Archives for September 20, 2013

‘”I think they’ve been playing well, I think they’ve done a nice job,” Marrone said of his tackles. “They’re going to be challenged each week. They need to get better and develop. I feel fortunate that I’m able to work with them every day in individual and watch that development personally.”‘

‘Marrone is bound to make mistakes, but there’s an admirable authenticity to him that leads you to believe he’s the right fit for Buffalo, N.Y., even if he fails for the Buffalo Bills. He was born and raised in the Bronx, but he’s not pushy and arrogant like many New Yorkers who roll into town thinking they have the answers for us bumpkins.’

‘”I always supported him in college,” Smith said this week. “When he got drafted by the Bills, I gave him a handshake and a hug and congratulated him. It was a great night for us both and our families.”‘

‘The state’s recent announcement that it would transform land on the outer harbor into a state park hasn’t stopped proponents of a sports stadium and entertainment complex from pursuing an option on the land.’

‘”That was one of the things we talked about when he got here, him being able to come in right away and contribute,” said Bills running back Fred Jackson. “I talked to Ike (Hilliard, the Bills’ receivers coach) and he said, ‘This guy’s going to be really good for us.’ “‘

‘The fact the Jets did not pounce on Smith with one of their first-round picks is a clear indication they were not 100 percent sure of him as their future quarterback The Bills, however, never wavered on Manuel, whom they targeted all along.’

‘”I don’t want to set that precedent and I told the players that. I said the reason why I’m doing it is I’m needed by a wife and kids and the players were like, ‘Coach, we’ll practice in the afternoon. Do what you have to do.’ ”

‘”Mario’s one of those guys that kinda has it all, one of those dual guys who can give you a good speed rush from the outside, get your edge, as well he’s strong, so he can give you good power,” Howard said. “He has a lot of mobility, a lot of strength.”‘

‘”I’m familiar with Spiller,” Allen said. “He’s still talented to this day. He’s still the same guy to me (as he was in high school). I think you’ve just got to hit him in the mouth. Nobody likes to get hit in the mouth. Be aggressive with him, be physical and that should take care of it. You’ve just got to hit him in the mouth. Since high school, he’s been that type of guy. If you hit him in the mouth, he’s always looking for you once you lay that wood on him one time. He’ll be looking for you next time.”‘

‘”The way he gets off the line, he just has nice, subtle quickness,” said the Jets safety Antonio Allen. “You’ve just got to keep your eyes on him at all times. He’s real slippery.”‘

‘”C.J. Spiller uses his speed to get around the edge,” S Jaiquawn Jarrett said. “We have to do our job as a defense and make sure that we know our assignments, we’re in the right position, and we make the plays.”‘

Jets Are Taking a Pass on the Running Game (New York Times)

NY Jets receivers catching flak from coaches (New York Daily News)

Rex Ryan and NY Jets need to give Dee Milliner a chance (New York Daily News)

Arrest warrant issued in New Jersey for ex-Jets running back Joe McKnight (New York Daily News)

Cromartie: Hip injury won’t hinder me from stopping Johnson (New York Post)

Jets’ Colon upset with $35K fine for bumping official (New York Post)

Rex: Simms no threat to Geno as Jets starter (New York Post)

Marrone coaching Bills with heavy heart (New York Post)

Mario a monster matchup for Jets’ Howard (New York Post)

Bills rookie QB can make Jets pay for passing on him (New York Post)

Jets lineman: ‘We can take the division’ (New York Post)

Jets wide receivers coach: Drops ‘unacceptable’ (New York Post)

Marty Mornhinweg gradually learning about Geno Smith (New York Newsday)

Willie Colon to appeal $35,000 fine (New York Newsday)

Jets offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg trying to find balance between run and pass (Newark Star Ledger)

Dennis Thurman explains reasoning behind benching Dee Milliner (Newark Star Ledger)

Jets safety Antonio Allen on how to slow Bills running back C.J. Spiller: ‘Hit him in the mouth’ (Newark Star Ledger)

Steve Johnson presents ‘unique’ challenge for Jets secondary (Newark Star Ledger)

Jets injury updates: Full roster practices, but Oday Aboushi gets hurt (Newark Star Ledger)

Three matchups to watch for the Jets as they face the Bills (Newark Star Ledger)

Jets trying to keep rookie’s confidence high (Bergen Record)

Rex Ryan doesn’t see Matt Simms as a starter (Bergen Record)

Gang should be all-in with Geno (ESPN New York)

Jets O-line’s task: stopping Bills’ Super Mario (AP)

AP source: Jets’ Colon fined $34,125 by NFL (AP)

Jets Need To Accept The Fact That Geno Is The Ballgame (WFAN-AM)

‘Jets-Style Ball’ Needed vs. Spiller/Jackson (NewYorkJets.com)

Jets Attack Drops with JUGS Work, Video Review (NewYorkJets.com)

On Offense I’d Like to Be Close to Balanced (NewYorkJets.com)

Gameday Guide: 9/22 Jets Vs. Bills (NewYorkJets.com)

Jets Present Check to Newark Pop Warner League (NewYorkJets.com)

”’God touched this guy,” Jets coach Rex Ryan said. ”Like, gave him unbelievable gifts. He’s got the height, the size, the length, the arms, the speed. That’s kind of what jumps out.’

‘Bills 20, Jets 19.’

‘The Jets’ offense is a significant work in process, but the defense has been outstanding. Allowing just 59.5 rushing yards per game, they have the better ability to force the Bills into a one-dimensional attack and take advantage of a rookie quarterback.’