Columbia Jet Fan Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 New York Jets quarterback Chad Pennington is reportedly telling those close to him that he does not think he will play Sunday against the Baltimore Ravens, opening the door for Kellen Clemens to get his first start, the Star-Ledger of Newark, N.J. reported, citing an anonymous source. Pennington sustained what appeared to be an ankle injury in the third quarter of the New England Patriots' 38-14 rout of the Jets on Sunday and limped off the field as some Jets fans appeared to cheer his injury. He returned to the game for one offensive series, leading the Jets on a scoring drive, but sat out the rest of the game as Clemens came on in relief. "Chad doesn't think he could play this week," the source told the Star-Ledger on Tuesday. "He said the ankle is really sore. He wants to play and he's going to give it a try, but he doesn't think he's going to play." The Jets have acknowledged Pennington's ankle is hurt -- but that's about all the team is saying. "It is the ankle, same as what was announced during the game," coach Eric Mangini said Monday. "We'll review it during the course of the week, like we do every injury situation." "Chad's an integral part of this team," Clemens said. "He's a long way from out right now. It's important having him around for his leadership, his ability and just the experience that he brings to this football team." Clemens, in his second year from Oregon, was impressive in the preseason, moving up from No. 3 to No. 2 on the depth chart while going 30-of-41 for 364 yards and four touchdowns. On Sunday, he went 5-of-10 for 35 yards -- a marked improvement on his rookie season, when he appeared in two games and threw only one pass, which was intercepted. "I prepare like I'm going to play, so if my number is called I give them the best opportunity to help the team win," Clemens said. "I'm going to prepare as best as I can and try to be as ready as possible." Labeled a work-in-progress during his rookie season a year ago, Clemens has earned the trust and respect of his teammates after an outstanding training camp. "I think Kellen is prepared," wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery said. "He's prepared the entire offseason, so I wouldn't expect a drop-off. I think we'll be fine and we won't have to make any adjustments, as far as receivers." "I think that Kellen had a very good preseason," Mangini said. "He's made a lot of progress from last year's training camp to this year's training camp and that's why he's our No. 2, where last year he was primarily our No. 3 guy." If he does play against the Ravens' defense, Clemens knows he's in for a tough test. "There's not a lot of weak points in that chain," Clemens said. "They're very talented. They'll be a challenge for us." Information from The Associated Press is included in this report http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3015281 I know this isnt exactly a surprise but this is the first I've heard anything from Chad saying he prob. won't play so I would assume its more or less definite KC will get the start Sunday.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barton Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 Nice, so he sits out for the Ravens and comes back for the cupcake Dolphins the next week and squeaks out a victory. F off Chad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnys025 Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 Nice, so he sits out for the Ravens and comes back for the cupcake Dolphins the next week and squeaks out a victory. F off Chad. Come on now barton, he didn't do so bad last week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUM-KNEE Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 McNair may sit out with a groin pull as well, Boller may start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECURB Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 McNair may sit out with a groin pull as well, Boller may start. AT least that makes it backup QB vs Backup QB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUM-KNEE Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 AT least that makes it backup QB vs Backup QB Yeah, now we just need to stop McGahee. Look for him to get a ton of carries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
124 Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 AT least that makes it backup QB vs Backup QB Kyle Boller has played in a lot of games and has started 34 games going 18-16. He is expierenced and will give the Jets defense more troulbe than "Air McNair" would. Steve McNair right now is on a quick and steap hill of downside. Kellen Clemens meanwhile might be making his 1st ever start against a Top 3 defense. I love Kellen, but I fear he will struggle, as anyone making their first start against Baltimore most likely would. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arsis Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 Kyle Boller has played in a lot of games and has started 34 games going 18-16. He is expierenced and will give the Jets defense more troulbe than "Air McNair" would. Steve McNair right now is on a quick and steap hill of downside. Kellen Clemens meanwhile might be making his 1st ever start against a Top 3 defense. I love Kellen, but I fear he will struggle, as anyone making their first start against Baltimore most likely would. kellen clemens is gonna throw for over 300 yards 4 td's and no int's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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