Doggin94it Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 I hate to say it, because I like his leadership and willingness to play within the team concept - but from what I've seen this preseason LT brings nothing to the table as a running threat anymore. His sole on-field value is as a receiver out of the backfield - and McKnight can easily fill that role just as well, while providing at least the threat of a run. Should the Jets pull the plug on LT? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vudu Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoicsentry Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 No. Combine his playing time and it's basically one full game worth of pre-season. He had a bad pre-season game. Career of success >>> Bad pre-season game. Keep him around for awhile and see how it goes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMC Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 Should or would? We know it wouldn't happen. As to should? I say no. All 4 Jets RBs are making the roster and the Jets need all the RB depth they can. What LT shows in the PS is never really an issue. LT was barely on the field. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetsfan80 Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 I hate to say it, because I like his leadership and willingness to play within the team concept - but from what I've seen this preseason LT brings nothing to the table as a running threat anymore. His sole on-field value is as a receiver out of the backfield - and McKnight can easily fill that role just as well, while providing at least the threat of a run. Should the Jets pull the plug on LT? No, just give him a reduced role. We're a running team that requires a stable of backs. For as much as LT has seemingly hit the wall, he's not a threat to fumble or drop any passes anytime soon. That's valuable in this offense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMaynard Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 I agree. I love the guy, but he looks completely finished. And McKnight and Powell both look good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slats Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 No. I don't disagree about your assessment of him as a rusher at this point, but... The man will still be a very good 3rd down back for the Jets. You need a guy there who not only can catch the ball, but who's also adept at pass protection. LT is that guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 No. Neither Powell or McKnight has done enough to warrant counting on them. LT was basically our #1 back most of last year. It might be a bit of a luxury to carry him now, but I expect him to run much harder during the season than he has this preseason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crusher Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 I hate to say it, because I like his leadership and willingness to play within the team concept - but from what I've seen this preseason LT brings nothing to the table as a running threat anymore. His sole on-field value is as a receiver out of the backfield - and McKnight can easily fill that role just as well, while providing at least the threat of a run. Should the Jets pull the plug on LT? Joe McNight has not been proven as a starter. He looks good against second string. Greene can;t catch a football on the run. LT should hang out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicious89x Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 No. I don't disagree about your assessment of him as a rusher at this point, but... The man will still be a very good 3rd down back for the Jets. You need a guy there who not only can catch the ball, but who's also adept at pass protection. LT is that guy. This. I think this is the last year we have him on the roster but he'll contribute in not obvious ways. I don't think there will be any debate that LT is finished as a productive RB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleedin Green Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 No. I don't disagree about your assessment of him as a rusher at this point, but... The man will still be a very good 3rd down back for the Jets. You need a guy there who not only can catch the ball, but who's also adept at pass protection. LT is that guy. Bingo. Hit the nail on the head with that one, because LT's value as the third down back is just as much about pass blocking as it is receiving (which he's still excellent at both). For as much as both McKnight and Powell can contribute in the passing game, neither has done enough to show they can be trusted to protect Sanchez on obvious passing downs. LT's rushing role will be severly limited, and there's a reason the Jets are carrying another 3 RBs other than him, but that doesn't mean he has no value to this team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flgreen Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 LT will definitely be on the team, but I wouldn't be at all upset if they cut him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doggin94it Posted August 30, 2011 Author Share Posted August 30, 2011 Bingo. Hit the nail on the head with that one, because LT's value as the third down back is just as much about pass blocking as it is receiving (which he's still excellent at both). For as much as both McKnight and Powell can contribute in the passing game, neither has done enough to show they can be trusted to protect Sanchez on obvious passing downs. LT's rushing role will be severly limited, and there's a reason the Jets are carrying another 3 RBs other than him, but that doesn't mean he has no value to this team. This is true - but McKnight has shown a willingness to block, and LT entering the game essentially is a "pass" tell for opposing defenses (or the equivalent, because who cares if they surprise you with an LT run?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lupz27 Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 No. I don't disagree about your assessment of him as a rusher at this point, but... The man will still be a very good 3rd down back for the Jets. You need a guy there who not only can catch the ball, but who's also adept at pass protection. LT is that guy. Think of Kevin Faulk of the Pats, they would never feed him a steady diet of carries, and never give it to him on 1st or 2nd down, but he is/was (Not up to date on his status) one of the best 3rd down backs, just like you said picks up blocks makes clutch catches, never fumbles, ect..... The Jets, and LT just need to agree that this is his role, and if he wants to play for another year, at the price a role player makes, then he can stick around as long as he wants if its agreed that this is his role and only that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crusher Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 LT will definitely be on the team, but I wouldn't be at all upset if they cut him. I think this is how the Jets felt as well. If he took the paycut and the diminished role they where fine with keeping him for what he has left. If not he would be gone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetsFanInDenver Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 NO! He is vital on 3rd downs, not just for rushing the ball but also picking up the blitz and being a dump off option on 3rd downs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barcs Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 LT isn't a powerhouse, but he can still move. I think he'll be fine. Don't cut him, he's a great leader and mentor for Greene and McNight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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