JustInFudge Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 https://www.sny.tv/jets/news/fitzpatrick-respects-decision-but-not-happy-to-be-jets-backup/206614330Fitzpatrick respects decision, but not happy to be Jets' backup Oct 19 | 5:07PM Share: New York Jets quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) reacts after being benched in the fourth quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Cardinals defeated the Jets 28-3. Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Jets quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, now the team's backup, told reporters Wednesday that he will respect the decision to start Geno Smith made by head coach Todd Bowles, although he is not pleased with it. Fitzpatrick struggled again in Monday night's loss to the Cardinals, throwing his 11th interception of the year and failing to throw a touchdown. "I mean, I don't like it," Fitzpatrick said. "I'm disappointed that we're making the change, but disappointed in my play this year as well. The competitor in me really wants to be out there. The guy that was the leader of this team last year and the beginning of this year wants to be out there, but it's the decision that Todd (Bowles) made and I have to respect his decision, but I don't have to like it." After the team's fourth consecutive loss, Bowles said Wednesday the Jets' offense was "stagnant" and it was time for a change, which will hopefully lead to better production. Fitzpatrick agreed, but hoped it would not come down to a change in quarterbacks. "We're 1-5, so something has got to change," Fitzpatrick said. "And the way that we played on offense the last four weeks, something had to change. So I guess I was the change." Fitzpatrick added that he didn't know a change was coming after Sunday's game. "I didn't know," he said. "I've been around and been at it long enough to know that when you're 1-5, usually good things aren't happening and it's not all smiles in the building. I don't want to say that I expected it, but it's not shocking to me that they wanted to change things up in some regard." Smith will start Sunday's matchup with the Ravens, his first start since Week 17 in 2014 against the Dolphins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJoTownsell1 Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 Can we just cut this useless bearded dumpster fire already? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebuzzardman Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 I'm not particularly happy about his 4,325 interceptions, but I don't have 12 million dollars to help soothe my feelings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleedin Green Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 This is how every single player who is benched and gives even the slightest bit of sh*t about football feels. Hardly surprising "news". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyjunc Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 do people expect him to be tapdancing around the locker room in joy? why would him being upset be a story? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crusher Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 I'm not happy to be walking around carrying a clipboard for 12 million dollars but I will cause kids gotta eat and stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warfish Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 Quote "I mean, I don't like it," Fitzpatrick said. "I'm disappointed that we're making the change, but disappointed in my play this year as well. The competitor in me really wants to be out there. The guy that was the leader of this team last year and the beginning of this year wants to be out there, but it's the decision that Todd (Bowles) made and I have to respect his decision, but I don't have to like it." No one to blame but yourself Fitzy. Maybe that long offseason holdout was a bad idea, eh? Maybe, just maybe, you should have accepted less and showed up, and worked all offseason. Take a seat and STFU. You had your chance, and you blew it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bostonmajet Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 7 minutes ago, nyjunc said: do people expect him to be tapdancing around the locker room in joy? why would him being upset be a story? yeah; you never want a player to not want to start... nothing to see here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkiss24 Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetdawgg Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 20 minutes ago, JoJoTownsell1 said: Can we just cut this useless bearded dumpster fire already? I agree. He will just take reps from the other much younger QB's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyLV Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 Fitz is a complete tool. He needs to be cut ASAP. And if he can't be cut, tell him to just screw off and stay home. He really is a pretentious arrogant douche. This loser actually said his conttol of the huddle was more important than performance. I guess it is just a bitch being screwed up the ass like he f#cked us the first 6 games. The only thing he is a leader of is his own personal personality circle jerk. At least stubborn Bowles finally saw the light. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewilly12 Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 44 minutes ago, JoJoTownsell1 said: Can we just cut this useless bearded dumpster fire already? Dont cut him suspend him so he cant play for another team this season. Boo hoo Fitzpatrick your done as an NFL imposter QB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlaJetsFan Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 Fitz seems to be a decent guy. Apparently he really knows this game, Chan's system, and is articulate and smart; he just doesn't have the arm to play at a level that matches his understanding of the game. If so, and he is actually a team player, I hope he does everything in his power at this final stage of his career to help Petty turn into our franchise QB. Should that happen, the $6MM would be money well spent. Imagine if we had a young QB with a great attitude, a tremendous work ethic, a cannon of an arm, pinpoint passing accuracy, and the ability of a wily veteran (such as Fitz) to dissect opposing defenses. Now that would be something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sourceworx Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 "Yes, I am thrilled that I've lost my job. We gonna party tonight!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewilly12 Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 Just now, FlaJetsFan said: Fitz seems to be a decent guy. Apparently he really knows this game, Chan's system, and is articulate and smart; he just doesn't have the arm to play at a level that matches his understanding of the game. If so, and he is actually a team player, I hope he does everything in his power at this final stage of his career to help Petty turn into our franchise QB. Should that happen, the $6MM would be money well spent. Imagine if we had a young QB with a great attitude, a tremendous work ethic, a cannon of an arm, pinpoint passing accuracy, and the ability of a wily veteran (such as Fitz) to dissect opposing defenses. Now that would be something. Fitzpatrick is no mentor or leader keep him far away from our young QB's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustInFudge Posted October 20, 2016 Author Share Posted October 20, 2016 44 minutes ago, Bleedin Green said: This is how every single player who is benched and gives even the slightest bit of sh*t about football feels. Hardly surprising "news". Sure. I just remember this thread and thought it would be funny to see the reactions to this comment from Fitz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
August Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 He shouldn't be happy about losing his job. But it is what it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powpow Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 17 minutes ago, joewilly12 said: Fitzpatrick is no mentor or leader keep him far away from our young QB's Yea but can you figure out what 143 X 37 is in less than 5 seconds without a pen. Fitz's kids can. ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snell41 Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 In all seriousness I'd love it if he just said "hell year, I got 12m and get to sit on my ass for the rest of the season!!! Woohoo mother****ers!!!!"Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaJet Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 We are 1-5 Fitz, nobody is happy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xtina Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 4 minutes ago, Powpow said: Yea but can you figure out what 143 X 37 is in less than 5 seconds without a pen. Fitz's kids can. ? $12,000,000? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pac Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 I'm not happy that every week for the last month I've had to explain to my 12 year old that our team sucking in football is ok and he shouldn't let him bum him out. I'm also not happy that I've had to say "oh jeez" or "man we suck" in a calm voice rather than screaming the obscenity laced tirade I'd be doing if he wasn't in the room with me. Take that Rubix Cube and shove it straight up your ass. Don't care that you think you don't suck. You do. Congrats on swindling NFL teams for millions upon millions of dollars. No one said you were dumb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powpow Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 Just now, Xtina said: $12,000,000? Good answer. His kids are funny as well as smart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
varjet Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 Without Ivory opposing defenses drop the LBs into the coverage zones within Fitz's range. The team back built is not designed to work with Fitz' skill set. That is why they keep calling Forte on running plays-because the zones where he could catch the call are covered. The OL is also not good enough to control the opposing DL, which also allows the LBs to play back a bit. Thus, the Jets need to play a QB who can throw the ball farther and faster. Its really that simple. With the tall and fast WRs on the roster, a QB with an arm can change the offense completely, so long as we get some pass-blocking. I don't know where this ends up for Geno but I don't know why people think Petty can play. he is just back from a shoulder injury. He has not played for 6 weeks. He cannot step in. Macc was building the team he wanted for the long term-Fitz was a last minute signing. He was likely forced on him by Woody. Then Bowles played him because he was being played 12mm. The result was foredestined. So let Geno play and see what he can do. Hopefully we can see how the other guys play. If Geno is extended, which hopefully does not happen, it should not be for Fitz 2016 money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barkus Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 Can't wait until this douchenozzle is off the team! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drsamuel84 Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 To be fair, the subject of this thread is a little misleading. Of course he's not happy about being benched, why would he be? But if you read the rest of the story he's taken responsibility for his poor play and is backing Geno. Really a non story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cap'nObvious Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 He admits his play was bad, and that its his fault. He is a good dude, just not a good QB. Let it go. This isnt Geno who would not admit that his own actions contributed to him not starting, and was instead pissed off at everyone else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j4jets Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 1 hour ago, JiF said: "I mean, I don't like it," Fitzpatrick said. "I'm disappointed that we're making the change, but disappointed in my play this year as well. The competitor in me really wants to be out there. The guy that was the leader of this team last year and the beginning of this year wants to be out there, but it's the decision that Todd (Bowles) made and I have to respect his decision, but I don't have to like it." No, you were not the leader. You were a recipient of a good fortune. Leaders don't sh*t themselves. That was a really terrible statement. Proclaiming himself a leader. Leader to what? a 1-5 record? Then sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Villain The Foe Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j4jets Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 7 minutes ago, drsamuel84 said: To be fair, the subject of this thread is a little misleading. Of course he's not happy about being benched, why would he be? But if you read the rest of the story he's taken responsibility for his poor play and is backing Geno. Really a non story. Have you seen the stories on Geno? Everything goes under the microscope. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j4jets Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 4 minutes ago, Cap'nObvious said: He admits his play was bad, and that its his fault. He is a good dude, just not a good QB. Let it go. This isnt Geno who would not admit that his own actions contributed to him not starting, and was instead pissed off at everyone else. Yeah, Smith wasn't exactly "pissed off at everyone else" last year. This year, at 1-5, who wasn't pissed off at the team? Why would one NOT be pissed off? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetBlue Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 5 minutes ago, j4jets said: Yeah, Smith wasn't exactly "pissed off at everyone else" last year. This year, at 1-5, who wasn't pissed off at the team? Why would one NOT be pissed off? Agenda driven post as usual. Bowles praised Geno for how he handled the situation last year and Geno himself said, he learned a lot from Fitz and from the adversity he experienced. Remember the guy lost his job because he was assaulted, not because Fitz beat him out of the job in direct competition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flgreen Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 Bryce Petty wants to play Posted by Mike Florio on October 20, 2016, 12:56 PM EDT Getty Images With Ryan Fitzpatrick benched and Geno Smithstarting, it’s only a matter of time before Geno Smith is benched and another Jets quarterback gets the ball. Bryce Petty wants that to be him. “Shoot, I want game action,” Petty told Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News. “I think that’s what everybody in this locker room wants . . . is to get an opportunity. That’s all you can ask for in life in general, much less in this game. So, I definitely want an opportunity. . . . My plan is to go in and prepare like I am and then just wait for my number to be called and just jump on that opportunity. I’ve been in this league a short amount of time, but what I have learned is that when you do get your opportunity, you got to jump on it. Because they’re quick and few and far between.” Petty’s chance could be coming quickly, if Geno Smith plays like he previously has. Of course, Petty’s chance could quickly end, too. At some point, the Jets will want to see what they have in rookie Christian Hackenberg — especially if they’re going to be in position to draft yet another quarterback in 2017. If they play their cards right, the Jets could be in position to draft the first quarterback in 2017. http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/10/20/bryce-petty-wants-to-play/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cap'nObvious Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 21 minutes ago, j4jets said: Yeah, Smith wasn't exactly "pissed off at everyone else" last year. This year, at 1-5, who wasn't pissed off at the team? Why would one NOT be pissed off? Yeah, he was pissed off at the situation, never once accepted any responsibility for the situation, just declared he was pissed at it. Fitz is a bad QB, but is at least admitting he caused this. He could have blamed the Oline, or the WR's running bad routes, or bad playcalls, he blamed himself. Geno should take a page from Fitz's book, and then apply his golden arm to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cap'nObvious Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 16 minutes ago, JetBlue said: Agenda driven post as usual. Bowles praised Geno for how he handled the situation last year and Geno himself said, he learned a lot from Fitz and from the adversity he experienced. Remember the guy lost his job because he was assaulted, not because Fitz beat him out of the job in direct competition. The only agenda driven posts are those from the blind Geno loyalists, who claim nothing has ever been his fault, he was always the misfortune recipient of bad luck, and he is so badly treated, and so unfairly portrayed by the media, and the fans, and his teammates, and on and on. The way Geno acted on the sidelines showed he has not changed one bit, and the Geno loyalists say hey, look at that passion, oooooooh, sooooo much passion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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