Jets’ Fitzpatrick will consider Larry David’s shave plea
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — What’s the deal with the beard?
Larry David, the creator of “Seinfeld” and “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” is a big New York Jets fan. He’s not too fond of quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick’s facial hair, though.
“I don’t know why Fitzpatrick can’t shave, honestly,” David said Tuesday to guest host Charissa Thompson on “The Dan Patrick Show.” ”Why does he need that beard? That beard really bothers me. I don’t know what this quarterback looks like. Who am I rooting for? Imagine Mickey Mantle with a full beard like that. It would have changed my entire childhood.”
Fitzpatrick usually sports a bushy, mountain man-like beard during the season, but it’s a bit toned down right now midway through training camp. He did show up Tuesday with his moustache shaved, and the quarterback didn’t sack David’s idea.