Though Michael Vick has been telling the media that Geno Smith is the New York Jets starting quarterback, nobody really believed him. As a member of the Philadelphia Eagles, Vick often said publicly that he’s a starting quarterback and refuses to take a backup role. Well it looks like the real Vick is back with these latest comments.
NFL: Michael Vick Says Geno Smith is the Jets Starting Quarterback
When the New York Jets signed quarterback Michael Vick it was assumed it would be a big battle between he and Geno Smith for the starting QB position. According to Vick however that is not the case.
NFL: Michael Vick Changes His Mind & Decides to Wear This Number Instead
Michael Vick signed a contract with the New York Jets but since their quarterback Geno Smith already has the No. 7, Vick had to pick a new number. He initially decided to go with the No. 8 and had a really good reason why, in dedication to Steve Young. He then changed his mind and picked a new number.
NFL: Michael Vick vs. Geno Smith — Guess Who Will Wear #7 For The Jets?!
Last week after Michael Vick signed with the Jets, many realized that there could be an issue with jersey no. 7. Geno Smith has been rocking it with the Jets and Michael Vick has always rocked it (from high school to Virginia Tech and on both NFL teams he’s played for). So who gets to keep the number?! It’s been worked out. Check out what happened and who will wear it…
NFL: Geno Smith Reacts to the Addition of Michael Vick to the NY Jets
It isn’t the New York Jets if there isn’t some quarterback drama spewing lately. Last season rookie quarterback Geno Smith beat out an injured and tanking Mark Sanchez for the starting spot. Now in his second year the Jets have added veteran QB Michael Vick and once again Smith is in for a battle. When asked about the acquisition however Smith was elated so if he’s nervous about losing his starting quarterback status, he’s doing a good job of hiding it… so far.
NFL: Report, Michael Vick May Sign With Jets Today, But There Is A BIG Issue
From the sounds of reports around the NFL, when Michael Vick visits the New York Jets today he is pretty much expected to sign a deal with the team. There is one thing that might ruin the deal however and it’s all on Vick. We may think it is petty but Vick is adamant about wearing #7. For those that forgot, current Jets starting quarterback and possible future of the team, Geno Smith, already wears that number. If Vick can not get that number it may seriously be a deal breaker. Hit the jump.
