'“Basically how we feel about EJ Manuel was why a move like this would be made,” Ryan said Wednesday at his weekly press conference. “It wasn’t that we felt bad about Matt Cassel. I want to make sure we’re clear on that. Matt did a tremendous job here. As we went through the (quarterback competition) I think EJ Manuel really raised his game. I think he did a tremendous job when given an opportunity. He’s a big guy that’s got physical gifts. I think he’s got a chance to be a good quarterback in this league.'