Rich Cimini, ESPN Staff Writer 9y

QB snapshot: Michael Vick

A quick observation of quarterback Michael Vick and how he played in the New York Jets' 38-3 loss in Week 12:

Brutal.

How's that for quick?

In his previous two starts, Vick provided a calming presence for the Jets, playing the game-manager role like a true veteran. But on Monday night at Ford Field, he played like a rattled rookie, out of sync from the outset. He missed short throws, and he missed a long throw to Eric Decker that could've changed the game. Vick played so poorly that coach Rex Ryan had little choice but to summon Geno Smith from the bullpen late in the third quarter.

Vick's line: seven completions, five sacks and one interception. The 7-for-19, 76-yard performance was one of the worst of his long career.

He was under pressure throughout the game, as the Jets did a lousy job against the Buffalo Bills' front four. Six of the Bills' seven total sacks came with standard pressure, as they exposed the Jets' offensive line.

Vick’s Total QBR of 2.5 against standard pressure was the second lowest by a quarterback in a game this season (Jay Cutler posted a 1.8 against the Packers in Week 10), according to ESPN Stats & Information. This season, the Jets have a league-worst 33.4 Total QBR against a standard pass rush. The league average is 65.3.

Get the picture?

After the game, Ryan declined to name his starter for next week. It would be out of character for Ryan to make a change after a bad start, but this entire season has been out of character, so it wouldn't be a surprise if Ryan goes back to Smith.

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