Let me take a moment to interrupt all the good feelings and optimism around the Jets to remind everyone the Jets are exactly at the same spot as they were a year ago after six games — 3-3.

The 2017 team won exactly two games after that start, blowing leads during the middle of the season and struggling to find offense late in the year.

Can the 2018 season be different? We are about to find out. The reason to believe it can is these Jets feel like a more talented, seasoned bunch than last year’s team. Jamal Adams and Darron Lee have made huge strides on defense, leading an opportunistic bunch that gives up a lot of yards but has made timely stops and takeaways.

On offense, the reason to hope is Sam Darnold. The rookie quarterback showed massive improvement over the last two weeks and could become a consistent force earlier than anticipated.

The schedule gets tougher now, so we will find out quickly if these Jets can actually be contenders. A game against the Vikings is followed by trips to Chicago and Miami, all games in which the Jets should be underdogs.

The Jets have put themselves in position to make a run on the playoffs. Seeing how long they can keep those playoff hopes alive will let us know how much they’ve grown up since last year.