Takeaways from Adam Gase’s quick end of year press conference

The Jets wrapped up their season with a win in Buffalo on Sunday, putting a 6-2 finish on a season that got off to a disastrous start for Adam Gase and company.

Overall, the Jets went 7-9 in Gase’s first year at the helm. On Monday, the head coach took questions on an eventful and disappointing year for Gang Green, as well as what lies ahead for him and the franchise.

Here’s what Gase had to say at his end of the year presser, which lasted just under 11 minutes.

Le’Veon Bell’s Future

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 12: Head coach Adam Gase of the New York Jets and running back Le’Veon Bell #26 talk before the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on December 12, 2019 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

Gase punted when asked about Le’Veon Bell’s future with the Jets, pointing out that GM Joe Douglas handles roster decisions.

“He’s under contract for three more seasons,” Gase said, offering a rather unenthusiastic answer when asked if he wants the running back to return in 2020.

Much has been made of the relationship between Bell and Gase, as Bell was often under or misused throughout the season, his worst as a pro. Gase, however, has had nothing but positive things to say about Bell publicly, so it will be interesting to see what happens moving forward. It will be difficult for the Jets to move the pricey back, so it’s best Gase keeps things cordial.

Injury Investigation

Sep 16, 2019; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Jets quarterback Trevor Siemian (19) walks off the field after an injury during the second quarter against the Cleveland Browns at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Gase said not to expect any major staff changes for the Jets this offseason, but hehe is looking into why the team suffered so many injuries in 2019.

Gang Green was more like Gang Black and Blue this year, losing almost every big name you could think of for some stretch of time. That’s why the organization has been doing a medical “deep dive” for the last two months and will continue to do so.

More Praise For Adams

Dec 22, 2019; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets strong safety Jamal Adams (33) reacts during the first half against the Pittsburgh Steelers at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

It remains to be seen what happens with Jamal Adams, but Gase has made his position pretty clear all season. He did so again on Monday, praising the safety before what will be an eventful offseason for him, one way or another.

“He has been one of best players I’ve ever seen play in person,” Gase said. “He’s done nothing but work extremely hard, fought through injury, make plays when we needed him to. He has been the heart and soul of our defense.”

Let’s see if that continues to be true in 2020.