flgreen Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 In the Nick of time October, 5, 2011 Oct 5 1:56 PM ET By Rich Cimini It was a sight for the Jets' sore eyes: C Nick Mangold, the anchor of the offensive line, was back on the practice field Wednesday, working with the first-team line during the walk-through. Technically, Mangold (high-ankle sprain) returned to practice last Friday, but he was very limited and took only a few reps. Chances are, he'll be limited Wednesday (we'll find out a little later), but the prosect of a full week of practice means there's a very good chance he will play Sunday against the Patriots. The beleaguered line needs him in the worst way. In other practice news, WR Plaxico Burress and OLB Calvin Pace sat out with undisclosed injuries. For Burress, it could be hamstring tightness. He experienced soreness last week and missed a little practice time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vudu Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 SO are we gonna sign another OL or what? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyHector Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 Quick, someone had better scramble to find a new scapegoat for this week if Baxter is going to be on the sidelines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SenorGato Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 Good. Once he's back, so long as it's at full and complete health, the offense should be significantly better (IMO). If it isn't then there's the outside shot I join Schitty's future lynchers, I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SenorGato Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 Quick, someone had better scramble to find a new scapegoat for this week if Baxter is going to be on the sidelines. Schitty says: Baxter can't possibly have the job I've held since '07 after two weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JiFtheOracle Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 He's got to make significant progress from what they showed he was able to do last Sunday before the game. He literally couldnt even run for more than 5 yards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RutgersJetFan Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 Quick, someone had better scramble to find a new scapegoat for this week if Baxter is going to be on the sidelines. Plax and Mason. 2-3 weeks prob. Just you wait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyHector Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 Schitty says: Baxter can't possibly have the job I've held since '07 after two weeks. I wasn't talking about the fans, but the coaching staff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flgreen Posted October 5, 2011 Author Share Posted October 5, 2011 Good. Once he's back, so long as it's at full and complete health, the offense should be significantly better (IMO). If it isn't then there's the outside shot I join Schitty's future lynchers, I guess. Is he also playing for Moore, and Hunter? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleedin Green Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 Great news... now all he needs to do is teach the other 10 guys how to play and the OC how to game plan and call plays and we're all set! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetsFanFromQueens Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 This is great news heading into our Patriots game. There is no doubt about it, that Nick Mangold and D'Brickashaw Ferguson are two of our most important players on the offensive side of the ball. Lose either Mangold or Ferguson, and our QB has no chance, our ground game becomes a laughing stock, and our entire offensive line falls apart. We're talking about an all-pro left tackle and an all-world center; these guys can't be replaced. These last two weeks have been living proof, especially against the Ravens. Getting Nick Mangold means one thing and one thing only... We're getting the best overall center in today's game back. That alone will improve our entire offense. If Mangold can return? I can finally imagine Shonn Greene, LT and our run game starting to take over this game; especially with Mayo being out for quite some time. That's like the Jets being without David Harris. With Nick Mangold on the verge of coming back? I'm finally confident that our offensive line will return to form. Slauson will benefit greatly, playing in the middle of two great offensive lineman. After a short offseason, and after 4 weeks of playing time, Moore should soon start to shake off the rust of offseason hip surgery. He's always been one hell of an offensive guard and I'm hopeful for Moore. As far as Hunter is concerned? That could be a problem, but still... Nick Mangold returning will give our offense a chance to destroy this awful NE defense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pac Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 He literally couldnt even run for more than 5 yards. That doesn't stop CTM from playing for his offices softball team... as far as Mangold is concerned I'm cautiously optimistic.. If he comes back too early and re-injures the ankle then the Jets aren't making the playoffs.. period. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faba Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 Best center in the league is a no brainer to have positive effect for us. Domino effect on entire O/l Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SenorGato Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 Is he also playing for Moore, and Hunter? No, but IMO the key to an OL is the LT-LG-C combo. Remember back in '07 when the Browns threw up 8th in PS and 6th in rushing average? They did it on the back of a top tier LT - LG - C combo (Thomas/Steinbach/Fraley)...My guess is that the LT is usually the team's best pass protector, the LG is usually the team's best road grader (besides Jahri Evans and Ben Grubbs), and a good C is usually the team's smartest OL. And don't think having those three together won't help out the right side of an OL significantly...just that if an OL is top tier it's usually the left side that's getting the love. Also, Mangold is really f'n good in general. I'd say regardless of position he's a top 5 OL in football. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HessStation Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 I would rather him sit and heal more than play hurt and reinjure himself. Hopefully he is truly well enough to play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garb Posted October 7, 2011 Share Posted October 7, 2011 You do all know that: 1) The Patriots lost their starting center for the season. Koppen is on IR. 2) They lost another seasoned vet to retirement. 3) They have a rookie starting at right tackle in place of an injured player. Sound familiar? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetsFanFromQueens Posted October 7, 2011 Share Posted October 7, 2011 You do all know that: 1) The Patriots lost their starting center for the season. Koppen is on IR. 2) They lost another seasoned vet to retirement. 3) They have a rookie starting at right tackle in place of an injured player. Sound familiar? No. Nick Mangold, our starting center, isn't out for the season. He's actually on the verge of starting come Sunday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garb Posted October 7, 2011 Share Posted October 7, 2011 No. Nick Mangold, our starting center, isn't out for the season. He's actually on the verge of starting come Sunday. that wasn't my point.....sigh.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RutgersJetFan Posted October 7, 2011 Share Posted October 7, 2011 You do all know that: 1) The Patriots lost their starting center for the season. Koppen is on IR. 2) They lost another seasoned vet to retirement. 3) They have a rookie starting at right tackle in place of an injured player. Sound familiar? I think what you're insinuating is that there is a significant difference between Tom Brady being able to account for such problems, and Mark Sanchez's ability to do the same. And to tell you the truth, that just sounds crazy given Sanchez's potential. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetsFanInDenver Posted October 7, 2011 Share Posted October 7, 2011 You do all know that: 1) The Patriots lost their starting center for the season. Koppen is on IR. 2) They lost another seasoned vet to retirement. 3) They have a rookie starting at right tackle in place of an injured player. Sound familiar? But was he the best center in the league ? And is one of the replacements Wayne Hunter ? And are they coached by Callahan ? And have they played the Ravens as yet ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadwayJoe12 Posted October 7, 2011 Share Posted October 7, 2011 that wasn't my point.....sigh.... Lol. You've gotta hold their hand all the way through sometimes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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