JetNation Posted January 2, 2017 Share Posted January 2, 2017 By Glenn Naughton Jets fans will have to wait until next season to find out if head coach Todd Bowles has learned from past mistakes that were made during live action on game day, but when it comes how he handles himself after the game (or the season) goes, we saw yesterday that he’s already learned a valuable lesson. Following yesterday’s season-ending 30-10 victory over the Buffalo Bills, Bowles was asked to comment on the team’s future plans for cornerback Darrelle Revis, but the coach didn’t bite. When a Jets beat writer asked Bowles about a conversation that took place between himself and Revis regarding a possible move from cornerback to safety if he were to stay with the team, Bowles was non-committal, and referenced the comments he made following last year’s season finale that ultimately cost Gang Green some green backs as the reason why. Ryan Fitzpatrick was handed the Jets starting before ever signing a contract this off-season. It was after the team’s week 17 loss to the Buffalo Bills last season that Bowles anointed free agent-to be, Ryan Fitzpatrick, his starting quarterback for the 2016 season. An announcement that gave the journeyman additional leverage in his upcoming contract negotiations. The comments undoubtedly played a role in Fitzpatrick and his agents holding out for the “starter money” that he would eventually get. Even though his eventual $12 million pay-day is pittance for a starting quarterback, (the deal made him the second-lowest paid veteran starter in the NFL) the comments from Bowles never should have been made, and he made a point to bring it up as something he won’t repeat in the future. When asked about Revis, Bowles replied: “I’m not going to discuss any player going in to 2017 thanks to you guys (Jets beat writers) when I said something about Fitz last year. I have you guys to thank for that. I won’t be saying anything about any players heading in to 2017. My second year as a head coach and I learned some things, so thank you guys”. The Jets have a big decision to make on Revis. The former great is due to count for just over $15 million next season which is an ungodly amount of money for a player who didn’t even play up to the level of a “vet minimum” type this year. If there is any chance at all of Revis hanging around, a steep pay cut will be in order. Given Revis’ history and savvy, a move to safety would seemingly be the ideal solution for an aging cornerback who has lost a step. Only problem there is that Revis hasn’t only lost a step, but the desire to tackle. How’s that gonna’ go over as a safety? Bowles made a mistake in promising the starting job to Fitzpatrick last season and he did the right thing yesterday in refusing to discuss Revis’ future with the Jets. Handling the New York media may not be the type of growth fans were hoping to see from Bowles between his first and second season, so hopefully by training camp next year, the decisions on the sidelines show similar (or any) improvement. Click here to read the full story... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike135 Posted January 2, 2017 Share Posted January 2, 2017 I feel like a parent who has to let their kid drive the nice car when he/she gets their license. The kid undoubtedly ruins the car while learning. Wish we didn't have to give Bowles the keys to the Caddi right away. Instead first let him learn on the crappy 3 series BMW. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy 2 Times Posted January 2, 2017 Share Posted January 2, 2017 Rod Woodson switched to safety and played at a very high level for another 5-6 years. If he takes a pay cut, we might've found the elusive ball hawking safety missing from this team since McMillan. It would push Pryor down into the box where he might finally show something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetdawgg Posted January 2, 2017 Share Posted January 2, 2017 1 minute ago, Jimmy 2 Times said: Rod Woodson switched to safety and played at a very high level for another 5-6 years. If he takes a pay cut, we might've found the elusive ball hawking safety missing from this team since McMillan. It would push Pryor down into the box where he might finally show something. Revis retired last season. Have to let him play safety on another team Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patriot Killa Posted January 2, 2017 Share Posted January 2, 2017 2 minutes ago, Jimmy 2 Times said: Rod Woodson switched to safety and played at a very high level for another 5-6 years. If he takes a pay cut, we might've found the elusive ball hawking safety missing from this team since McMillan. It would push Pryor down into the box where he might finally show something. Revis doesn't want to tackle. He will not be a good Free Safety. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy 2 Times Posted January 2, 2017 Share Posted January 2, 2017 We know he can cover and has ball skills. He wouldn't be up in the box so the only tackling he'd be doing is on receivers and backs that have broken free down field. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerfish Posted January 2, 2017 Share Posted January 2, 2017 Bowles is an easily deceived dumbass and already Revis has had talks with him about moving to safety, I can see this happening and will enjoy watching Revis pull the whole ole! red cape as people run buy him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyLV Posted January 2, 2017 Share Posted January 2, 2017 I just dont see Revis as an effective safety or an effiective anything if he does not change his dedication level Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerfish Posted January 2, 2017 Share Posted January 2, 2017 3 minutes ago, Jimmy 2 Times said: We know he can cover and has ball skills. He wouldn't be up in the box so the only tackling he'd be doing is on receivers and backs that have broken free down field. He can cover and has ball skills? He has been burnt long, short and all the way in between all year and most often against utter jag players in this league. He got his 1st int of the year yesterday and then promptly got toasted by another jag a series or so later. He got hurt trying to two hand touch tackle a guy yesterday. He is done like dinner and is also a freaking whiner. He is top 2 or 3 on the hit list of players that 100% for sure should not be back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy 2 Times Posted January 2, 2017 Share Posted January 2, 2017 I was speaking in terms of a cover safety. A lot of safeties look lost in coverage, he wouldn't have that problem and he's had numerous ints in his career. I think him watching the qb instead of having to turn and sprint with younger receivers might be a positive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AFJF Posted January 2, 2017 Share Posted January 2, 2017 2 hours ago, Jimmy 2 Times said: I was speaking in terms of a cover safety. A lot of safeties look lost in coverage, he wouldn't have that problem and he's had numerous ints in his career. I think him watching the qb instead of having to turn and sprint with younger receivers might be a positive. Right, but what if somebody makes a catch in front of him and he's the last line of defense? TD every time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JiFtheOracle Posted January 2, 2017 Share Posted January 2, 2017 3 hours ago, Jimmy 2 Times said: Rod Woodson switched to safety and played at a very high level for another 5-6 years. If he takes a pay cut, we might've found the elusive ball hawking safety missing from this team since McMillan. It would push Pryor down into the box where he might finally show something. Rod Woodson cared about Football. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Jets fan Posted January 2, 2017 Share Posted January 2, 2017 Revis will never ever take a pay cut. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetPotato Posted January 2, 2017 Share Posted January 2, 2017 6 minutes ago, Joe Jets fan said: Revis will never ever take a pay cut. Exactly. Also no reason to believe he'll make a good safety. The irony is the guy held out multiple times because he felt his salary didn't match the performance. But now that we know that's again true in reverse fashion, don't expect him to do anything other than call for them to "honor the contract". What do people think the whole "class" comment was about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetdawgg Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 4 hours ago, Beerfish said: Bowles is an easily deceived dumbass and already Revis has had talks with him about moving to safety, I can see this happening and will enjoy watching Revis pull the whole ole! red cape as people run buy him. Revis tackles like Mariah Carey sings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxman Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 I am encouraged by this. Bowles is coming back so we have no choice but to hope that he has learned a few things. He is a smart guy and he has been successful in life, so this is good news. Very curious to see what changes are going to be made on the coaching staff. Would love to see Karl Dunbar come back for Pepper Johnson. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
August Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 Bowles is learning. This is good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larz Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 mevis won't hit anybody, who the **** would put him at safety ? he admitted he was fat and old, **** him I hate him more than any jet EVER did you all see him suddenly find energy and sprint when the ball bounced into his lap sunday ? **** HIM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanadaSteve Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 4 hours ago, Jimmy 2 Times said: We know he can cover and has ball skills. He wouldn't be up in the box so the only tackling he'd be doing is on receivers and backs that have broken free down field. AND, if we go out and draft a good CB and sign a couple, he won't have to tackle that much because we would have CB's doing all his work for him! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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