6th Time's the Charm for Mariners as Jets' Curse Continues - What's Really Going On?

Football can be cruel sometimes, but for Jets defender Aleks Susnjar, the feeling of déjà vu must be particularly painful. Six times in a row, the Jets have taken on the Mariners and six times in a row, they have come up short. The latest installment of this one-sided derby saw the Jets throw away a hard-earned lead, succumbing to yet another defeat at the hands of their nemesis.

It's a record that would be embarrassing for any team, let alone one with the Jets' ambitions. For Susnjar, who has been a part of this losing streak, the feeling of frustration must be palpable. The Jets have worked tirelessly to break the curse, but to no avail. They have changed their tactics, their formation, and even their personnel, but the result remains the same.

So, what's going wrong? Is it a case of psychological inferiority, or is there something more sinister at play? The Jets' coach has come under fire for his team selection, with some questioning his decision to start with certain players. Others have pointed to the Mariners' superior squad depth, arguing that this is the key factor in their dominance.

For Susnjar, the truth is likely far more complicated. The defender has spoken out about the 'mental block' that he believes is affecting his teammates. 'We go into these games against the Mariners with a certain mindset,' he said. 'We know we can beat them, but somehow, we always seem to find a way to lose.' This collective mentality is a powerful force, and one that is difficult to overcome.

The Mariners, on the other hand, seem to have a winning formula. Their coach has mastered the art of getting inside the heads of his opponents, using every trick in the book to gain a psychological advantage. It's a tactic that has paid dividends time and time again, and one that the Jets will need to find a way to counter if they are to break their losing streak.

For now, though, it's back to the drawing board for the Jets. They will need to regroup and reassess their strategy if they are to overcome the Mariners and finally put an end to this dreadful run of form. As for Susnjar, he can only hope that the seventh time will be the charm. Will this finally be the turning point in this one-sided derby, or will the Mariners continue to reign supreme?