I did not see the meters in the article. Yes 35Kf-lbs of thrust per engine is respectable. If mated with a supercruise inlet, which is necessary for kinematic defeat of missiles and interceptors, then it might be a good package.
thrust is measured in ft lbs
the article does not mention meters but just mentions kilograms
I am assuming they meant to say kilogram meters.
I doubt anyone would measure something in kilogram feet or pound meters.