Continuity for Darnold

Sam Darnold’s regression has been evident in 2019. He hasn’t looked anything like the quarterback that ended his rookie season on a tear. That could be traced back to Gase’s inability to develop New York’s franchise quarterback — something he was specifically brought in to accomplish.

With that being said, firing Gase now might prevent any chance of Darnold turning it around in 2020. If Gase was shown the door, Darnold would be forced to learn his third offense in as many years. That’s not ideal for any quarterback, nonetheless one who is still 22 years old.

Will Darnold be able to take the next step in his second season playing in Gase’s system? Only time will tell. At least he won’t have to hit the classroom to learn a completely new playbook, though.