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Jets hold first padded practice

New York Jets' LB Marcus Dowtin tries to

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CORTLAND – Helmets crashing, pads crunching.

The soundtrack to the season officially began Sunday as the Jets took the field for their first padded practice of 2012. The crowd of 2,835 cheered with excitement after every bone-crushing blow and well-timed completion from Mark Sanchez.

And, of course, for every elaborate Tim Tebow scramble.

β€œIt feels real good,” said LB Bart Scott,...

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