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Obviously, rookie quarterback was hoping for a different answer from coach ."Just being a competitor, there's a little bit of disappointment," Manziel said Wednesday after Anthony Gose Jersey learning that veteran would get the start for Cleveland on against the .Pettine's choice after many believed Hoyer's suspect play of late would lead the to anoint their electric first-round pick."I showed last week I can play a little bit," said Manziel, while adding: "I completely trust coach Pettine with this team, and I think he's put us in the right situation moving forward consistently." left tackle Craig Biggio Jersey also trusts Pettine, telling reporters that switching to a rookie under center in December would imply that the -- still alive in the AFC playoff picture at 7-5 -- were playing for next year. Thomas said Pettine approached him and other veterans about the decision during the week."Certainly Brian has put us in this position," Thomas said Jose Cruz Jersey , "and we still feel like he's going to give us the best chance."That depends on how you view the two quarterbacks, with plenty outside team Robinson Chirinos Jersey walls convinced that Manziel this floundering offense needs.Hoyer acknowledged Wednesday that he was prepared to hear the boo birds Sunday if the don't get off to a strong start."You want to go out and earn your teammates' respect," Hoyer said. " ... I want to see this thing Jose Altuve Jersey through."Hoyer won't be seeing anything through if he doesn't correct his on-field play. After throwing six picks and just one touchdown over his past four starts, the leash is tighter than ever.The latest Around The NFL Podcast and reacts to earning the nod over . Find more Around The NFL content on .