FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (CBSNewYork/AP) — Ryan Fitzpatrick uses his phone to score some chemistry with his New York Jets teammates on and off the field.
LOL?
Nope, it’s more than just silly emojis.
The veteran quarterback regularly sends text messages, videos, voice memos and emails to receivers Brandon Marshall, Eric Decker and just about every other playmaker on offense. It’s all about game plans, game film and thoughts and suggestions for the upcoming week.
“He sends it to us in groups, individually, and it’s constant,” Marshall said Wednesday. “He’s relentless.”
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It’s also working for the Jets, who rank 10th in the NFL in offense behind a 33-year-old quarterback who is on pace for a record-breaking season.