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Jets coach Todd Bowles said he is comfortable with Geno Smith starting this week against the Texans.
"I’m fine with him starting," Bowles said. "He’s made great progress. He’s learned a lot under Ryan. He threw the ball well in Oakland for the most part. So, if he has to play, we’ll just keep on moving." The Jets expect Ryan Fitzpatrick to be able to play just nine days removed from thumb surgery, but Fitz's status will not become clear until later in the week. Geno should get most the reps this week in practice.
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Source: Pro Football Talk
Jets coach Todd Bowles said he is comfortable with Geno Smith starting this week against the Texans.
"I’m fine with him starting," Bowles said. "He’s made great progress. He’s learned a lot under Ryan. He threw the ball well in Oakland for the most part. So, if he has to play, we’ll just keep on moving." The Jets expect Ryan Fitzpatrick to be able to play just nine days removed from thumb surgery, but Fitz's status will not become clear until later in the week. Geno should get most the reps this week in practice.
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Source: Pro Football Talk
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Connor Hughes @Connor_J_Hughes 18m18 minutes ago
Bowles says the #Jets gave it a “thought” to sit Fitz this week, “but it wasn’t a serious thought.”
Translation: If Fitz dies from complications, I guess we'll have to start smith.
I can see the scenario now.
Jets coaches sitting in meeting room.
Asst coach: Boss, Fitz had surgery a few days ago, he'll be in a lot of pain, and only about 50%. Should we start smith?
Entire CS looks out to players area and see geno practicing scary faces in the mirror in his locker.
All coaches: Hilarious laughter.
Bowles: Son, go get us some coffee
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Rich Cimini @RichCimini
Jets worked out 7 kickers today (no notables), along with some returners, namely Dri Archer and Trindon Holliday. #NYJ
5:45 PM - 17 Nov 2015
Jets worked out 7 kickers today (no notables), along with some returners, namely Dri Archer and Trindon Holliday. #NYJ
5:45 PM - 17 Nov 2015
They must have no confidence in Bullock. Going for it on fourth down and now this.
Thankfully we are addressing the kick returning game. I don't care about the kick returns. Just take a knee each time but we need someone returning punts. Kerley just fair catches
We have some of the worst blocking on punt returns. It seems like everytime we receive a punt, there's 6 guys on top of Kerley within seconds. In a game of field position, you have to get a decent return once in a while. The Jets never get more than a 5 yard return it seems.
I agree. What is it? The coaching or Bobby April? Needs to be fixed
Ten things to know about the Houston Texans (4-5)
Ten things to know about the Houston Texans (4-5)
[h=1]Texans survive 'Hard Knocks' and hard times, ready for Jets[/h]1. Given up for road kill only a few weeks ago, the Texans have won two in a row, good enough for a first-place tie in the dreadful AFC South. Their first three wins came against losing teams, but they opened the eyes of America with a 10-6 upset of the previously undefeated Cincinnati Bengals on Monday night. Maybe the Texans are just a made-for-TV team. Remember, they were featured on HBO's "Hard Knocks" in the preseason.
2. The Texans have supplied the Jets with their general manager (Mike Maccagnan), starting quarterback (Ryan Fitzpatrick) and kicker (Randy Bullock). Maccagnan grew up in the Texans organization, working his way up the ranks from 2000 to 2014. His ties to the organization and his familiarity with Fitzpatrick (12 starts last season for Houston) paved the way for one of the best trades of the offseason. Where would the Jets be without Fitzpatrick?
3. The face of the franchise is J.J. Watt, who delivered the zinger of the year in the aftermath of Monday night's win. "Our goal was to come out here and make the Red Rifle look like a Red Ryder BB Gun, and I think we did that," he told ESPN's Lisa Salters. Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton over-reacted, making it a big story. Come on, Andy, lighten up.
4. Aside from his clever wit, Watt happens to be the best defensive player in the NFL. He already has two 20-sack seasons on his resume, and he's just about halfway there this year with 9.5, which ranks second in the league. He lines up most of the time at left end, which means Jets right tackle Breno Giacomini and right guard Brian Winters might have trouble sleeping this week.
5. The Texans have a quarterback issue. So what else is new? They've used multiple quarterbacks in four games. Brian Hoyer suffered a concussion on Monday night, so his status this week is uncertain. If he can't play, it'll be T.J. Yates, whom they re-signed three weeks ago after cutting perpetual slacker Ryan Mallett. Coach Bill O'Brien mishandled his quarterbacks from the outset, benching Hoyer after Week 1. He finally fessed up to it, reportedly telling the players in a recent team meeting he should've stayed with Hoyer. That's easy to say now; he actually started Mallett in four games before yanking him. O'Brien sent him packing after he missed a team flight.
6. Before completing the Fitzpatrick trade, the Jets were in negotiations with Hoyer, who has played well since the quick hook -- eight touchdown passes and only two interceptions in his last four starts. Yates was the hero on Monday night, coming off the bench to throw a touchdown pass, but he's hardly an iron-clad insurance policy. Three weeks ago, he was sitting on his couch, unemployed, when the Texans called with a job offer. Prior to Monday night, he hadn't thrown a pass since Sept. 18, 2014. The man hasn't started a game since 2011. The Jets wouldn't mind at all if he gets the start. By the way, the Texans are one of three teams to have three different players throw a touchdown.
7. Hey, look who finally woke up -- the Texans' defense. After an awful start, they've gone 10 straight quarters without allowing a touchdown. The unit includes a handful of big names -- Watt, nose tackle Vince Wilfork, linebacker Brian Cushing, cornerback Johnathan Joseph and outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney, the seemingly always-hurt former No. 1 overall pick. Another player to watch is outside linebacker Whitney Mercilus, who leads the league in tackles-for-loss (seven) since Week 8. The Texans have the best third-down defense (27.0 percent), which will pose problems for the Jets.
8. DeAndre Hopkins recently called himself the best wide receiver in the NFL. That might be a stretch, but you know what? He's in the conversation. He's third in receiving yardage (927), third in catches (71) and tied for second among receivers in touchdown receptions (seven). Did you see his brilliant, one-handed grab against the Bengals? Do yourself a favor and check it out. No doubt, Darrelle Revis will be studying it.
9. The Texans' biggest problem is they can't run the ball, in part because Arian Foster is out for the season. They average only 87 yards per game (28th), managing only 3.2 per carry. They'll have a tough time against the Jets' front.
10. Offensively, the Texans and Jets have at least one thing in common -- they pretty much ignore the tight ends in the passing game. They have only 41 tight-end targets; the Jets have the fewest at 16. The question is, would the Texans throw to their backup tight end with the game on the line? The Jets would. They did.
10. Offensively, the Texans and Jets have at least one thing in common -- they pretty much ignore the tight ends in the passing game. They have only 41 tight-end targets; the Jets have the fewest at 16. The question is, would the Texans throw to their backup tight end with the game on the line? The Jets would. They did.
Ten things to know about the Houston Texans (4-5)
[h=1]Texans survive 'Hard Knocks' and hard times, ready for Jets[/h]1. Given up for road kill only a few weeks ago, the Texans have won two in a row, good enough for a first-place tie in the dreadful AFC South. Their first three wins came against losing teams, but they opened the eyes of America with a 10-6 upset of the previously undefeated Cincinnati Bengals on Monday night. Maybe the Texans are just a made-for-TV team. Remember, they were featured on HBO's "Hard Knocks" in the preseason.
2. The Texans have supplied the Jets with their general manager (Mike Maccagnan), starting quarterback (Ryan Fitzpatrick) and kicker (Randy Bullock). Maccagnan grew up in the Texans organization, working his way up the ranks from 2000 to 2014. His ties to the organization and his familiarity with Fitzpatrick (12 starts last season for Houston) paved the way for one of the best trades of the offseason. Where would the Jets be without Fitzpatrick?
3. The face of the franchise is J.J. Watt, who delivered the zinger of the year in the aftermath of Monday night's win. "Our goal was to come out here and make the Red Rifle look like a Red Ryder BB Gun, and I think we did that," he told ESPN's Lisa Salters. Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton over-reacted, making it a big story. Come on, Andy, lighten up.
4. Aside from his clever wit, Watt happens to be the best defensive player in the NFL. He already has two 20-sack seasons on his resume, and he's just about halfway there this year with 9.5, which ranks second in the league. He lines up most of the time at left end, which means Jets right tackle Breno Giacomini and right guard Brian Winters might have trouble sleeping this week.
6. Before completing the Fitzpatrick trade, the Jets were in negotiations with Hoyer, who has played well since the quick hook -- eight touchdown passes and only two interceptions in his last four starts. Yates was the hero on Monday night, coming off the bench to throw a touchdown pass, but he's hardly an iron-clad insurance policy. Three weeks ago, he was sitting on his couch, unemployed, when the Texans called with a job offer. Prior to Monday night, he hadn't thrown a pass since Sept. 18, 2014. The man hasn't started a game since 2011. The Jets wouldn't mind at all if he gets the start. By the way, the Texans are one of three teams to have three different players throw a touchdown.
7. Hey, look who finally woke up -- the Texans' defense. After an awful start, they've gone 10 straight quarters without allowing a touchdown. The unit includes a handful of big names -- Watt, nose tackle Vince Wilfork, linebacker Brian Cushing, cornerback Johnathan Joseph and outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney, the seemingly always-hurt former No. 1 overall pick. Another player to watch is outside linebacker Whitney Mercilus, who leads the league in tackles-for-loss (seven) since Week 8. The Texans have the best third-down defense (27.0 percent), which will pose problems for the Jets.
8. DeAndre Hopkins recently called himself the best wide receiver in the NFL. That might be a stretch, but you know what? He's in the conversation. He's third in receiving yardage (927), third in catches (71) and tied for second among receivers in touchdown receptions (seven). Did you see his brilliant, one-handed grab against the Bengals? Do yourself a favor and check it out. No doubt, Darrelle Revis will be studying it.
9. The Texans' biggest problem is they can't run the ball, in part because Arian Foster is out for the season. They average only 87 yards per game (28th), managing only 3.2 per carry. They'll have a tough time against the Jets' front.
10. Offensively, the Texans and Jets have at least one thing in common -- they pretty much ignore the tight ends in the passing game. They have only 41 tight-end targets; the Jets have the fewest at 16. The question is, would the Texans throw to their backup tight end with the game on the line? The Jets would. They did.
10. Offensively, the Texans and Jets have at least one thing in common -- they pretty much ignore the tight ends in the passing game. They have only 41 tight-end targets; the Jets have the fewest at 16. The question is, would the Texans throw to their backup tight end with the game on the line? The Jets would. They did.
Jason La Canfora @JasonLaCanfora 4m4 minutes ago
Brian Hoyer not scheduled to practice today. Remains in concussion protocol. Texans unlikely to have him available on Sunday
Brian Hoyer not scheduled to practice today. Remains in concussion protocol. Texans unlikely to have him available on Sunday
Good news. Thanks for the update. This is a must win. That phrase is thrown out there a ton but if we lose this game, i do not see us making the playoffs.
I agree -- we can't afford to lose this one. Drop this one and I might start thinking about draft more than playoffs. It is the Texans defense that scares me -- looked great against Cincy and have just given up 4 FGs in their last two games. Makes you wonder how in the heck Miami put up 44 and 500+ yards against them a couple of weeks ago.
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Yeah.
Problem is this game could easily go into a FG exchange match. Think the Jets worked out 4 kickers yesterday. Not a good sign
i'd say it was more of an anomaly/perfect storm..
hopefully this is a "trap game" for houston..
huge win last week.. very winnable division.. the jets are struggling & they got us at their place..
all the earmarks are there..
Probably just doing due diligence on kickers. They had to grab Bullock on a short week -- no harm in trying to see what else is out there for the rest of the season. Folk was the only thing good about our special teams.
Dennis Waszak Jr. @DWAZ73 1m1 minute ago
Revis has a hip issue, but Bowles says it's "not very" serious. Should play Sunday. #Jets
Rich Cimini @RichCimini 2m2 minutes ago
Ryan Fitzpatrick didn't practice. That was plan. Will practice tomorrow. Todd Bowles not naming him starter yet but seems optimistic.
Revis has a hip issue, but Bowles says it's "not very" serious. Should play Sunday. #Jets
Rich Cimini @RichCimini 2m2 minutes ago
Ryan Fitzpatrick didn't practice. That was plan. Will practice tomorrow. Todd Bowles not naming him starter yet but seems optimistic.
Brian Costello @BrianCoz 1m1 minute ago
Bowles said Sheldon Richardson (hamstring) will probably be a game-time decision.
Bowles said Sheldon Richardson (hamstring) will probably be a game-time decision.
Chris Lopresti @CLoprestiWFAN 2m2 minutes ago
Geno took all the reps today. Bowles says they're "more than confident" he can do the job if Fitz is out. #NYJ
Dennis Waszak Jr. @DWAZ73 1m1 minute ago
Bowles says #Jets probably sticking this week with what they've got at kick returner spot. Thompkins and "other guys."
Chris Lopresti @CLoprestiWFAN 2m2 minutes ago
Bowles wants to see Cro (thigh) do more tomorrow but says he's doing better and would start Sunday if he's active. #NYJ
Geno took all the reps today. Bowles says they're "more than confident" he can do the job if Fitz is out. #NYJ
Dennis Waszak Jr. @DWAZ73 1m1 minute ago
Bowles says #Jets probably sticking this week with what they've got at kick returner spot. Thompkins and "other guys."
Chris Lopresti @CLoprestiWFAN 2m2 minutes ago
Bowles wants to see Cro (thigh) do more tomorrow but says he's doing better and would start Sunday if he's active. #NYJ
Chris Lopresti @CLoprestiWFAN 39s40 seconds ago
Bowles says Bilal Powell was full speed today. Ready to return from ankle injury. Good timing with Stacy going down last week. #NYJ
Bowles says Bilal Powell was full speed today. Ready to return from ankle injury. Good timing with Stacy going down last week. #NYJ
Tania Ganguli @taniaganguli 3m3 minutes ago
Surprise on the injury report: #Texans receiver DeAndre Hopkins is listed as did not practice with a knee injury. #Texans
Surprise on the injury report: #Texans receiver DeAndre Hopkins is listed as did not practice with a knee injury. #Texans
Darryl Slater @DarrylSlater 42s42 seconds ago
Ryan Fitzpatrick said he will start Sunday in Houston.
Ryan Fitzpatrick said he will start Sunday in Houston.