Running back Isaiah Crowell is obviously aware that the Jets will start a rookie quarterback, Sam Darnold, when they open their 2018 season on Monday night at the Lions.

But that isn't changing what Crowell envisions from these Jets, in his first year with the organization. Crowell didn't hesitate Thursday when asked about his expectations.

"I just expect us to go out here and have a big year, defense included," he told NJ Advance Media. "I feel like the offense, we've got a lot of weapons. I feel like we should just go out here and dominate. I know what we've got."

Most observers aren't expecting dominance from the Jets, who are coming off back-to-back, five-win seasons -- and, again, will be starting a rookie quarterback.

"People are just looking from the outside in, and they're just guessing," Crowell said. "I know the talent we've got. I know the work we've put in, so I know what we can do.

"There are offenses every year that thrive with a rookie quarterback. So I don't feel like this is anything different. He's a rookie, so anybody is going to make mistakes. Nobody is perfect. But I feel like he's got what it takes to go out there and dominate the game."

Crowell joined the Jets in free agency after spending his first four seasons with the hapless Browns. He isn't sure yet how new Jets offensive coordinator Jeremy Bates will split the carries between him and Bilal Powell.

"I'm still waiting to see," Crowell said. "I can't wait to figure it out. We both can be an every-down back."

But after enduring so much losing in Cleveland, Crowell is OK with splitting the workload.

"That's fine," he said. "I'm just trying to win. I came from a losing program, so I'm just trying to win."

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