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Jets will knock off Peyton and Colts

Quick ReadIt's not so ridiculous to think the Jets can pull this thing off and beat the great Peyton Manning and company.

Mark Sanchez celebrates after defeating the Chargers in

Photo credit: Los Angeles Times/Wally Skalij | Mark Sanchez celebrates after defeating the Chargers in an AFC playoff game in San Diego. (January 17, 2010)

FLORHAM PARK, N.J.

Even if it ends Sunday with a loss to the great Peyton Manning, this season will have far exceeded anyone's reasonable expectations for the Jets.

Rookie coach. Rookie quarterback. New system on defense. Who wouldn't consider a run to the AFC Championship Game a terrific year?

No one, that's who. Even Rex Ryan, who boldly predicted his first day on the job that...

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