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Jets QB Geno Smith forgives IK Enemkpali for punch

Geno Smith figured IK Enemkpali would be a captain all along.

The Jets’ backup quarterback, who had his jaw broken by Enemkpali back in training camp, wasn’t in the least bit shocked that Rex Ryan would make the former Jet a captain for Thursday’s game against Gang Green. And Smith isn’t bothered by it, either.

“I don't know why you guys are acting surprised,” Smith said Tuesday. “I don’t think you are surprised. No one should be surprised by that,” Smith said. “I don’t take it personal.

Why not take it personally, he was asked?

“Why would I?