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NEW YORK -- The New York Jets signed quarterback Geno Smith, their second-round draft pick, on Monday to a four-year contract that is worth about $5 million. Smith, drafted 39th overall after an unexpected slide out of the first round in April, is competing with incumbent Mark Sanchez for the starting quarterback job. The signing was announced by the team, which still has its two first-round picks -- cornerback Dee Milliner and defensive lineman Sheldon Richardson -- unsigned. The Jets veteran players report for training camp in Cortland, N.Y., on Thursday, but rookies were reporting Monday at the teams facility in Florham Park, N.J. Smith and Sanchez are competing in what has been called by team officials an "open competition," and neither noticeably outperformed the other in minicamp last month. But both appear to be confident about their chances. Sanchez, at his recent annual "Jets West" camp in Southern California, said he "absolutely" expects to remain the Jets starting quarterback. Meanwhile, Smith -- who raised some eyebrows when he chose to not attend Sanchezs camp but said the quarterbacks are "cool" -- told the Charleston Gazette over the weekend that feels "like I have a great shot" at winning the job. The competition could go deep into camp as both quarterbacks try to show they have picked up and mastered offensive co-ordinator Marty Mornhinwegs West Coast-style system. It has been a somewhat tumultuous off-season for Smith, who set a slew of records at West Virginia and established himself as one of college footballs most exciting players. He was projected as a possible top-10 pick in the draft, but questions by some about his overall abilities and commitment caused him to slide in the draft. Smith was at the draft site at Radio City Music Hall, but went unselected on the first day and appeared frustrated and embarrassed at being passed over. The Jets, wanting competition for Sanchez, jumped at the chance to bring in Smith on the drafts second day. Smith fired his original agents shortly after the draft, and signed with hip-hop artist Jay-Zs new Roc Nation Sports to represent him. The decision prompted the NFL Players Association to look into Jay-Zs role in getting Smith to sign with his agency, and if the leagues "runner rule" was violated. Agents not certified by the NFLPA cant recruit players to sign with certified agents; Smiths representative Kimberly Miale is certified. Smith later caused some confusion when he responded with a "no comment" when asked if he would attend Sanchezs camp. He later explained he hadnt heard of "Jets West" and didnt understand what he was being asked about. Sanchez said everyone is always invited, but Smith chose to work out on his own in Florida. While it appeared to be a possible snub to Sanchez, both insisted said there are "no hard feelings" between the two. Smith threw for 11,662 yards -- including back-to-back 4,000-yard seasons -- with 98 touchdowns and only 21 interceptions in four years at West Virginia. Cheap Jacksonville Jaguars Jerseys . The Cincinnati Reds remain perfect with their speedy rookie outfielder in the starting lineup. Cheap Jaguars Jerseys Authentic . The team also announced Tuesday that the Braves will wear a commemorative patch on the right sleeve during the season. The patch, shaped like home plate, carries the number 715, Aarons autograph and a "40th Anniversary" banner. http://www.cheapjaguarsjerseysauthentic.com/ .ca NBA Power Rankings, ahead of the Miami Heat and San Antonio Spurs. 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The Ravens (3-4) have lost four straight and have a lengthy list of injured players who need a chance to heal before Baltimore plays again Nov. 6 at home against division-rival Pittsburgh.Linebackers Terrell Suggs (biceps), Elvis Dumervil (foot), C.J. Mosley (thigh), wide receiver Steve Smith Sr. (ankle), cornerback Shareece Wright (thigh), guard Marshal Yanda (shoulder) and left tackle Ronnie Stanley (foot) all sat out against the Jets.Safety Lardarius Webb left the game with a right hamstring injury, and rookie cornerback Tavon Young was evaluated for a concussion.Thats just another question thats impossible to answer because you cant put a measuring stick on how hurtful it is, but its not ideal, coach John Harbaugh said. We also had to make some roster moves just to get 46 guys active. But thats the way it works in our league. Thats the cards that weve been dealt.Meanwhile, the Jets (2-5) ended a four-game losing streak with Geno Smith starting and then getting hurt and being replaced by former starter Ryan Fitzpatrick.Smith injured his right knee while taking a sack from Baltimores Matthew Judon in the second quarter and was scheduled to have an MRI to determine the severity and if he needs to be sidelined.I dont feel like it hurts a ton, said Smith, who spent the second half on the sideline wearing sweats. Honestly, I was begging to go back out there, but I understand theyre doing their jobs.Fitzpatrick had thrown an NFL-leading 11 interceptions through the first six games before Todd Bowles benched him in favor of Smith during the week.Its too early to tell, Bowles said of who his QB will be next week at Cleveland. I want to see what the injury status is before I make that determination.Bowles was also awaiting updates on Jets center Nick Mangold (knee) and linebacker Bruce Carter (quadriceps).Here are some other things to know from the Jets skid-stopping victory over the Ravens:BIG-PLAY DEFENSEThe Jets came in ranked tied for 31st in the NFL with just four takeaways .ddddddddddddAgainst the Ravens, the defense came up big.Flacco went a team-record 176 consecutive throws without an interception before Buster Skrine picked off his pass in the third quarter and returned it 51 yards to the Ravens 3 to set up a field goal by Nick Folk.The defense made it two possessions in a row with a takeaway as Marcus Gilchrist picked off Flacco and returned it 27 yards to the Ravens 24, setting up a 1-yard TD run by Matt Forte.We were one of the top defenses in the league last year, cornerback Darrelle Revis said. Once one (turnover) comes, they start coming in bunches. Thats what happened today.STILL IN THE CHASEEven a four-game losing streak hasnt knocked Baltimore out of contention in the AFC North. The Ravens havent played Pittsburgh or Cincinnati yet this season, so thats four chances to improve their situation in the division.The biggest thing, we are not too far from the other teams in our conference and division, defensive tackle Brandon Williams said.FORTE FLASHESAfter being held to 164 yards rushing and no TDs in the last four games, Forte busted out with a vintage performance.He finished with 100 yards and a score on 30 carries and four catches for 54 yards and a TD. He also joined Marshall Faulk, Marcus Allen, Thurman Thomas and Herschel Walker as the only players with 8,000 yards rushing, 4,000 yards receiving and 20 TD receptions.RUNNING ON EMPTYA week after New York gave up 171 yards rushing, including 111 to Arizonas David Johnson last Monday night, Baltimore found nowhere to run against the Jets.Terrance West, who came in having rushed for 295 yards in his last three games, finished with 10 yards on eight carries as the Jets set a franchise mark by holding Baltimore to 6 yards on the ground.CANT FINISHBaltimore took an early lead for the third straight game and couldnt finish off an opponent.The Ravens led the Jets 10-0 in the first quarter of this one. They had the same lead against the Giants last week , and led Washington 10-6 two weeks ago.Killer instinct is executing when you get ahead, putting people away and making plays, taking advantage of the fact theyre down, Harbaugh said. Whatever killer instinct translates to, we certainly dont have it now.---AP Freelance Writer Mike Farrell contributed to this report.---AP NFL website: www.pro32.ap.org and www.twitter.com/AP-NFL ' ' '