Cimini reporting it as well:
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New York Jets aren't ready to try a "Hail McElroy" just yet.
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This was the safest move for Rex Ryan. It demonstrates the organization's commitment to Sanchez, its willingness to make it work, writes Rich Cimini.
Blog After mulling the most important decision of his head-coaching career, Rex Ryan decided to stick with embattled starting quarterback
Mark Sanchez, the team announced Wednesday morning.
Backup
Greg McElroy, the new fan favorite after rallying the Jets to a 7-6 win over the
Arizona Cardinals, will remain on the bench with
Tim Tebow -- for now.
Ryan, who informed the entire team of his decision to start Sanchez at its 8 a.m. meeting, will address the media at 11: 45 a.m. Wednesday.
The next question becomes the No. 2 job. Ryan apparently isn't ready to make that announcement. That will depend largely on Tebow's health, according to a source.
Mike and Mike in the MorningESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter expects Mark Sanchez to remain the Jets' starting QB. Schefter also discusses Michael Vick, Alex Smith, Chip Kelly, the NFL draft and more.
More Podcasts »Ryan benched Sanchez for the first time in his career, fueling a quarterback controversy. It intensified when McElroy, in his NFL debut, led the struggling offense to its only score.
Sanchez, coming off a three-interception nightmare, will return to his familiar role Sunday against the
Jacksonville Jaguars. That the game is on the road should help him; he won't have to deal with the venom of the New York fans, many of whom have turned on him in recent weeks.
Ryan was noncommittal Sunday and Monday, claiming he needed time to make the decision. It was the first time in three-plus season he didn't publicly back Sanchez as his starter. Ryan said he wanted to have an "open discussion" with his staff.
That occurred Tuesday, sources said, as he huddled with owner Woody Johnson, general manager Mike Tannenbaum and offensive coordinator Tony Sparano.
Despite his struggles, Sanchez still has support within the organization, including the offensive coaching staff.
Financially, they have a lot invested in him, including $8.25 million in guaranteed money for 2013.
Sanchez, drafted fifth overall in 2009, helped the Jets to back-to-back AFC Championship Games in his first two seasons. Since then, his record is 13-15, with 44 turnovers. How Tebow fits into the equation remains to be seen. He's recovering from fractured ribs, which kept him out last week. He was the No. 2 quarterback for the first 11 games, but it's possible he could be deactivated for the second straight week.
