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NAPA, Calif. Andrew Luck Womens Jersey . -- Running backs Taiwan Jones and Mike Goodson were surrounded by reporters Saturday, each fielding questions about the other, the Raiders offence and the teams backfield. Rarely have two backup players garnered this much attention. Then again, given starter Darren McFaddens history of injuries, finding a capable understudy has taken on an added significance for the Raiders. Michael Bush held the job the past four years, rushing for 2,642 yards and 21 touchdowns before signing as a free agent with the Chicago Bears. Thats left Jones, who missed most of his rookie season with a hamstring injury, and Goodson (acquired in a trade from Carolina) as the leading contenders to take over if McFadden gets hurt again. Adam Vinatieri Jersey .  This week they discussed the CFLs fastest man, the strongest arm in the CFL and which Olympic scandal you would most likely see in the CFL. T.Y. Hilton Elite Jersey . The Stamps meet the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Thursday at Ivor Wynne Stadium in a CFL match-up featuring the first meeting between veteran quarterbacks who switched spots in the off-season. http://www.nflcoltsfansstore.com/nike-donnie-avery-Colts-jersey/ . LOUIS -- Jake Westbrook worked seven innings of three-hit ball and the St. Reggie Wayne Limited Jersey . The city concedes the province didnt meet a May 31 deadline the city set when it asked for $230 million in government funding. And talks with Canadian Pacific Railway to buy land north of downtown arent finished either. Jerry Hughes Jersey . -- The Washington Nationals optioned 19-year-old outfielder Bryce Harper to Triple-A Syracuse where he can get experience in centre field. NEW YORK -- Changes might be coming for the New York Jets. Mark Sanchez losing his starting job wont be among them. Rex Ryan again stood by his quarterback Monday despite Sanchezs struggles in an ugly mistake-filled 30-9 loss to the Miami Dolphins on Sunday that left the Jets coach searching for answers and fans chanting for Tim Tebow to take over. "I think Marks our guy," Ryan said. "I dont think theres any doubt about that. Im confident in Mark." Theres no question, though, that the Jets (3-5) need to figure things out, and quick. They have games at Seattle and St. Louis after their bye-week break, followed by a home game on Thanksgiving night against New England. Ryan originally planned to have the players report to the facility on Monday and Tuesday, but decided to give them the full week off to be with their families and prepare for Hurricane Sandy. "I want them to get away and when they come back, we have to be all in," Ryan said during a conference call. "The only chance we have is if we are 100 per cent all in. We have no wiggle room. We need to start playing a ton better." Ryan will brainstorm with his coaches this week before they take a few days off, and he expects suggestions on how to fix "everything" from everyone on his staff. "Is it a little change? Is it a radical change?" Ryan said. "Im up for anything." While Tebow wont be the solution as the full-time quarterback, Ryan acknowledged that hell explore how the versatile backup can be used more on offence after seeing minimal playing time during the seasons first half. Tebow has played in just 54 offensive plays, averaging less than seven per game. "I think well take a hard look at how were using him, what were asking him to do," Ryan said. "Are there other things we can do with him? I think youre absolutely right. We will definitely look at that." So much was made in the off-season about how Tebow would add a unique element to the offence, whether it was in wildcat or read-option packages, but that certainly hasnt materialized. Last week, offensive co-ordinator Tony Sparano said he could "do a better job" of using Tebow. To his credit, Tebow has not complained publicly, or offered a sliver of frustration, knowing he could be doing more to help this team. "Im just ready and willing," said Tebow, who even lined up at wide receiver Sunday. "Whenever they call my number, I go out there to help the team and (Im) not listening to what the crowd is saying." Theres a good chance that Tebow will be a large part of the discussions between the coaches this week, and would understand if the backup quarterback wasnt thrilled with his role so far. "Any competitor wants to be out there playing, so it wouldnt be shocking if thats how he felt," Ryan said. "As a football team, were frustrated. Were getting closer and closer, and we thought we were getting better as a football team, but we took a step back yessterday. Pat Angerer Camo Jersey. " The Jets allowed a blocked punt to be returned for a touchdown, had a field goal blocked and Sanchez fumbled on a sack that the Dolphins later turned into a score. There were mistakes all over the field, and it wasnt all Sanchez. "We all understand it comes down to execution," centre Nick Mangold said. "It doesnt matter if we have Joe Namath back there if we dont execute." There were missed throws, dropped passes, failed assignments on the line and in the running game -- and it all added up to a dismal performance on offence. Cornerback Antonio Cromartie intimated after the game that the defence has been doing its part while the offence continues to struggle. With a long break in between games, theres plenty of time for frustration to fester, something that helped rip apart the Jets season a year ago. Mangold insists that wont be the case this time around. "We learned last year that pointing fingers and being disgruntled is not going to help anybody," Mangold said. The players also support Sanchez as their leader, despite the growing public sentiment that some sort of change needs to be made to save the season. "I believe in Mark just as much as he believes in me being a nose tackle," Sione Pouha said. Sanchez was 28 of 54 for 283 yards with a touchdown, but had the fumble late in the opening quarter on a sack by Nolan Carroll. He also was intercepted by Chris Clemons when he had the Jets driving while trailing 27-3 in the third quarter. There are mistakes still being made by Sanchez that many dont expect from a fourth-year quarterback. But, he has also had to adjust to a constantly changing cast of characters on offence around him. While many teams build around their quarterbacks, particularly a first-rounder such as Sanchez, the Jets have rebuilt the personnel on offence on a regular basis. Only two skill position players remain from Sanchezs rookie season in 2009: tight end Dustin Keller and running back Shonn Greene. While its not the only reason for Sanchezs struggles, the frequent turnover cant have helped his development. So, for now, this remains Sanchezs team to lead -- to a second-half surge or a second straight season out of the post-season. "If it was one guy, I think its easy to say wed make that change," Ryan said. "But I think Mark gives us the best chance to win. Thats how I feel. Can Tim be successful? Yeah, absolutely. Well look at that as well. But in my opinion, Mark as the starting quarterback gives my football team the best chance to win." ------ NOTES: Pouha said he has no structural damage to his back after missing three games because of severe stiffness. He returned Sunday and played 21 snaps. ... Ryan said thinks RB-WR Joe McKnight (sprained right ankle), LB Bart Scott (hyperextended right big toe), S Eric Smith (sprained knee) and RB Bilal Powell (dislocated right shoulder) should be healthy and ready to go against Seattle. ' ' '