As if NFL quarterbacks don’t already get more calls than every athlete this side of NBA superstars, Ryan Fitzpatrick tried flopping his way to some penalty yards on Thursday but was denied.
The Indianapolis Colts committed three straight penalties on the Tennessee Titans’ second drive of the second quarter, but Fitz wanted to see if he could get another one. Scrambling on a 3rd and 8 at the Colts’ 11, Fitzpatrick gained four yards but was pushed out of bounds short of the first down. His last-ditch effort to move the sticks was a flop that drew jeers instead of a flag.
Tennessee ended up kicking a field goal to cap the drive. Nice try, Fitz. Better luck next time. And I watched this several times to see if he slipped. Looks like an acting job to me all the way.
