Do the Jets have a more prosperous future than the Giants?

No one ever thought the New York Giants would start the season 0-2. The New York Jets also share the same record but have shown signs of life. Which New York team has a more prosperous future?

Well, that was quick. Now two weeks into the 2017 NFL Season, the New York Jets and Giants both find themselves in a 0-2 hole. For the Jets, not a shocker. Fans will be disappointed because well, a loss is simply not a want. In some cases, it is arguably a need for this team.

The Giants, on the other hand, are in a tough spot. The franchise likely didn’t see 0-2 in their immediate future. With such a talented roster, it comes as quite a surprise. It may be a bit early to consider, but both teams are likely planning for the future. The Jets may have their sights already aimed at the 2018 NFL Draft, while the Giants have theirs set on their next matchup.

Either way, both teams will need to reconsider their overall outlook for things ahead if they hope to improve. So which MetLife-Monster is more prepared to take that step? Well, quite simply, the Giants are in a better position for 2017 in terms of winning. They’ll look to bounce back soon, and will probably do so despite being in such a tough division.

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But looking down the road, it’s a toss up between these teams, and here’s why:

The Jets are working to get younger during their rebuild, something they hope will pay off in the long run. The Giants on the other hand, are playing with the win-now mentality. While they certainly have some young talent, they are also putting a lot of pressure on the older players to elevate them to another championship.

Quarterback Eli Manning for example, will only be around for so much longer. Whether that’s due to retirement or declining passer ability is unknown, but the Giants are still trying to suck out whatever he’s got left in the tank.

Doing so could result in immediate dividends, possibly a championship. But chances are higher that they finish in the middle of the pack now that they are in an 0-2 hole, something that isn’t always the best come draft time.

While the Jets on the other hand, continue to rack up young players in the draft, they have to be cautious that nothing is guaranteed. And when I say they, I mean the ownership and general manager.

The Giants seem to have the upper-hand in that regard, and it shows on the field. Looking back at their draft history, you can see growth in the right direction.

Taking players in recent years like Sterling Shepard, Landon Collins, Justin Pugh, David Wilson, and of course Odell Beckham Jr., the Giants have been making all the right moves come draft day. And that’s only to name a few.

The Jets have been a roller coaster when it comes to picking the right guys and plugging them into the system. We’ve seen recent success with Leonard Williams and Sheldon Richardson (before the trade), but we’ve also seen plenty of error such as Calvin Pryor, Dee Milliner, and the latest question mark, Darron Lee.

So while the Jets are in better position to land a top draft pick, it is a major unknown if it will pay off and ultimately point this team in the right direction. A lot of other factors can be looked at when it comes to future success between these two teams.

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As mentioned, the Giants tend to roll with a solidified chain of command, while the Jets continue to bounce around in general manager and head coaching roles, something that can stifle a team on the road to success.