JetNation Posted December 10, 2015 Share Posted December 10, 2015 Ryan Fitzpatrick was not supposed to be the starter, but now he is, and JetNation is happy about this. The New York Jets have been struggling at the quarterback position, but with offensive weapons like Brandon Marshall and Eric Decker, Fitzpatrick is a sure thing this season. How long will the magic last? Let us […] Click here to read the full story... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cornfed Posted December 10, 2015 Share Posted December 10, 2015 I was really psyched when the Jets got Fitzpatrick. I know I posted here many times - going from the worst QB in the league statistically simply to a below average QB was a HUGE improvement. If you can go from 32 or 33 in the league to 18-22 range at the most important position, that is an enormous improvement. And it has shown so far! I also think Fitz seems to have gotten even better lately. His running at key times has been great, and I think he even slid feet first vs. the Giants. That's my biggest worry at the moment - that he'll hurt himself more doing something stupid like running for an extra 2 yards at his own 38 on 2nd down vs. just sliding and he'll hurt himself worse. If he can stay healthy and continue to improve, and if Marshall/Decker/Ivory and some others can produce, maybe this can last a few years. I just looked and he's 32 years old. Would be wonderful if he can play at an average or just below NFL level for the Jets for a couple years while we identify a potential better/franchise option (as if one could dictate the timing on such thing....). My biggest qualm - I wish we could collectively drop the "Fitzmagic" term. "Sanchize." "Mangenius." These are awful and always work out terribly in the long run. Let's just go with Fitzpatrick or Fitz for short. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetsfan80 Posted December 10, 2015 Share Posted December 10, 2015 I was really psyched when the Jets got Fitzpatrick. I know I posted here many times - going from the worst QB in the league statistically simply to a below average QB was a HUGE improvement. If you can go from 32 or 33 in the league to 18-22 range at the most important position, that is an enormous improvement. And it has shown so far! I also think Fitz seems to have gotten even better lately. His running at key times has been great, and I think he even slid feet first vs. the Giants. That's my biggest worry at the moment - that he'll hurt himself more doing something stupid like running for an extra 2 yards at his own 38 on 2nd down vs. just sliding and he'll hurt himself worse. If he can stay healthy and continue to improve, and if Marshall/Decker/Ivory and some others can produce, maybe this can last a few years. I just looked and he's 32 years old. Would be wonderful if he can play at an average or just below NFL level for the Jets for a couple years while we identify a potential better/franchise option (as if one could dictate the timing on such thing....). My biggest qualm - I wish we could collectively drop the "Fitzmagic" term. "Sanchize." "Mangenius." These are awful and always work out terribly in the long run. Let's just go with Fitzpatrick or Fitz for short. He's the Conquering Hero. Get it right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JiFtheOracle Posted December 10, 2015 Share Posted December 10, 2015 I was really psyched when the Jets got Fitzpatrick. I know I posted here many times - going from the worst QB in the league statistically simply to a below average QB was a HUGE improvement. If you can go from 32 or 33 in the league to 18-22 range at the most important position, that is an enormous improvement. And it has shown so far! I also think Fitz seems to have gotten even better lately. His running at key times has been great, and I think he even slid feet first vs. the Giants. That's my biggest worry at the moment - that he'll hurt himself more doing something stupid like running for an extra 2 yards at his own 38 on 2nd down vs. just sliding and he'll hurt himself worse. If he can stay healthy and continue to improve, and if Marshall/Decker/Ivory and some others can produce, maybe this can last a few years. I just looked and he's 32 years old. Would be wonderful if he can play at an average or just below NFL level for the Jets for a couple years while we identify a potential better/franchise option (as if one could dictate the timing on such thing....). My biggest qualm - I wish we could collectively drop the "Fitzmagic" term. "Sanchize." "Mangenius." These are awful and always work out terribly in the long run. Let's just go with Fitzpatrick or Fitz for short. While fair, how do you know that Ryan doesnt introduce himself as Fitzmagic? It's pretty catchy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Villain The Foe Posted December 10, 2015 Share Posted December 10, 2015 He's the Conquering Hero. Get it right. I got it right, and I dont ever want to get it wrong again! #7WinsAndRunninBaby! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cornfed Posted December 10, 2015 Share Posted December 10, 2015 While fair, how do you know that Ryan doesnt introduce himself as Fitzmagic? It's pretty catchy. Good point. I remember hearing a recorded phone call someone had with Roger Clemens. I think it was evidence in one of the hearings or whatever. I remember he answered his phone "Rocket here." He actually said that. Instead of picking up his phone and saying something like "hello," he began "Rocket here." I loved Clemens right up until that very instant, but not for a second more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rillo Posted December 10, 2015 Share Posted December 10, 2015 But, 6 gamez! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgb Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 So happy to have a QB that doesn't need a color-coded wristband and who knows how timezones work. Seriously this was a low bar but Fitz has leaped way over it. I believe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SouthernJet Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 So happy to have a QB that doesn't need a color-coded wristband and who knows how timezones work. Seriously this was a low bar but Fitz has leaped way over it. I believe! You mean no more of these? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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