Week 11 AFC East game picks: Jets at Rams

Lead writer Nick St. Denis and AFC East Daily contributors Dan Begnoche and Sean Donovan pick the New York Jets' inter-conference contest with the St. Louis Rams.

Nick's take:

When Jets coach Rex Ryan and Rams offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer shared the field during Schotty's time with the Jets, Rex's defense ran the show. I think that holds true when the two face off in St. Louis. The Jets' run defense had been improving since the beginning of the season but hit a wall last week with poor tackling. They play tough against Steven Jackson and force Sam Bradford to go through the air, where the Jets thrive.

Prediction: Jets 20, Rams 17

Dan's take:

Look for a heavy dose of Jackson, who will be going against Gang Green's 30th-ranked run defense and broke 100 yards rushing last week for the first time this season. And with wide receiver Danny Amendola back in the mix, Bradford will look to continue his success as well, despite the Jets' stout pass defense. New York's fourth loss in a row will be its worst streak since 2007.

Prediction: Rams 17, Jets 13

Sean's take:

The Jets need a win. Not for their playoff chances, which no longer exist, but to stem the negativity that surrounds this over-scrutinized franchise. The Rams have shown, at times, to be a quality team, but New York will step up on defense to limit the St. Louis rushing attack and produce just enough on offense to grind out a victory.

Prediction: Jets 17, Rams 16