shonn Greene: 569 snaps/53 percent
• Bilal Powell: 387 snaps/36 percent
• Lex Hilliard: 271 snaps/25 percent
• Joe McKnight: 58 snaps/5 percent
• John Conner: 52 snaps/5 percent
• Jonathan Grimes: 11 snaps/1 percent
• Kahlil Bell: 3 plays/0.2 percent
Analysis: No major surprises here -- well, except maybe for McKnight's paltry role. Many people figured he'd be more of a factor. ... Powell probably would've stolen more of Greene's playing time if he had remained healthy. ... Oh, yes, remember the Terminator? That was Rex Ryan's draft pick in 2010, as he was fond of telling us during the "Hard Knocks" craze. Conner didn't work out too well and was waived. Ditto, Grimes and Bell.
QUARTERBACK
• Mark Sanchez: 940 snaps/87 percent
• Greg McElroy: 90 snaps/8 percent
• Tim Tebow: 73 snaps/7 percent
Analysis: You could've made a lot of money if you bet someone in August that McElroy would have more snaps than Tebow. That one stat pretty much summarizes the entire season at quarterback. ... Before the season, then-GM Mike Tannenbaum estimated Tebow would play anywhere from 10 to 20 percent of the snaps. Tebow missed out on a lucrative playing-time incentive. Based on his rookie contract, he would've received a $5 million increase next season and a $6.25 million bump in 2014 if he played in at least 55 percent of the offensive plays. Oh, well.
RUNNING BACK
• Shonn Greene: 569 snaps/53 percent
• Bilal Powell: 387 snaps/36 percent
• Lex Hilliard: 271 snaps/25 percent
• Joe McKnight: 58 snaps/5 percent
• John Conner: 52 snaps/5 percent
• Jonathan Grimes: 11 snaps/1 percent
• Kahlil Bell: 3 plays/0.2 percent
Analysis: No major surprises here -- well, except maybe for McKnight's paltry role. Many people figured he'd be more of a factor. ... Powell probably would've stolen more of Greene's playing time if he had remained healthy. ... Oh, yes, remember the Terminator? That was Rex Ryan's draft pick in 2010, as he was fond of telling us during the "Hard Knocks" craze. Conner didn't work out too well and was waived. Ditto, Grimes and Bell.

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It's early, but ... Rex Ryan not pleased with Mark Sanchez's 3 INTs today. #Jets http://t.co/lOaHWpdPWw
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Xs, Os and Z -- Jay-Z, that is. Geno Smith hires Roc Nation Sports. The story: http://t.co/C8Dhrgh1K4
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Sanchez said QB coach David Lee is stressing footwork drills. He said Lee considers proper footwork "an art form." #Jets
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Sanchez sounds like he's really bought into Mornhinweg's system: "I just really feel like this coaching staff will get the best out of me."
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Regardless of who represents him, Geno Smith will sign a four-year contract for $5 million, give or take a few thousand. #wagescale #Jets
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I'm wondering if Jay Z makes it to Cortland this summer for training camp. I'm sure he'd be a big hit at Doug's Fish Fry. #Jets
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Geno on Jay Z's Roc Nation: "Being in NY, from a standpoint of what they can do in the city, connections they have, it's a good move." #Jets
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Geno Smith said he has hired Jay Z's Roc Nation as his agents. #Jets
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Some perspective required: #Jets are learning new offensive system, WR corps depleted, defense always ahead of offense this early.
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Early thought on #Jets QB comp: Ugh. Sanchez 6-for-11, 3 INTs, 1 sack. (1 INT may have been a sack.) Geno Smith 3-for-10, 1 INT, 1 sack
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Sanchez intercepted by NT Damon Harrison on a screen. One play later, Sanchez picked by Jarrett on poor throw to Kerley on deep seam. #Jets
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TE Hayden Smith, former rugby player, looks much improved. Has made a few catches. #Jets
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In first team period, Sanchez and Smith get 6 reps apiece, Simms 2, McElroy 1. #Jets
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Geno Smith in first period: 6 plays, 0-for-4, 1 INT (1 drop), 1 penalty. #Jets
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Geno Smith intercepted by McIntyre. Came on deflection/drop by Mayo. #Jets
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Sanchez intercepted by Cromartie on third play. #Jets
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Mark Sanchez drops back, looks downfield and throws to ... me? #Jets http://t.co/mXMXnsA94K
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Quinton Coples still working with DLM in positional drills. #Jets
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As expected, RB Mike Goodson not at practice. Arraignment occurred this morning in Morris County Court. #Jets
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