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Rex Ryan says Jets would not target Peyton Manning, if available

"The Jets' 29-14 loss to the Giants Sunday has fueled much speculation about what changes the team will make if it missed the playoffs this year.

One change the Jets will not make, at least according to coach Rex Ryan, is looking to bring in Peyton Manning -- if the Colts superstar were made available. Ryan expressed confidence in quarterback Mark Sanchez earlier today, but he took it to a different level in a radio interview.

"I've said from Day One I thought he was the best quarterback in the National Football League, I even put him over Tom Brady, so of course I recognize Peyton Manning is an unbelievable quarterback," Ryan said on ESPN 1050 Radio today, in an interview with Stephen A. Smith. "But do I think it's even a consideration for us? No, I don't."

Manning has missed the entire 2011 season after having two neck surgeries. If the Colts, 2-13 in his absence, earn the No. 1 pick in the draft and select Stanford quarterback Andrew Luck, the team may have a decision to make on keeping, cutting or trading Manning.

But according to Ryan, the Jets are not looking for a new starting quarterback.

"I'm going to say this, I'm going to tell you there is no way we are looking to replace Mark Sanchez, there's no doubt," Ryan said."


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