A new page in the Jets’ playbook — X’s and O’s, plus R & R

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One of Todd Bowles’ challenges this summer will be keeping his older players fresh and managing previously injured players through the training-camp grind.

Let’s face it: The New York Jets have a veteran team, with several key players in their 30s, a couple of whom will be returning from major injuries. The head coach is cognizant of the situation, based on the way Bowles conducted the first two weeks of voluntary workouts.

Brandon Marshall said passing up a few reps this spring is all about having enough in the tank for “championship football” come December and January. AP Photo/Mel Evans

Center Nick Mangold, 32, was rested during team drills Wednesday (the final session open to the media), with Dakota Dozier taking the first-team reps. Wide receiver Brandon Marshall, 32, who skipped the first week of practice, was on a limited regimen. Even linebacker David Harris, 32, was given rests here and there. Ditto, running back Matt …

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