NYJets8 Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 https://www.sny.tv/jets/news/jets-could-pursue-qb-bridgewater-if-cousins-signs-elsewhere/267865480 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RutgersJetFan Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 I have no problem with this. We should definitely hang our hopes on a guy that almost had his leg amputated and hasn't been able to play football for 2 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYJets8 Posted March 5, 2018 Author Share Posted March 5, 2018 The Jets haven't given up on landing the biggest quarterback fish in the free-agent pool, but they are preparing in case it happens. They have an array of options mapped out if their "Plan A" fizzlesand Kirk Cousins signs somewhere else. And their "Plan B" could be interesting, especially if the "B" stands for Teddy Bridgewater. If Bridgewater becomes a free agent (and there's some doubt about that at the moment), he could be the next best option on the open market, and an enticing one for the quarterback-starved Jets. He carries some obvious risks since he's still recovering from a devastating knee injury he suffered 19 months ago. But he's also only 25, already has 28 starts and a Pro Bowl on his resume, and was considered a rising star before he got hurt. He would also cost the Jets far, far less than the $30 million per year and perhaps $90 million in guarantees that Cousins is seeking. So if he's healthy -- a big "if" -- Bridgewater as a "Plan B" could be a steal. "Teddy is a guy that two years ago played fantastic," Vikings coach Mike Zimmer said at the NFL scouting combine last week. "I thought he was a very ascending player and obviously had a terrible knee injury. Don't get to see him play in real, live action in basically two years, so there's the question with him." That question, Zimmer said, is simple: "Is Teddy what he was?" That's an interesting question the Jets will have to answer, especially since Bridgewater has attempted only two passes in the last two seasons. A Jets team source said Bridgewater is on the list of options they're considering, though the source wouldn't say if he's part of a Plan B, C or D. He's not the kind of ready-to-go answer to their quarterback question that Cousins is. But he could have more upside than other free agents, like his Vikings teammates Case Keenumor Sam Bradford, or soon-to-be former Bengal A.J. McCarron. Other than his health, Bridgewater would seem to be less risky than the top quarterbacks in the draft. The Jets will have seen what he can do against NFL competition and they know he can handle the speed and other challenges of the pro game. There's no way they can be as sure about that with Wyoming's Josh Allen or Oklahoma's Baker Mayfield. So the idea of signing Bridgewater -- and perhaps bringing 38-year-old Josh McCown back as a bridge and as his mentor -- makes a lot of sense. The 6-foot-2, 215-pound Bridgewater was the last pick of the first round of the 2014 draft, and really was "an ascending player" in 2015. He completed 65.3 percent of his passes for 3,231 yards, 14 touchdowns and nine interceptions. The Vikings went 17-11 in his starts and looked set at quarterback for years. But on Aug. 30, 2016, he suffered a gruesome, non-contact injury at a training camp practice and had to be rushed by ambulance to a local hospital. He suffered a torn ACL and a lot of other structural damage in his left knee. There were doubts if he would ever play again. He progressed to the point where he was added to the Vikings roster in November, and on Dec. 17, in a 34-7 win over at home of the Cincinnati Bengals, Zimmer even got him into a game. He only threw two passes and one was picked off, but he got a rousing ovation from the crowd simply because he was back. "This kid is a great competitor," Zimmer said. "He's got the heart of a lion, a champion. He's going to do everything he possibly can to be ready. I wouldn't have dressed the guy if I didn't think he was ready during the season. If we would have had to have him go in, I was comfortable in playing him. "I'm hopeful for Teddy, No. 1, that he has an outstanding career. He's earned it. He's deserved it." With the Vikings set to make a strong push to land Cousins, it appears Bridgewater's career will resume someplace else -- at least probably. That doubt has to do with a clause in the NFL's Collective Bargaining Agreement that says a player's contract "tolls" if he's on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list through the sixth game of the final season of his deal. Bridgewater was, which means the Vikings could retain him in 2018 at the same $1.354 million salary he made last year. The NFL is expected to rule on that sometime this week. Most around the NFL expect the league will allow Bridgewater to become an unrestricted free agent. And if he's free, he can't be ruled out for the Jets, especially if their fears are realized and Cousins ends up in Minnesota. They could take a short-term chance on him to see if he's healthy. They could even pair him with a quarterback from the draft. It would be a gamble, but the payoff could be enormous -- far bigger than any of the other free-agent options if Cousins is gone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chirorob Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 If the Jets do that, that'll make 2 years in a row I don't watch a whole game. Come on. Get Cousins or draft someone. Not a guy who had his leg fall off in a non contact drill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChuckkieB Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 Bridgewater is a risk under any circumstances, but I'd rather take a chance on him over Bradford, because there is still potential upside with Bridgewater. However, this only works for me if the Jets ALSO draft a QB at #6. If not, it would be a head scratcher for Mac to pursue a QB that comes with any injury related question marks to be the #1 guy. The organization is finally in a position to address the stability of the QB position via the draft or a top shelf FA signing, and for Mac to shoot so low with Bridgewater, Bradford, or any other QB of their ilk would be ridiculous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augustiniak Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 1 minute ago, chirorob said: If the Jets do that, that'll make 2 years in a row I don't watch a whole game. Come on. Get Cousins or draft someone. Not a guy who had his leg fall off in a non contact drill. it would be interesting if they got him, traded back and then drafted jackson. the 2 louisville guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Pcola Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 If the Jets expect the fans to accept a QB depth chart of McCow, Bridgewater, and Hackenberg, then everyone needs fired and the team sold. This would really finish me off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augustiniak Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 Just now, Pcola said: If the Jets expect the fans to accept a QB depth chart of McCow, Bridgewater, and Hackenberg, then everyone needs fired and the team sold. This would really finish me off. and then mccags would draft someone like chubb in the first round and that would be the final nail in his coffin, ignoring offense again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnitedWhofans Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 Just now, Augustiniak said: and then mccags would draft someone like chubb in the first round and that would be the final nail in his coffin, ignoring offense again. SO you dont want a pass rusher. OK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peebag Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 If he passes medical exam and signs for short contract, meh.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augustiniak Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 Just now, UnitedWhofans said: SO you dont want a pass rusher. OK no, not if my qb is bridgewater. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnitedWhofans Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 Just now, Augustiniak said: no, not if my qb is bridgewater. I get it. I think Minny's going to keep Bridgwater. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
long suffering jets fan Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 2 minutes ago, RutgersJetFan said: I have no problem with this. We should definitely hang our hopes on a guy that almost had his leg amputated and hasn't been able to play football for 2 years. Since Cousins may be a pipe dream, Bridgewater, McCown and a first round pick might be the next best thing. At least we'll be insulated against injury. An improved offensive line could also help keep our QBs upright and free of injury. The alternatives are Bradford, or maybe trade for another QB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augustiniak Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 Just now, long suffering jets fan said: Since Cousins may be a pipe dream, Bridgewater, McCown and a first round pick might be the next best thing. At least we'll be insulated against injury. An improved offensive line could also help keep our QBs upright and free of injury. The alternatives are Bradford, or maybe trade for another QB. i think the fear here is that they acquire bridgewater and then draft chubb or nelson, and then draft a qb in the 2nd or 3rd round whose upside is most likely as a good backup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnitedWhofans Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 Just now, Augustiniak said: i think the fear here is that they acquire bridgewater and then draft chubb or nelson, and then draft a qb in the 2nd or 3rd round whose upside is most likely as a good backup. Given the distance between the draft and FA, I would think they would have put him through medical tests to make sure he can do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pcola Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 All this attention for a QB that statistically was worse than Mark Sanchez. Is just an average QB that we can build around for the next 5 years too damn much to ask for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sourceworx Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 Damaged goods. Pass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JiFtheOracle Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 Just think, if we sign Bridgewater, retain Hack and punt on drafting a QB....we'll be going into camp with 2 QB's who havent taken a meaningful snap in a Football game for 2 years!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 1 who has never taken an NFL snap altogether!! Woot woot!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnitedWhofans Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 Just now, sourceworx said: Damaged goods. Pass. TBF, that's what was said of Drew Brees Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnitedWhofans Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 Just now, JiF said: Just think, if we sign Bridgewater, retain Hack and punt on drafting a QB....we'll be going into camp with 2 QB's who havent taken a meaningful snap in a Football game for 2 years!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 1 who has never taken an NFL snap altogether!! Woot woot!!! Bridgewater played in one game that I think might have been meaningful for seeding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sourceworx Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 4 minutes ago, UnitedWhofans said: TBF, that's what was said of Drew Brees I get what you're saying, but they didn't almost cut Brees' arm off. Bridgewater had a similar injury to the one that derailed Daunte Culpepper's career. In fact, Bridgewater's was even worse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JiFtheOracle Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 4 minutes ago, UnitedWhofans said: Bridgewater played in one game that I think might have been meaningful for seeding. They put him in a blowout, if I'm not mistaken, handed off like 5 times, threw 2 passes, one a pick and then kneeled 3 times at the end of the game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crusher Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 24 minutes ago, RutgersJetFan said: I have no problem with this. We should definitely hang our hopes on a guy that almost had his leg amputated and hasn't been able to play football for 2 years. I keep hearing this here. I never realized he was hurt that bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augustiniak Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 1 minute ago, JiF said: They put him in a blowout, if I'm not mistaken, handed off like twice, threw a pick and then kneeled 3 times at the end of the game. how did his knee respond to the kneeling - which knee did he lean on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnitedWhofans Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 1 minute ago, sourceworx said: I get what you're saying, but they didn't almost cut Brees' arm off. Bridgewater had a similar injury to the one that derailed Daunte Culpepper's career. In fact, Bridgewater's was even worse. I did not hear that. Didn't DeShaun Watson have the same type of injury? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sourceworx Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 2 minutes ago, UnitedWhofans said: I did not hear that. Didn't DeShaun Watson have the same type of injury? Watson tore just his ACL, if I am not mistaken. Bridgewater tore basically every ligament in his knee. It was much more severe than Watson's injury. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Harper Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 9 minutes ago, sourceworx said: Damaged goods. Pass. I haven't done a review but it seems like most QBs who have very serious knee injuries do not come back just as strong. Am I wrong? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warfish Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 Bridgewater/Jackson. Just wait and see..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chirorob Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 11 minutes ago, UnitedWhofans said: TBF, that's what was said of Drew Brees He didn't miss 2 years of football. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nycdan Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 4 minutes ago, UnitedWhofans said: I did not hear that. Didn't DeShaun Watson have the same type of injury? Not at all. Watson was a fairly typical torn ACL. Bad, but repairable and while there is higher risk of retear, most athletes today make a full recovery in about a year post-surgery. Bridgewater had a torn ACL but also a dislocated knee and other structural damage which, as I understand it, damages nerves and cuts off blood supply and is why he almost lost the leg. The training staff was instrumental in saving the leg with their quick reaction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnitedWhofans Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 Just now, nycdan said: Not at all. Watson was a fairly typical torn ACL. Bad, but repairable and while there is higher risk of retear, most athletes today make a full recovery in about a year post-surgery. Bridgewater had a torn ACL but also a dislocated knee and other structural damage which, as I understand it, damages nerves and cuts off blood supply and is why he almost lost the leg. The training staff was instrumental in saving the leg with their quick reaction. OK. That changes things. I didnt know it was that severe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
long suffering jets fan Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 1 hour ago, chirorob said: If the Jets do that, that'll make 2 years in a row I don't watch a whole game. Come on. Get Cousins or draft someone. Not a guy who had his leg fall off in a non contact drill. You can do both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sully80 Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 41 minutes ago, UnitedWhofans said: OK. That changes things. I didnt know it was that severe Yea from what I remember there was real concern that he could've died on the field that day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe W. Namath Posted March 5, 2018 Share Posted March 5, 2018 IF Mac and Bowles want to get fired, signing teddy bridewater is the best thing they could do this offseason. Hes terrible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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