Rex Ryan is in town this week, but not for the reason he guaranteed. As the Giants and Patriots prepare to play in Super Bowl XLVI, the Jets coach has been brainstorming ways to improve on this season's disappointing 8-8 finish. Ryan said he will be a more hands-on coach in 2012, particularly with the defense. He said he's spoken with defensive coordinator Mike Pettine about doing so. "I know I can make an impact on defense, I always have my whole life, and I think I’ll even get more involved," Ryan said today on the red carpet of the inaugural "NFL Honors." "I’ve already talked to Mike about, 'Shoot, I’m going to run more meetings.' ... Not because he can't; he is terrific, Mike is absolutely terrific. But just for myself, I want to be more in touch with our players." Ryan was vague when asked if he would take back some play-calling responsibilities, though it sounded as though he would. Source: Newark Star-Ledger
