Be Careful What You Wish For, New York Dude

Somebody who writes for the Bleacher Report thinks bringing Chris Simms to the Jets is a good way to bridge the gap between the old (Chad Pennington) and the new (according to the author, Eric Ainge).

My solution for the Jets is to trade for Tampa's Chris Simms. He has not played since his spleen surgery in 2006 and has been castigated by Bucs coach Jon Gruden. I don't blame Simms for the fallout, it's all about Gruden asserting his authority. Either way, this kid's talent is being wasted.

Yes, it's all about Gruden and his authority to not play a guy whose last several games have resulted in... no, you know what? Fuck it. I've rehashed the stats too many times. You want Simms? Fucking have him. If you thought Simms was soft when he crumpled after Gruden yelled at him for a couple seconds after a bad play, wait until 80,000 New Yorkers watch him throw a pick to start a game. They'll eat him up like a slice of Famous Ray's original New York style pepperoni pizza -- best in the city! New Yorkers aren't exactly known for their patience and even temperament. They're pretty much known for being incessantly rude douches who are always mad and constantly yell. They know it, too. It's not a secret. Hell, they're proud of it. I think it's on their license plates.

Simms is from New Jersey, has a famous father and he would certainly give this franchise the PR boost it most desperately needs. What have they got to lose?

Games.

I don't know why this guy is so quick to give up on Kellen Clemens. Because of his height? He's 6-2, not exactly Flutie-esque. Simms is only two inches taller, and it hasn't helped him get the ball over the defensive line. The author seems to think Ainge is the future of the Jets. And I agree. Ainge was one of the most NFL-ready quarterbacks to come out this year. He's smart, makes good decisions, is incredibly athletic and is a leader. The only drawback is that he gets sloppy when he has to start throwing on the run. And look how well he's already fitting into New York society.

But, yeah, take Simms. It won't be long before a sixth round pick is adequate compensation for him. Then I can feel better about giving up the same for Brian Griese a couple months ago.