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Rex Ryan brings history, playmakers and underachieving defense to MetLife

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- Ten things to know about the Buffalo Bills (4-4), the New York Jets' next opponent (Thursday night):

1. The coach needs no introduction. For six years, Rex Ryan was a dominant figure on the New York sports landscape, entertaining fans with his unfiltered personality. He finished with a 46-50 record, plus a 4-2 mark in the playoffs. His tenure can be divided into two chapters. Good Rex: He was 20-12 in his first two seasons, with back-to-back appearances in the AFC Championship Game. Bad Rex: 26-38 over his final four years, with no playoff berths.