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Most of the talk about the outlook for the Jets’ defensive line begins (and ends) with new NT Kris Jenkins, acquired via trade from Carolina. Yet the word we’re hearing out of New York is that his backup, Sione Pouha, will play a more significant role than many figured. Pouha came on strong in the second half of 2007, and at 6-3, 325 pounds, he has the size to hold up as a two-gapping nose tackle. Part of the problem for Jenkins, who’s immensely talented but inconsistent, is that he has often been out of shape and could get worn down, and Pouha’s presence will allow Jenkins requisite rest. However, the hope is that incentives written in Jenkins’ contract for keeping his weight down will serve as enough motivation to keep him from ballooning.
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