The Jets suffered a devastating 32-6 loss to the Bills on Sunday, dropping their record to 4-6 for the season. However, it is becoming increasingly difficult to evaluate the Jets' offense due to their ongoing struggles on the offensive line.

The offensive line has been plagued by injuries, severely hampering the effectiveness of the Jets' offense. With their sixth different starting offensive line in as many games, the Jets' already depleted unit took another hit when left tackle Mekhi Becton went down with an ankle injury in the first quarter.

Becton had been one of the most durable linemen for the Jets this season, and his absence further underscored the dire situation the team is facing. Laken Tomlinson was the sole remaining member from the Week 1 offensive line.

The Jets were forced to field inexperienced players in Carter Warren and Chris Glaser, who were playing their first career snaps. Warren stepped in for the injured Becton at left tackle, while Glaser started at right guard after Xavier Newman was lost to injury against the Raiders.

Remarkably, the Jets have already utilized 13 different offensive linemen this season, despite only having eight at the position during training camp. The lack of continuity and the reliance on backup linemen, some of whom are themselves backups, has put immense pressure on the Jets' quarterbacks.

General Manager Joe Douglas had placed his bets on the health of Duane Brown and Mekhi Becton at tackle, but those hopes were dashed as injuries befell them. The loss of Alijah Vera-Tucker for the season, as well as Connor McGovern and other top backups such as Wes Schweitzer and Billy Turner, has further compounded the Jets' struggles.

While critics may point fingers at rookie quarterback Zach Wilson or offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett, the reality is that any quarterback would struggle behind this depleted offensive line. Even the likes of Patrick Mahomes would find it challenging to perform at his best under these circumstances.

The question now looms as to how the Jets can rectify these issues. The offensive line woes should undoubtedly be a significant factor in their decision-making process regarding whether or not to bring back injured quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

In addition to the offensive line woes, the Jets' coaching staff must be held accountable for the team's lackluster offensive performance. While the current offensive line situation severely limits the offense's potential, the coaching staff's responsibility is to adapt and find ways to make the unit functional.

Comparing the Jets' offensive performance to their abysmal 2020 season, the numbers reveal a startling similarity. The 2023 Jets are currently averaging 270.3 yards and 15.0 points per game, with the 2020 Jets averaging 279.9 yards and 15.2 points per game. This raises concerns about the lack of progress and improvement within the offense, despite having more talented players at key positions.

The defense, which had been carrying the team throughout the season, finally faltered in the blowout loss to the Bills. Frustration appeared evident among the defensive players as they watched opposing players score touchdowns without much resistance. The defense's performance becomes crucial as any decline in their efficiency could lead to even uglier losses for the Jets.

There has been chatter about the Jets embracing a youth movement, giving more playing time to younger players. While this may inject some energy and speed into the team, it is important to remember that young players also tend to make more mistakes. While the Jets are desperately trying various strategies, playing young players alone cannot be viewed as a solution to their ongoing problems.

With an average of only 5.19 plays per drive, the Jets possess the worst mark in the NFL. The decrease in playing time for certain players, such as tight end C.J. Uzomah, who saw his snaps drastically reduced after incurring penalties, signals the coaching staff's willingness to make changes and address the team's struggles.

Brandin Echols, with his fake punt reception, even outperformed the Jets' wide receivers as he contributed more receiving yards (18) than the entire wide receiver corps.

As the Jets face the daunting task of turning their season around, their offensive line woes and coaching challenges are becoming increasingly apparent. Only time will tell if they can find solutions to their problems and salvage what remains of the season.