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The New York Jets‘ quarterback drama took an unexpected turn Monday, with an MRI revealing a torn ACL for Geno Smith.

As a result, the Jets will change starters for the second time in six days. Ryan Fitzpatrick, benched last week in favor of Smith, will start Sunday against theCleveland Browns, coach Todd Bowles announced.

Smith will visit Dr. James Andrews on Tuesday for a second opinion, but the Jets expect him to require season-ending surgery. His right knee twisted awkwardly Sunday on a second-quarter sack by Baltimore Ravens linebackerMatt Judon.

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EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — A look at the big and small performances (without the benefit of film review) from the New York Jets‘ 24-16 win over theBaltimore Ravens:

FIVE UP

Sheldon Richardson, defensive end: He played his best game of the year — a team-high eight tackles, including one sack and three tackles for loss. It was his first full sack of the season. Without Muhammad Wilkerson (ankle), who was inactive, the Jets played more 3-4 fronts than usual, allowing Richardson to play in a three-point stance instead of that linebacker nonsense. He was in Joe Flacco‘s face throughout the day. Afterward, Richardson said he was inspired by his late uncle, who was murdered last Tuesday. “He guided me a little bit,” he said. “I played with a heavy heart. He got us through this win, I know he did.” Richardson didn’t provide any details.

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