Do you think Rex Ryan gets a little green with envy when preparing for Jim Harbaugh's San Francisco 49ers?Since his introduction as Jets head coach prior to the 2010 season, Ryan has envisioned his team in a certain way: defensively labeled as a hard-nosed, smash-mouth unit that creates turnovers and beats up the quarterback -- and if they put a few players on their ass, no one would be complaining. Offensively, Ryan has always wanted to establish the run, or as he aptly calls it "ground & pound", whether the opponent knows it or not while the quarterback is efficient...
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After his record-breaking 2011 season during which he hauled in 17 touchdown receptions, most people feel as though Rob Gronkowski is the best all-around tight end in the NFL. Rex Ryan disagrees. With a matchup looming against the Niners this weekend, Ryan made it clear during a conference call on Wednesday that he believes Vernon Davis is the best in the NFL at his position.
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Rex Ryan holds off putting Revis on the IR because of Super Bowl Chances
Rex Ryan simply just cannot help himself at times. Even after apparently eating a slice of humble pie when it comes to his brash Super Bowl predictions, he goes out of his way and makes not 1 but 2 ultra bold predictions.
When asked about putting  Revis on the Injury Reserve list Ryan said heâs holding out for the quote â0.0002 percent chance that he could play in a Super Bowlâ...
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Darrelle Revis Injury May Save Rex Ryan's Job
When Darrelle Revis lay on the turf at Sun Life Stadium Sunday clutching his knee in pain, the worst fears of New York Jets head coach Rex Ryan were being realized. But in a strange twist, the season ending injury to the star cornerback may in fact have been a blessing in disguise for the bombastic Ryan, whose bold predictions of Super Bowl victories in the past have helped to...
Stephen Hill: Iffy for Sunday
Stephen Hill: Coach Rex Ryan said that Hill (hamstring) is âlooking doubtfulâ for Sundayâs game against the 49ers, Seth Walder of the Daily News reports.
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Rex Ryan: Vernon Davis, Not Rob Gronkowski, Is the Best Tight End In the NFL
If I didnât think New York Jets head coach Rex Ryan was taking a shot at the New England Patriots, I might believe he believes what heâs saying.
The New York Post is reporting that Ryan stated to the San Francisco press that he will face the toughest tight end in the NFL this year, he just doesnât play for New England. Yes people, itâs not Rob Gronkowski, itâsÂ...
Jets not ready to rule out Revis for season
Rex Ryan says the New York Jets are not ready to place star cornerback Darrelle Revis on season-ending injured reserve in case he recovers from a torn knee ligament in time to play in the Super Bowl.
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Jets RB could play defense with CB Revis out
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Rex Ryan wants to covert Joe McKnight from a RB to CB?
This could be worse move in history of the Rex Ryan era as the New York Jets head coach since 2009.
He wants to covert Joe McKnight from running back to cornerback? This move doesn't make anysense at all.
I know Joe McKnight played cornerback in high school and some in college for USC, but this is the pros.
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Dustin Keller Expected To Play Week 4
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Harbaugh back after heart procedure
San Francisco 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh is back at work a day after undergoing a minor procedure for an irregular heartbeat.
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Harbaugh, who turns 49 on Dec. 23, was away from the team Thursday for his procedure...
Jets Looking to Strike Gold: 6 Keys vs 49ers
With Dustin Keller returning the the field, the Jets may try to control the middle of the field. Photo Credit: Ed Mulholland, US Presswire
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Jets keeping Revis on active list for now
The New York Jets will not place injured cornerback Darrelle Revis on the injured/reserved list yet, just in case there is a chance he can return from knee surgery this season, coach Rex Ryan said on ESPN New York Friday. Revis tore his left anterior cruciate ligament last Sunday against the host Miami Dolphins. He will not have surgery for a few more weeks because doctors want...
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It was not the sunniest of days for the San Francisco 49ers.
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Is The Woodhead-Ridley Combination Working?
When BenJarvus Green-Ellis left in the off-season, a slot opened up for the starting running back. Despite some fumbles, the slot was always going to be filled by Stevan Ridley, and it was no surprise when he was named starter. And after a 100 yard game on opening Sunday against the Tennessee Titans, it looked like the start of something good on the offense.However, I feel like...
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