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Mike Gesicki – December 4, 2019 Download PDF version

Wednesday, December 4, 2019

TE Mike Gesicki

(Is the confidence as high as it’s ever been in the NFL so far?) – “I feel like I’ve just got to continue with my process and just know that when my opportunity comes, I’ve got to make the most of it. I feel like the coaches and the players around me put me in position to be successful. I’ve just got to continue to make the most of my opportunities.”

(It’s amazing to see QB Ryan Fitzpatrick – can you give us some insight to how important he is to have you guys find yourselves the way you have over the last few weeks?) – “Yeah. I think ‘Fitz’ is a great example of a team guy, a leader, somebody that me as a younger guy can kind of look up to and how to carry yourself in this league and how to help out younger guys. He’s an extra coach on the field. I really can’t say enough good things about ‘Fitz’ both on and off the field.”

(Does QB Ryan Fitzpatrick loosen you up in the game? Where does the comfort level come from?) – “I think it’s kind of grown over time – over the course that he’s been here. I feel like I’ve been able to kind of grow closer with him and kind of build a relationship with him and all of that kind of stuff. He’s really easy to get along with. On the field he’s always joking around and just always keeping it kind of mellow, and having fun out there, which you guys obviously see that. I think that’s a big reason why we’re starting to see a little more success and why he’s been successful as well.”

(You talked about how many of your buddies were Eagles fans. I’m curious the text messages you got after that game. Were there any funny interactions? What were those moments like?) – “I actually didn’t get a ton from those people, I guess for obvious reasons. It was a cool game. It was a fun experience; but ultimately now it’s time to flip the switch and move forward and focus on the Jets. We have another opportunity to go out there on Sunday and (need to) maximize those opportunities.”

(Two straight games in New York City, kind of the center of the universe. Is that kind of fun to think about, to look forward to?) – “Yeah, absolutely. It’s going to be a great opportunity for us to head up there and play, obviously this week playing the Jets, and to make the most of that opportunity. It’s another divisional game. They are a very tough, talented, physical, well-coached team. I think it’s going to be a great challenge for us.”

(What about playing in the cold and all of that stuff? Is that something you thrive with? I’m not sure if you’re a hot guy or cold guy.) – “Well, before I got down here, I definitely was not a hot guy. (laughter) I’m kind of used to the cold. I grew up in New Jersey, played at Penn State. I’m used to all of that cold weather stuff. At the end of the day, once you’re out there, the temperature doesn’t really make too much of a difference.”

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