Pettine gets 3-year deal as Jets DC

J-E-F-F · 01-21-2009, 03:40 AM

I'm a Jets fan for 36 years now, and I'm happy to say it's the first time I've known a coach on their staff personally. I've known Mike Pettine since 1991, and I know we're getting a quality guy. I work at a newspaper in his hometown, and I covered many games when he was the coach of high school teams in our area. He's a good guy and a very intelligent, hard-working and dedicated guy. His father was one of the greatest high school coaches ever, and he was Mike's biggest influence.

Mike went to Virginia as a QB, but got switched to DB when it was obvious he wouldn't beat out Don Majkowski. He roomed with ex-Jets first-round pick Jeff Lageman one year at Virginia. For what it's worth, he has a brother-in-law who is a diehard Jets fan. He bypassed a chance to come to the Jets when Donnie Henderson asked him to be on his staff, because he felt more security sticking with Brian Billick. In the last couple of years, he became the right-hand man of Rex Ryan. John Harbaugh never even bothered to offer the DC job to Mike, because he knew Mike's primary goal was to align himself with Rex Ryan. They believe in each other a great deal and they're both very hard workers. I'm prejudiced, but I think this is going to work out great for us.

Below is a link to the story in our newspaper, which comes out of suburban Philadelphia. I realize all the New York papers will have it today, too, but here's ours:

[url]http://www.phillyburbs.com/news/local/courier_times/courier_times_news_details/article/119/2009/january/21/pettine-joins-ryan-sources-say-the-central-bucks-west-grad-will-receive-a-three-year-deal-to-serve-a.html[/url]

RaoulDuke · 01-21-2009, 03:49 AM

[QUOTE=J-E-F-F;2980763]I'm a Jets fan for 36 years now, and I'm happy to say it's the first time I've known a coach on their staff personally. I've known Mike Pettine since 1991, and I know we're getting a quality guy. I work at a newspaper in his hometown, and I covered many games when he was the coach of high school teams in our area. He's a good guy and a very intelligent, hard-working and dedicated guy. His father was one of the greatest high school coaches ever, and he was Mike's biggest influence.

Mike went to Virginia as a QB, but got switched to DB when it was obvious he wouldn't beat out Don Majkowski. He roomed with ex-Jets first-round pick Jeff Lageman one year at Virginia. For what it's worth, he has a brother-in-law who is a diehard Jets fan. He bypassed a chance to come to the Jets when Donnie Henderson asked him to be on his staff, because he felt more security sticking with Brian Billick. In the last couple of years, he became the right-hand man of Rex Ryan. John Harbaugh never even bothered to offer the DC job to Mike, because he knew Mike's primary goal was to align himself with Rex Ryan. They believe in each other a great deal and they're both very hard workers. I'm prejudiced, but I think this is going to work out great for us.

Below is a link to the story in our newspaper, which comes out of suburban Philadelphia. I realize all the New York papers will have it today, too, but here's ours:

[url]http://www.phillyburbs.com/news/local/courier_times/courier_times_news_details/article/119/2009/january/21/pettine-joins-ryan-sources-say-the-central-bucks-west-grad-will-receive-a-three-year-deal-to-serve-a.html[/url][/QUOTE]
Excellent sources if it's true cuz I can't find the info anywhere.

Sutton is out then, Pettine is in. :rockon:

J-E-F-F · 01-21-2009, 03:54 AM

I don't want to get into to much info, because the Jets didn't want Mike to say anything until later today. Mike told the guy who wrote this story that he's taking a flight to New York at 6 a.m. today, and that Rex told him to bring a week's worth of clothes with him. This is a done deal. They just don't want to announce it until today, and we didn't want Mike to get off on the wrong foot with the organization.

RaoulDuke · 01-21-2009, 04:02 AM

NFL, ESPN, NYT and the Post haven't called it. If it's true, your word is gold :thumbup:

So Sutton is fired?

Chica me Tipo · 01-21-2009, 04:02 AM

From what I heard/understand, this is a good hire.

Nice to be done with Sutton.

J-E-F-F · 01-21-2009, 04:14 AM

Honestly, I don't know whether Sutton is fired. I just know he's out as the defensive coordinator, because that's going to be Mike Pettine. Whether he stays on as a linebackers coach, I don't know. I thought the most interesting thing from the story I linked is that Mike Pettine is likely the only defensive coach coming over from the Ravens. Of course, NFL coaches have a gentlemen's agreement to not stand in the way of promotions with another team. (Bill Belichick is not a gentleman, which is why he did not endorse Eric Mangini's hire by the Jets, but I digress.) Since a guy like Mark Carrier would have been going from being DB coach of the Ravens to DB coach of the Jets, it is a lateral move. The Ravens could block lateral moves. They didn't block Mike Pettine's move because it was a clear promotion.

RaoulDuke · 01-21-2009, 04:16 AM

[QUOTE=J-E-F-F;2980770]Honestly, I don't know whether Sutton is fired. I just know he's out as the defensive coordinator, because that's going to be Mike Pettine. Whether he stays on as a linebackers coach, I don't know. I thought the most interesting thing from the story I linked is that Mike Pettine is likely the only defensive coach coming over from the Ravens. Of course, NFL coaches have a gentlemen's agreement to not stand in the way of promotions with another team. (Bill Belichick is not a gentleman, which is why he did not endorse Eric Mangini's hire by the Jets, but I digress.) Since a guy like Mark Carrier would have been going from being DB coach of the Ravens to DB coach of the Jets, it is a lateral move. The Ravens could block lateral moves. They didn't block Mike Pettine's move because it was a clear promotion.[/QUOTE]
I posted the link on another Jets site to share info. Hope you don't mind.

mrcoops · 01-21-2009, 05:02 AM

Nice find. Excellent news. Rex gets a trusted right-hand man to handle on his D, while Rex has one eye on the big picture.

I expect that Rex will still be very involved in the D on gamedays, but it's good to know he has a guy who he trusts to help run his schemes.

Tyler Durden · 01-21-2009, 05:10 AM

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Ohio State NY Jets fan · 01-21-2009, 06:22 AM

Great story, Thanks for the post and hope this continues since it is nice to get real news about the team, this move was expected based on the relationship but good to see in writing

alos like that Rex is not raiding the ravens staff, respect

hatnlvr · 01-21-2009, 06:25 AM

Great to hear! With Pettine coming on board with Rex there will be consistency in the system and play calling. It will be interesting to see how things develop with FA's and the draft now.

Mainejet · 01-21-2009, 06:50 AM

[QUOTE=J-E-F-F;2980763]I'm a Jets fan for 36 years now, and I'm happy to say it's the first time I've known a coach on their staff personally. I've known Mike Pettine since 1991, and I know we're getting a quality guy. I work at a newspaper in his hometown, and I covered many games when he was the coach of high school teams in our area. He's a good guy and a very intelligent, hard-working and dedicated guy. His father was one of the greatest high school coaches ever, and he was Mike's biggest influence.

Mike went to Virginia as a QB, but got switched to DB when it was obvious he wouldn't beat out Don Majkowski. He roomed with ex-Jets first-round pick Jeff Lageman one year at Virginia. For what it's worth, he has a brother-in-law who is a diehard Jets fan. He bypassed a chance to come to the Jets when Donnie Henderson asked him to be on his staff, because he felt more security sticking with Brian Billick. In the last couple of years, he became the right-hand man of Rex Ryan. John Harbaugh never even bothered to offer the DC job to Mike, because he knew Mike's primary goal was to align himself with Rex Ryan. They believe in each other a great deal and they're both very hard workers. I'm prejudiced, but I think this is going to work out great for us.

Below is a link to the story in our newspaper, which comes out of suburban Philadelphia. I realize all the New York papers will have it today, too, but here's ours:

[url]http://www.phillyburbs.com/news/local/courier_times/courier_times_news_details/article/119/2009/january/21/pettine-joins-ryan-sources-say-the-central-bucks-west-grad-will-receive-a-three-year-deal-to-serve-a.html[/url][/QUOTE]

Nice read Jeff and welcome to the best Jets site on the web......

32green · 01-21-2009, 07:12 AM

Nice scoopage!

Very encouraging news.

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el_dub80 · 01-21-2009, 07:30 AM

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I like it - thanks for the info Jeff :yes:

JediJustin · 01-21-2009, 08:28 AM

Any news that suggests the departure of Sutton is good news in my book.

Throw in the fact that Pettine has close ties with Ryan, and it becomes great news. :yes:

jetswin · 01-21-2009, 08:41 AM

[quote=J-E-F-F;2980763]I'm a Jets fan for 36 years now, and I'm happy to say it's the first time I've known a coach on their staff personally. I've known Mike Pettine since 1991, and I know we're getting a quality guy....

[URL]http://www.phillyburbs.com/news/local/courier_times/courier_times_news_details/article/119/2009/january/21/pettine-joins-ryan-sources-say-the-central-bucks-west-grad-will-receive-a-three-year-deal-to-serve-a.html[/URL][/quote]
Thanks for your insight Jeff, nice to hear good things about the man from someone who knows him. Interesting that he will reportedly get a 3 year deal with Ryan reportedly getting a 4 year deal, I'm not sure if that is SOP or not.

chesapeakejet · 01-21-2009, 08:46 AM

[QUOTE=RaoulDuke;2980771]I posted the link on another Jets site to share info. Hope you don't mind.[/QUOTE]

Nah, he just won't share anymore info with us, ever again!!!! Way to go Frenchie!!! :D

Btw, thanks Jeff for the post. Good info!

ArmyJets04 · 01-21-2009, 08:49 AM

Thank God Sutton is GONE. Won't miss the 3-man rush prevent defense.

Phoenixx · 01-21-2009, 09:10 AM

"ESPN'S Senior NFL Reporter Chris Mortensen has learned that Mike Pettine will be joining Rex Ryan's staff by agreeing to become the Jets new Defensive Coordinator."

You just know they will be taking credit and that will be scrolling across the bottom of the screen.

01-21-2009, 03:40 AM	#1
J-E-F-F Let the rebuilding begin Undrafted Free Agent Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Langhorne, PA Posts: 164	Pettine gets 3-year deal as Jets DC I'm a Jets fan for 36 years now, and I'm happy to say it's the first time I've known a coach on their staff personally. I've known Mike Pettine since 1991, and I know we're getting a quality guy. I work at a newspaper in his hometown, and I covered many games when he was the coach of high school teams in our area. He's a good guy and a very intelligent, hard-working and dedicated guy. His father was one of the greatest high school coaches ever, and he was Mike's biggest influence. Mike went to Virginia as a QB, but got switched to DB when it was obvious he wouldn't beat out Don Majkowski. He roomed with ex-Jets first-round pick Jeff Lageman one year at Virginia. For what it's worth, he has a brother-in-law who is a diehard Jets fan. He bypassed a chance to come to the Jets when Donnie Henderson asked him to be on his staff, because he felt more security sticking with Brian Billick. In the last couple of years, he became the right-hand man of Rex Ryan. John Harbaugh never even bothered to offer the DC job to Mike, because he knew Mike's primary goal was to align himself with Rex Ryan. They believe in each other a great deal and they're both very hard workers. I'm prejudiced, but I think this is going to work out great for us. Below is a link to the story in our newspaper, which comes out of suburban Philadelphia. I realize all the New York papers will have it today, too, but here's ours: [url]http://www.phillyburbs.com/news/local/courier_times/courier_times_news_details/article/119/2009/january/21/pettine-joins-ryan-sources-say-the-central-bucks-west-grad-will-receive-a-three-year-deal-to-serve-a.html[/url]

01-21-2009, 03:49 AM	#2
RaoulDuke Son of Ham Hall Of Fame Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Paris, France Posts: 11,891	[QUOTE=J-E-F-F;2980763]I'm a Jets fan for 36 years now, and I'm happy to say it's the first time I've known a coach on their staff personally. I've known Mike Pettine since 1991, and I know we're getting a quality guy. I work at a newspaper in his hometown, and I covered many games when he was the coach of high school teams in our area. He's a good guy and a very intelligent, hard-working and dedicated guy. His father was one of the greatest high school coaches ever, and he was Mike's biggest influence. Mike went to Virginia as a QB, but got switched to DB when it was obvious he wouldn't beat out Don Majkowski. He roomed with ex-Jets first-round pick Jeff Lageman one year at Virginia. For what it's worth, he has a brother-in-law who is a diehard Jets fan. He bypassed a chance to come to the Jets when Donnie Henderson asked him to be on his staff, because he felt more security sticking with Brian Billick. In the last couple of years, he became the right-hand man of Rex Ryan. John Harbaugh never even bothered to offer the DC job to Mike, because he knew Mike's primary goal was to align himself with Rex Ryan. They believe in each other a great deal and they're both very hard workers. I'm prejudiced, but I think this is going to work out great for us. Below is a link to the story in our newspaper, which comes out of suburban Philadelphia. I realize all the New York papers will have it today, too, but here's ours: [url]http://www.phillyburbs.com/news/local/courier_times/courier_times_news_details/article/119/2009/january/21/pettine-joins-ryan-sources-say-the-central-bucks-west-grad-will-receive-a-three-year-deal-to-serve-a.html[/url][/QUOTE] Excellent sources if it's true cuz I can't find the info anywhere. Sutton is out then, Pettine is in. :rockon:

01-21-2009, 03:54 AM	#3
J-E-F-F Let the rebuilding begin Undrafted Free Agent Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Langhorne, PA Posts: 164	I don't want to get into to much info, because the Jets didn't want Mike to say anything until later today. Mike told the guy who wrote this story that he's taking a flight to New York at 6 a.m. today, and that Rex told him to bring a week's worth of clothes with him. This is a done deal. They just don't want to announce it until today, and we didn't want Mike to get off on the wrong foot with the organization.

01-21-2009, 04:02 AM	#4
RaoulDuke Son of Ham Hall Of Fame Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Paris, France Posts: 11,891	NFL, ESPN, NYT and the Post haven't called it. If it's true, your word is gold :thumbup: So Sutton is fired?

01-21-2009, 04:02 AM	#5
Chica me Tipo endorsing Braylon Edwards. Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 5,826	From what I heard/understand, this is a good hire. Nice to be done with Sutton.

01-21-2009, 04:14 AM	#6
J-E-F-F Let the rebuilding begin Undrafted Free Agent Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Langhorne, PA Posts: 164	Honestly, I don't know whether Sutton is fired. I just know he's out as the defensive coordinator, because that's going to be Mike Pettine. Whether he stays on as a linebackers coach, I don't know. I thought the most interesting thing from the story I linked is that Mike Pettine is likely the only defensive coach coming over from the Ravens. Of course, NFL coaches have a gentlemen's agreement to not stand in the way of promotions with another team. (Bill Belichick is not a gentleman, which is why he did not endorse Eric Mangini's hire by the Jets, but I digress.) Since a guy like Mark Carrier would have been going from being DB coach of the Ravens to DB coach of the Jets, it is a lateral move. The Ravens could block lateral moves. They didn't block Mike Pettine's move because it was a clear promotion.

01-21-2009, 04:16 AM	#7
RaoulDuke Son of Ham Hall Of Fame Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Paris, France Posts: 11,891	[QUOTE=J-E-F-F;2980770]Honestly, I don't know whether Sutton is fired. I just know he's out as the defensive coordinator, because that's going to be Mike Pettine. Whether he stays on as a linebackers coach, I don't know. I thought the most interesting thing from the story I linked is that Mike Pettine is likely the only defensive coach coming over from the Ravens. Of course, NFL coaches have a gentlemen's agreement to not stand in the way of promotions with another team. (Bill Belichick is not a gentleman, which is why he did not endorse Eric Mangini's hire by the Jets, but I digress.) Since a guy like Mark Carrier would have been going from being DB coach of the Ravens to DB coach of the Jets, it is a lateral move. The Ravens could block lateral moves. They didn't block Mike Pettine's move because it was a clear promotion.[/QUOTE] I posted the link on another Jets site to share info. Hope you don't mind.

01-21-2009, 05:02 AM	#8
mrcoops sleepy All Pro Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Edinburgh, Scotland Posts: 5,499	Nice find. Excellent news. Rex gets a trusted right-hand man to handle on his D, while Rex has one eye on the big picture. I expect that Rex will still be very involved in the D on gamedays, but it's good to know he has a guy who he trusts to help run his schemes.

01-21-2009, 05:10 AM	#9
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01-21-2009, 06:22 AM	#10
Ohio State NY Jets fan Veteran Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 1,993	Great story, Thanks for the post and hope this continues since it is nice to get real news about the team, this move was expected based on the relationship but good to see in writing alos like that Rex is not raiding the ravens staff, respect

01-21-2009, 06:25 AM	#11
hatnlvr Jets Fan for Life! All Pro Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 5,271	Great to hear! With Pettine coming on board with Rex there will be consistency in the system and play calling. It will be interesting to see how things develop with FA's and the draft now.

01-21-2009, 06:50 AM	#12
Mainejet impatiently waiting for the Jets to win the SB Hall Of Fame Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 12,053	[QUOTE=J-E-F-F;2980763]I'm a Jets fan for 36 years now, and I'm happy to say it's the first time I've known a coach on their staff personally. I've known Mike Pettine since 1991, and I know we're getting a quality guy. I work at a newspaper in his hometown, and I covered many games when he was the coach of high school teams in our area. He's a good guy and a very intelligent, hard-working and dedicated guy. His father was one of the greatest high school coaches ever, and he was Mike's biggest influence. Mike went to Virginia as a QB, but got switched to DB when it was obvious he wouldn't beat out Don Majkowski. He roomed with ex-Jets first-round pick Jeff Lageman one year at Virginia. For what it's worth, he has a brother-in-law who is a diehard Jets fan. He bypassed a chance to come to the Jets when Donnie Henderson asked him to be on his staff, because he felt more security sticking with Brian Billick. In the last couple of years, he became the right-hand man of Rex Ryan. John Harbaugh never even bothered to offer the DC job to Mike, because he knew Mike's primary goal was to align himself with Rex Ryan. They believe in each other a great deal and they're both very hard workers. I'm prejudiced, but I think this is going to work out great for us. Below is a link to the story in our newspaper, which comes out of suburban Philadelphia. I realize all the New York papers will have it today, too, but here's ours: [url]http://www.phillyburbs.com/news/local/courier_times/courier_times_news_details/article/119/2009/january/21/pettine-joins-ryan-sources-say-the-central-bucks-west-grad-will-receive-a-three-year-deal-to-serve-a.html[/url][/QUOTE] Nice read Jeff and welcome to the best Jets site on the web......

01-21-2009, 07:12 AM	#13
32green neerg23 Board Moderator Jets Insider VIP JetsInsider.com Legend Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: The depths of Despair. Posts: 37,703	Nice scoopage! Very encouraging news.

01-21-2009, 07:21 AM	#14
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01-21-2009, 07:30 AM	#15
el_dub80 With the 1st pick of the 2014 draft, the NY Jets select ... All Pro Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 6,294	[QUOTE=ljr@work;2980798][SIZE="7"][B][COLOR="SeaGreen"]... J - E - F - F ... JEFF, JEFF, JEFF !!! ... [/COLOR][/B][/SIZE] l_j_r[/QUOTE] I like it - thanks for the info Jeff :yes:

01-21-2009, 08:28 AM	#16
JediJustin Jets Insider VIP Formerly RidgeJetsFan Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Ridge, Long Island Posts: 2,258	Any news that suggests the departure of Sutton is good news in my book. Throw in the fact that Pettine has close ties with Ryan, and it becomes great news. :yes:

01-21-2009, 08:41 AM	#17
jetswin stumblin mumblin butt fumblin Board Moderator Jets Insider VIP JetsInsider.com Legend Charter JI Member Join Date: May 1999 Location: Westchester Co. Posts: 35,514	[quote=J-E-F-F;2980763]I'm a Jets fan for 36 years now, and I'm happy to say it's the first time I've known a coach on their staff personally. I've known Mike Pettine since 1991, and I know we're getting a quality guy.... [URL]http://www.phillyburbs.com/news/local/courier_times/courier_times_news_details/article/119/2009/january/21/pettine-joins-ryan-sources-say-the-central-bucks-west-grad-will-receive-a-three-year-deal-to-serve-a.html[/URL][/quote] Thanks for your insight Jeff, nice to hear good things about the man from someone who knows him. Interesting that he will reportedly get a 3 year deal with Ryan reportedly getting a 4 year deal, I'm not sure if that is SOP or not.

01-21-2009, 08:46 AM	#18
chesapeakejet is a geek who loves football boardgames. Schluberator & Gadfly ® Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Virginia Posts: 24,514	[QUOTE=RaoulDuke;2980771]I posted the link on another Jets site to share info. Hope you don't mind.[/QUOTE] Nah, he just won't share anymore info with us, ever again!!!! Way to go Frenchie!!! :D Btw, thanks Jeff for the post. Good info!

01-21-2009, 08:49 AM	#19
ArmyJets04 All Pro Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Elizabeth, NJ Posts: 1,757	Thank God Sutton is GONE. Won't miss the 3-man rush prevent defense.

01-21-2009, 09:10 AM	#20
Phoenixx Hall Of Fame Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Fairfield County, CT Posts: 6,870	"ESPN'S Senior NFL Reporter Chris Mortensen has learned that Mike Pettine will be joining Rex Ryan's staff by agreeing to become the Jets new Defensive Coordinator." You just know they will be taking credit and that will be scrolling across the bottom of the screen.