flgreen Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 Rex Ryan: I’m the right guy to coach the Jets Posted by Josh Alper on December 17, 2013, 7:17 AM EST Jacksonville Jaguars v New York Jets The Jets were officially eliminated from playoff contention with the Ravens victory on Monday night, leaving little more to focus on with the team in the final two weeks than Rex Ryan’s job security. Making the playoffs would almost certainly have assured his return in 2014, but things still feel like they could break either way. While the Jets have been more competitive than just about anyone believed heading into the season, Geno Smith’s rocky rookie year hasn’t done much to rehab Ryan’s rep as a coach who can’t develop quarterbacks and the drop from 5-4 to 6-8 featured some ugly blowouts that don’t help his cause. Ryan also wasn’t hired by General Manager John Idzik, which can be a precarious position for a coach to find himself. None of that has shaken Ryan’s belief that he’s the right man for the job with the Jets. “I’m a competent guy, even though I know that’ll be questioned a zillion times forward and backward,” Ryan said, via the Newark Star-Ledger. “That’s fine. But I know I’m a good football coach. I believe in this team. I believe in this organization. And I’m determined to bring a winner to this team. There’s no question about it. And I believe that I’m the right guy for it. I’m not the guy making that decision. If I was, it would be easy. I think that this team is on the right path. It might not be reflected in our record right now. I understand that. But I believe this team is going in the right direction.” Based on both words — guard Willie Colon said Ryan’s departure would be a step backward for the organization — and the way the Jets have played for much of this season, Ryan hasn’t lost the locker room. If those players can finish with wins against Cleveland and Miami, it would be a point in Ryan’s favor when the final decision is getting made. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetscode1 Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 All the media attention makes me think Woody's considering a change but wants public opinion before moving forward. Just listened to Westhoff's thoughts...good listen here. http://espn.go.com/espnradio/newyork/play?id=10147919 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizard King Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 If that's true, Woody is the rotten head that I've been saying all along. I didn't see Stalin testing the public waters before committing the Red Army to taking back Europe. I didn't see Lou Lamoriello float the idea past the fanbase of sending Scott Gomez to NY. I didn't see ozzie newsome ask Baltimore if they should let Rex walk and take a shot on a special teams coach from Philly. I didn't see Steinbrenner ask Francessa if it would be ok to hire that third baseman from the Mets. Sell to Mark Cuban, Woody, please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flgreen Posted December 17, 2013 Author Share Posted December 17, 2013 A surprisingly good interview. I expected Westhoff to trash Rex. He was interviewed for the HC job when Rex was hired, and was upset he didn't get it. He is a very outspoken guy. I was surprised that that he felt Rex has done a good job, and should get another year. Hmmmmmmmm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizard King Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 Westhoff is a great listen every Sunday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flgreen Posted December 17, 2013 Author Share Posted December 17, 2013 If that's true, Woody is the rotten head that I've been saying all along. I didn't see Stalin testing the public waters before committing the Red Army to taking back Europe. LOL Really? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizard King Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 LOL Really? Meh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MexiRoll6 Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 As much as I hate to say it, I expect Rex Ryan back for the next year (maybe two). Reason 1 - The media hasn't turned on him. In fact they give him a kind of endorsement with columns by Mehta, Serby and Cimini ALL listing reasons pro and con for Rex staying. Usually when a Jets coach is fired a lot of it depends on media perception and condemnation. 2 - Woody Johnson loves the guy and will convince Idzik that all Rex needs are good players (what all coaches need) and for the sake of 'continuity' to stick with him. Of course I can argue many of the supposed 'pros' of keeping Rex such as the players love him and play hard for him. They love him because he forgives ALL their mistakes. Pretend tackling is allowed and never held against the offender and the team DOES NOT play consistently hard for him. How many times have the Jets come up with a huge win only to come off the field the next week having been whipped by 20 points? Too many. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTM Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 He just needs a new GM and he'll be fine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetscode1 Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 Nice discussion here. http://turnonthejets.com/2013/12/the-future-is-bright-rex-ryan/#more-19463 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flgreen Posted December 17, 2013 Author Share Posted December 17, 2013 Nice discussion here. http://turnonthejets.com/2013/12/the-future-is-bright-rex-ryan/#more-19463 Are you suggesting that the posters on "turnonthe jets" are more intelligent then the posters on JetNation? Not saying your wrong, just wondering Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetscode1 Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 Are you suggesting that the posters on "turnonthe jets" are more intelligent then the posters on JetNation? Not saying your wrong, just wondering I'm saying I liked the conversation between the two posters there, as well as the points made here at JN and and at the other sites as well. Obviously the media wants this conversation (my personal take is Woody listens to our thoughts) because they know it will get traction and drive sales. I'm a Jets fan what can I say. Can't talk playoffs so I have to discuss how to move forward. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flgreen Posted December 17, 2013 Author Share Posted December 17, 2013 I'm saying I liked the conversation between the two posters there, as well as the points made here at JN and and at the other sites as well. Obviously the media wants this conversation (my personal take is Woody listens to our thoughts) because they know it will get traction and drive sales. I'm a Jets fan what can I say. Can't talk playoffs so I have to discuss how to move forward. I was only kidding with post Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetscode1 Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 I was only kidding with post I was serious when I suggested Woody listens or pays someone to listen to our posts. Every HC decision he's made had some element of drama to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 If only the Jets were owned by Stalin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flgreen Posted December 17, 2013 Author Share Posted December 17, 2013 If only the Jets were owned by Stalin. IDK Uncle Joe might take some offense to this board. The retaliation might be a bit more then being blocked on tweeter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JiFtheOracle Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 He is the right guy. No doubt about it. Oh well. Stupid Jets are still stupid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizard King Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 If only the Jets were owned by Stalin. Strong leadership. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JiFtheOracle Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 He just needs a new GM and he'll be fine Agreed. I'd be way more inclined to fire that bum Idzik. He's going to hire the next Head Coach? Oh boy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SenorGato Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 This POS said he's not the guy in charge, making decisions, otherwise he would hire himself back. Has he been unaware of his duties this whole time? Holy sh*t, no wonder.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetsfan80 Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 Agreed. I'd be way more inclined to fire that bum Idzik. He's going to hire the next Head Coach? Oh boy. Fire the guy that's been here 1 year and was able to get us a DROY candidate and early 3rd in '14 for Revis off an ACL tear. Smart move. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T0mShane Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 HAHAHAHAHSHAHA He just needs a do-over, obv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MexiRoll6 Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 I agree with Rex on this one. He IS the right guy to lead a dysfunctional, leaderless, pretender to more pretentiousness and teases for the fan base. Rex IS the right guy to coach a team owned by a Turnip with players who LOVE to play for him because they can f$ck up all day and still see the field the next week. Pretend tackling has become an art form for these Jets. Did you see the way Milliner and Cromartie 'escorted' the Raiders big FB down the field? They looked like Yarnell trailing Rex into the locker room. And I'll tell you all this.... REX WILL FIX NONE OF THIS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SenorGato Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 I agree with Rex on this one. He IS the right guy to lead a dysfunctional, leaderless, pretender to more pretentiousness and teases for the fan base. Rex IS the right guy to coach a team owned by a Turnip with players who LOVE to play for him because they can f$ck up all day and still see the field the next week. Pretend tackling has become an art form for these Jets. Did you see the way Milliner and Cromartie 'escorted' the Raiders big FB down the field? They looked like Yarnell trailing Rex into the locker room. And I'll tell you all this.... REX WILL FIX NONE OF THIS. This post might actually be dumb enough to wipe out a village somewhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pac Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 All the media attention makes me think Woody's considering a change but wants public opinion before moving forward. Just listened to Westhoff's thoughts...good listen here. http://espn.go.com/espnradio/newyork/play?id=10147919 Weird.. the guy who has forgotten more football than any of us will ever know is basically parroting exactly what Rex supporters have been saying all season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 Cue say not to DMC! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MexiRoll6 Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 Senior Kitty Cat. Exactly WHAT about my post is enough to "wipe out an entire village"? I said Rex is the right guy to coach a dysfunctional, leaderless team owned by a Turnip. Which of these statements is WRONG? That is exactly what we have right now, and I don't think Idzik has the balls to over rule the Turnip, which is good for job security but doesn't enhance your manhood by any means. Neither does going by the handle Senior Gato. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JiFtheOracle Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 Fire the guy that's been here 1 year and was able to get us a DROY candidate and early 3rd in '14 for Revis off an ACL tear. Smart move. Idzik sucks. Rex is elite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetscode1 Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 Weird.. the guy who has forgotten more football than any of us will ever know is basically parroting exactly what Rex supporters have been saying all season. Are you looking for a pat on the back here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pac Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 Are you looking for a pat on the back here? Not on the back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetscode1 Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 Not on the back. @JiF, Help a brother out here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewillie78 Posted December 18, 2013 Share Posted December 18, 2013 He is the right guy. No doubt about it. Oh well. Stupid Jets are still stupid. Actually, when you look at the POST-NAMATH era for this franchise, REX is the "perfect coach". For 40 years we have heard stuff like: "Same old Jets" "Laughing stock" "Butt Fumble" "Fake Spike" Who better than a guy who thinks he's larger than life, with rosters resembling, the bad news bears predicting super bowls, and not kissing rings he will never see. Yeah, who are we kidding? Rex is perfect................................................................................ Unless this franchise really wants to become relevant again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JiFtheOracle Posted December 18, 2013 Share Posted December 18, 2013 All the media attention makes me think Woody's considering a change but wants public opinion before moving forward. Just listened to Westhoff's thoughts...good listen here. http://espn.go.com/espnradio/newyork/play?id=10147919 Just got a chance to listen to his. Pretty good take on things. Squashes some misconceptions like Rex ignores offense, pretty much puts to rest Rex making personnel decisions and clearly blames Tanny and Idzik for the shape of the roster. Thinks they will commit heavily to improving the offense. Overall, he thinks Rex should be given another year. Westhoff >>>> Buzzards. I agree with him. If Idzik is good at his job, Rex is the right guy for the Jets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewillie78 Posted December 18, 2013 Share Posted December 18, 2013 Just got a chance to listen to his. Pretty good take on things. Squashes some misconceptions like Rex ignores offense, pretty much puts to rest Rex making personnel decisions and clearly blames Tanny and Idzik for the shape of the roster. Thinks they will commit heavily to improving the offense. Overall, he thinks Rex should be given another year. Westhoff >>>> Buzzards. I agree with him. If Idzik is good at his job, Rex is the right guy for the Jets. Westhoff doesnt go with a walker and hearing aid yet, does he? Just want to make sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JiFtheOracle Posted December 18, 2013 Share Posted December 18, 2013 Actually, when you look at the POST-NAMATH era for this franchise, REX is the "perfect coach". For 40 years we have heard stuff like: "Same old Jets" "Laughing stock" "Butt Fumble" "Fake Spike" Who better than a guy who thinks he's larger than life, with rosters resembling, the bad news bears predicting super bowls, and not kissing rings he will never see. Yeah, who are we kidding? Rex is perfect................................................................................ Unless this franchise really wants to become relevant again. Nobody is perfect, silly. And he's clearly learned a lot from this first couple of years. Pretty sure the Jets were revelant at 5-4. So they couldnt sustain it. Is that really Rex's fault? The entire offense went down and he's got a pretty bad rookie QB. This team even at 6-8 has overachieved. They're going in the right direction. They just need to get a whole lot better on offense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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