'You are horrible': Rex Ryan rips into Ashton Jeanty after Raiders RB's Jets criticism
- On Sunday, former New York Jets coach Rex Ryan criticized Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty on ESPN's 'Sunday NFL Countdown' for recent comments questioning the Jets' defensive tackling ability.
- Earlier this week, Jeanty sparked controversy by telling reporters some New York defenders 'don't really want to tackle,' aiming his criticism at the struggling Jets defense ahead of their Sunday matchup.
- Ryan, 63, called the running back 'soft as Charmin' and labeled him 'about the worst draft pick in the last 20 years,' highlighting Jeanty's 3.1 yards per carry average this season.
- While praising Jets linebacker Demario Davis' tackling, Ryan emphasized Jeanty's comments provided ammunition for the opponent, adding unexpected intensity to the Week 8 matchup between rebuilding AFC teams.
- Today, Jeanty has an immediate opportunity to respond to Ryan's challenge through his on-field performance as the Raiders and Jets face off at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
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Rex Ryan shreds Raiders' Ashton Jeanty for comments on Jets' defense: 'You are horrible'
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty drew sharp criticism this week for taking a shot at the New York Jets’ defense ahead of facing the team, but none was stronger than a rant from ESPN’s Rex Ryan on Sunday morning. On Wednesday, Jeanty said that New York’s defenders “don’t really want to tackle.” During…
Rex Ryan obliterates 'soft' Ashton Jeanty
Rex Ryan went nuclear on Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty over some comments Jeanty made about the New York Jets. Jeanty made comments during the week about the Jets defense, claiming they have players on the unit that “don’t really want to tackle.” On ESPN’s “NFL Countdown,” Ryan was unimpressed that Jeanty would …
Boise State Legend Ashton Jeanty Receives Scathing Message From Rex Ryan: ‘You Stink’
The Boise State Broncos watched Ashton Jeanty become one of college football’s most celebrated running backs. Now, their former star is facing criticism from Rex Ryan that went well beyond an ordinary discussion about his NFL production. The ESPN analyst questioned Jeanty’s toughness, dismissed his performance and delivered a personal challenge before the Raiders faced […]
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