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Bill Belichick talks about going head to head with Rex Ryan 01.10.11 at 12:24 pm ET
By Christopher Price

While Jets coach Rex Ryan says this week is all about Ryan vs. Belichick, it sounds like the Patriots' coach would beg to differ. (AP)

On a Monday afternoon conference call, Patriots coach Bill Belichick addressed Rex Ryan’s point that this week was about “Rex Ryan vs. Bill Belichick,” and not so much Patriots vs. Jets.

“I think he probably … I might have a little quickness on him, he’s probably got a little strength and power on me,” Belichick said when asked about Ryan, his tongue firmly in his cheek. “I don’t think either one of us is making any blocks or tackles or runs or throws or catches. At least, you won’t see me doing that. That’s probably a good thing for our team.

“I just try to coach my team,” Belichick added later. “I don’t worry about what everyone else does. Other coaches do a good job, Rex does a great job. I just try to coach my team.”

Earlier on Monday, Ryan talked about how he was outcoached in December’s 45-3 win for the Patriots, and what he had to do differently this time around.

“I recognize this week, this is about Bill Belichick vs. Rex Ryan. There’s no question. It’s personal. This is about him against myself, and that’s what it’s going to come down to,” Ryan said. “This is going to be about me raising my level against Bill Belichick. Like I said, I recognize he’s the best and all that, but I’m just trying to be the best on Sunday. And I plan on being the best coach on Sunday. That’s what it is. I recognize that my level has to come up, and he’s going to get my best shot. He’s going to get everything I have on Sunday. And if he slips at all, we’re going to beat him.”

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  • Mikey

    Sexy Rexy is trying to get under Bill’s skin. Bill is too smart to get involved in the media back & forth, but Rexy might be trying to get him mad behind the scenes to disrupt his game planning. Either way, it’s not gonna work and Rexy Jets are gonna get De-FEETed once again!

  • dm

    it’s the usual hot air, he never learns his lesson. i hope he amps it up even higher, it’s a gamble that could cost him if they lose. If we are lucky it will be a repeat of the last game and perhaps rex will finally learn humility.

  • Chad

    I don’t think they’re playing footsie on Sunday. If they do, Ryan is gonna win feet down. Mr Edd, shut up!

  • Michael

    Let me start off by saying I am a die-hard Yankees and Dolphins fan. Rooting against Boston sports is in my blood although I do respect the way teams are run up there. That being said, I hope the Patriots bury the Jets this weekend, I live in NJ and i’m so sick of the coverage of Rex Ryan and his fat stupid mouth that never shuts up. After the Patriots go up 38-0 can they do a celebration dance where someone takes off their cleats and the other teammates smell his foot just to take a massive shot at Rex…

    GO PATS!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • Joseph A.

    Hi Guys,
    Im a Pats fan , but you gotta love Ryans antics.People say hes using all these Psychological Ploys , but I think its just him . LOUD .I Love his Press Conf’s , I love his Twisted Insights , I love his Rants , I love watching the Big Buffoon jump up and down like a Obese Monkey , Hyperventilating during games . He makes the ” NoFunLeague” so mich more “Fun”.God Bless the Beer Bellied Oaf .This game will be a lot more fun to watch now. New England football hasnt been this Interesting for a long time – Joe A.
    PS- Pats Win 34-17 IMH0

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