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Every Play Counts is Michael David Smith's weekly look at one specific player or one aspect of a team on every single play of the previous game.

In an installment of Every Play Counts last month, I wrote about how the New York Jets' defense had dominated the Buffalo Bills' offense, and specifically how defensive tackle Kris Jenkins was a practically unstoppable presence in the middle of the line. The Bills finished that November game with just 30 rushing yards on 17 carries, and the Jets' defense looked like it could lead them deep into the postseason.

And then in Sunday's Jets-Bills rematch, Buffalo ran 32 times for 187 yards and two touchdowns, and the Jets' defense looked like it had no business playing in the postseason at all. Although Bills quarterback J.P. Losman ended up giving the game to the Jets with five turnovers, including three in the final 2:06 of the fourth quarter, the Jets' run defense was a mess.

So what's gone wrong? And can the Jets count on their run defense to lead them in the playoffs? We explore in this week's installment of Every Play Counts.

According to a report by the Sporting News, the Jets are considering trading linebacker Eric Barton and cornerback David Barrett on draft day. In addition to those two, the Jets are also looking to trade wide receiver Justin McCareins for at least a fourth round draft pick.

While none of the three carry any great value, the Jets may be able to package them and their first round pick to move up. They have an eye on some of the first round cornerbacks but realize most, if not all, will be gone by pick 25.

It's almost a certainty that McCareins would command the biggest return and would likely be the centerpiece of a potential first round swap. There is a good chance that Darrelle Revis could be available at pick number 20, someone the Jets would love to draft. With the Giants possibly wanting to trade down and their need for a wide receiver, they could be an ideal trade partner. I may be reaching a bit, but it's just a thought.