4. THE REXIDZIK FACTOR: While many believe Ryan is a goner if the Jets don't make the playoffs, the true measuring stick will be how he meshes with new GM John Idzik. The two have publicly said they enjoy working with each other, but the test begins once the season starts.Something important at least. Then he will not be carrying this stamp of failure with him which some fans and all his peer proffessionals exploit to keep him down there with the never quite have beens. He comes accross as a nice enough lad but what has he achieved, really? Nothing of note.

A few years ago his twin sister, Jana, offered the best insight I ever heard about her brother: "One of the happiest times I ever seen him was one Halloween. He was wearing a mask, so he could do anything he wanted. He came up to me and said, I having the greatest time.4. Have a good propane gas grill. I know that charcoal has its own special allure but for tailgating charcoal grills have some real disadvantages.