New York Jets head coach Rex Ryan has admitted that his side had a "terrible" season last year as they missed the playoffs.
The Jets finished with a 6-10 record and were third in the AFC East, just two years removed from playing in the AFC Championship game in back-to-back seasons.
Ryan told ESPN: "We had a terrible year, so that's to be expected. When you win in this town, in New York and New Jersey area, shoot, everybody's happy.
"If you don't, hey, I understand the criticism. But the beauty of it is we have a brand new season right in front of us."
Ryan's side open their regular season campaign against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday.
