Ryan, Sparano Split On Tebow's Role

CORTLAND — Nearly every aspect of Tim Tebow’s presence on the Jets has been scrutinized and analyzed by media coverage that has been supersized.

But one intriguing, new possibility came up after the Jets’ 17-6 loss to the Bengals in Friday’s preseason opener. Cincinnati pressured the Jets all night and had five sacks, with the only effective offense coming when Tebow was scrambling away from the rush.

So could Tebow be given a larger role in the offense during the regular season if the Jets’ pass protection falters due to his escape-ability?

“We’re open to anything,” coach Rex Ryan said.

Before anyone gets carried away, it should be pointed out offensive coordinator Tony Sparano was not as amenable to the idea. He cut off the question before it was finished being asked, and then mimicked someone fishing to the reporter who asked it.

“No, not in that situation,” Sparano said. “Mark Sanchez scrambled for a first down the other day, too, which I was impressed with. Mark is a good athlete and he is our quarterback. I thought he has been playing well right now for us, and I don’t see that kind of scenario at all out there.”

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nolafan33 said:

I heard a quote the other day, if you have two quarterbacks that means you don't have a quarterback.

Couldn't agree more.

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nolafan33 said:

I heard a quote the other day, if you have two quarterbacks that means you don't have a quarterback.

Couldn't agree more.

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