If he keeps playing like he did last night, his new best friend will be me 
It will be nice to have an adult at QB for a change.
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You know I feel the same way!
Me too!!
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Thumbs-up for Jets QB Ryan Fitzpatrick
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Ryan Fitzpatrick stepped into the starting quarterback role this preseason and has run the offense smoothly. AP Photo/Adam Hunger
Rich Cimini, ESPN Staff Writer
A quick observation of quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick and how he has played in preparation for the season opener on Sept. 13 against the Cleveland Browns:
For the first two weeks of training camp, Fitzpatrick was the quintessential veteran backup, receiving no practice reps with the starters but supporting Geno Smith. Everything changed in a nanosecond, when IK Enemkpali slugged Smith in the face, breaking his jaw. Just like that, Fitzpatrick was the starter.
Fitzpatrick has handled the unexpected change extremely well. He has improved each week, creating positive momentum on offense as they head into the season opener. In 12 possessions, he hasn't committed a single turnover -- no small feat if you've studied the Jets' quarterbacks in recent years. He has completed 68 percent of his passes, with two touchdowns, no interceptions and a 106.4 passer rating.
He worked previously under offensive coordinator Chan Gailey, reducing the learning curve. Not many quarterbacks could've stepped into the job as seamlessly as Fitzpatrick, but his familiarity with Gailey's system has helped tremendously. He knows the offense cold, and the players respect that. They also like his even-keeled demeanor and his vast experience in the league; he's starting for his sixth team.
Fitzpatrick delivers the ball quickly and on time, if not with a lot of zip. Clearly, there's a dropoff in arm strength from Smith to Fitzpatrick, but the Jets are hoping Fitzpatrick's savvy can make up the difference. They may have uncovered something Saturday night against the New York Giants, moving the pocket and allowing him to throw on the run. It worked well.
But hold the parade; preseason performances can be deceiving. He has faced only 4-3 defenses in the preseason, three teams that didn't blitz much and kept it fairly vanilla. That won't be the case against the Browns, a 3-4 base defense with exotic pressure packages. They also won't be afraid to challenge receivers on the outside.
Fitzpatrick did as well as could be expected in the preseason, considering the upheaval at the position, but there's a reason why he has bounced around the NFL. He's not a franchise-caliber quarterback, but he can be the right guy for the Jets if he makes good decisions and manages the game. It's not like he's replacing a Manning brother.
http://espn.go.com/blog/new-york-jets/post/_/id/53668/jets-qb-ryan-fitzpatrick-a-thumbs-up-so-far
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Ryan Fitzpatrick stepped into the starting quarterback role this preseason and has run the offense smoothly. AP Photo/Adam Hunger
Rich Cimini, ESPN Staff Writer
A quick observation of quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick and how he has played in preparation for the season opener on Sept. 13 against the Cleveland Browns:
For the first two weeks of training camp, Fitzpatrick was the quintessential veteran backup, receiving no practice reps with the starters but supporting Geno Smith. Everything changed in a nanosecond, when IK Enemkpali slugged Smith in the face, breaking his jaw. Just like that, Fitzpatrick was the starter.
Fitzpatrick has handled the unexpected change extremely well. He has improved each week, creating positive momentum on offense as they head into the season opener. In 12 possessions, he hasn't committed a single turnover -- no small feat if you've studied the Jets' quarterbacks in recent years. He has completed 68 percent of his passes, with two touchdowns, no interceptions and a 106.4 passer rating.
He worked previously under offensive coordinator Chan Gailey, reducing the learning curve. Not many quarterbacks could've stepped into the job as seamlessly as Fitzpatrick, but his familiarity with Gailey's system has helped tremendously. He knows the offense cold, and the players respect that. They also like his even-keeled demeanor and his vast experience in the league; he's starting for his sixth team.
Fitzpatrick delivers the ball quickly and on time, if not with a lot of zip. Clearly, there's a dropoff in arm strength from Smith to Fitzpatrick, but the Jets are hoping Fitzpatrick's savvy can make up the difference. They may have uncovered something Saturday night against the New York Giants, moving the pocket and allowing him to throw on the run. It worked well.
But hold the parade; preseason performances can be deceiving. He has faced only 4-3 defenses in the preseason, three teams that didn't blitz much and kept it fairly vanilla. That won't be the case against the Browns, a 3-4 base defense with exotic pressure packages. They also won't be afraid to challenge receivers on the outside.
Fitzpatrick did as well as could be expected in the preseason, considering the upheaval at the position, but there's a reason why he has bounced around the NFL. He's not a franchise-caliber quarterback, but he can be the right guy for the Jets if he makes good decisions and manages the game. It's not like he's replacing a Manning brother.
http://espn.go.com/blog/new-york-jets/post/_/id/53668/jets-qb-ryan-fitzpatrick-a-thumbs-up-so-far
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http://www.newsday.com/sports/footb...ave-confidence-in-ryan-fitzpatrick-1.10798593
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- Although he's several weeks away from being cleared to play after suffering a broken jaw in a locker-room incident, quarterback Geno Smith has rejoined his teammates on a limited basis at practice. But coach Todd Bowles and quarterback coach Kevin Patullo both expressed confidence in veteran Ryan Fitzpatrick's ability to lead the Jets all season.
"I'm comfortable with him starting, and he's showing great progress the last two weeks he's been playing," Bowles said when asked if Fitzpatrick could start all 16 regular-season games.
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Patullo said Fitzpatrick's knowledge of the offense from playing under offensive coordinator Chan Gailey previously in Buffalo, helps everyone as does his ability to read opposing defenses. "The receivers can rely on him," Patullo said. "We're all on the same page. He's helped Bryce [rookie Petty] tremendously, and he's helped Geno. He knows what's going on."
Since rejoining the team, Patullo said Smith has begun throwing in drills, and is getting the mental reps he needs. The Jets might miss Smith's superior arm strength, but Patullo suggested execution is most important.
"Geno can throw the ball; we all know that," Patullo said. "To be honest, as long as we're on time and we're making the right reads and we get it out, it's really not a problem."
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- Although he's several weeks away from being cleared to play after suffering a broken jaw in a locker-room incident, quarterback Geno Smith has rejoined his teammates on a limited basis at practice. But coach Todd Bowles and quarterback coach Kevin Patullo both expressed confidence in veteran Ryan Fitzpatrick's ability to lead the Jets all season.
"I'm comfortable with him starting, and he's showing great progress the last two weeks he's been playing," Bowles said when asked if Fitzpatrick could start all 16 regular-season games.
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Jets' Jace Amaro out for season with labrum tear
Williams: 'I'll definitely be ready by Week 1'
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Patullo said Fitzpatrick's knowledge of the offense from playing under offensive coordinator Chan Gailey previously in Buffalo, helps everyone as does his ability to read opposing defenses. "The receivers can rely on him," Patullo said. "We're all on the same page. He's helped Bryce [rookie Petty] tremendously, and he's helped Geno. He knows what's going on."
Since rejoining the team, Patullo said Smith has begun throwing in drills, and is getting the mental reps he needs. The Jets might miss Smith's superior arm strength, but Patullo suggested execution is most important.
"Geno can throw the ball; we all know that," Patullo said. "To be honest, as long as we're on time and we're making the right reads and we get it out, it's really not a problem."