Maxman Posted January 29, 2012 Share Posted January 29, 2012 http://www.jetnation.com/2012/01/29/jetnation-interviews-nick-mangold-pro-bowl-community-blitz/ I wanted to introduce Nick Casale, he is the newest member of the JetNation team. He spoke with Nick Mangold for a few minutes the other day. A recap appears below, thanks Nick. JetNation Interviews Nick Mangold; Pro Bowl Community Blitz by Nick Casale on January 29, 2012[edit] in Jet News, Player interviews Nick Mangold is in Hawaii for the Pro Bowl and he is working with the Pro Bowl Community Blitz, presented by P&G. Last year this was the largest community outreach in the history of the league. JetNation had the opportunity to talk to Nick for a few minutes as they took a break on the site of their efforts, building a playground at a public school on Oahu. JN: We know you’re doing some community service while you’re in the Hawaii for the Pro Bowl, tell us a little about the NFL Pro Bowl Community Blitz presented by P&G. NM: Yeah we’re doing some great work here with P&G, mostly building playgrounds and things like that for kids. It’s for a great cause and it feels really good to give back to the kids. JN: If you want to know more about this great cause go to facebook.com/takeittothehouse JN: We’ve heard a lot about the state of the locker room, Greg McElroy and most recently Darrelle Revis has come out and said the problems “ran deep”, how bad was the locker room and was it over blown by the media? NM: Whenever you combine losing with have that many personalities inside a locker room, there is a chance of a few problems. We’re going to fix it. JN: The biggest issue seemed to be the relationship between Santonio Holmes and Mark Sanchez. Do you think that relationship can be fixed and do you feel that Mark is the QB of the future? NM: Yeah. Mark is our guy. We have faith that Mark will be our QB. He and Tone are both extremely competitive, Mark is probably the most competitive guy I know, they’re both pros and we think it will work out. JN: Ever since Rex took over, the bedrock of the Jets has been a top defense and a strong running game. The Jets finished 1st in ’09, 4th in ’10, but slipped down to 22nd this past year in total rushing Why do you think this happened? NM: We had a lot of moving parts up front. I don’t think we had the line completely healthy and together all season. I think the lockout hurt us a little, we had some moving parts and the OTAs and mini camps would have helped us. But next year I expect us to get back to form. JN: We all know about Rex’s bravado. This year it seemed to be more of a burden on the team, some teams even came out and said Rex gave them extra motivation. Do you think Rex needs to tone down the guarantees and bravado? NM: Rex is gonna be Rex. We love playing for him, and this year we feel like we let him down. We don’t want to do that again. JN: When you lose guys like Jericho Cotchery, Damien Woody, Alan Faneca, Tony Richardson, Kris Jenkins, and Shaun Ellis not only are you losing talent, but leadership as well. When I look at guys like you, D’Brick, Revis, and David Harris I see those same leadership qualities. What do you guys have to do to establish yourselves as leaders to make sure this locker room situation never happens again? NM: I think we all need to and can step up and take on more leadership responsibilities. Next year is a new year and we’re going to fix it. JN: Next weekend of course is the Super Bowl and it is a Jets fan’s worst nightmare in New England vs the Giants. Who do you want to win and why? NM: Neither, I hope it ends in a tie. I probably won’t even watch it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sperm Edwards Posted January 29, 2012 Share Posted January 29, 2012 JN: Next weekend of course is the Super Bowl and it is a Jets fan’s worst nightmare in New England vs the Giants. Who do you want to win and why? NM: Neither, I hope it ends in a tie. I probably won’t even watch it. How can anyone not love this guy? Good job, Nick. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sg3 Posted January 29, 2012 Share Posted January 29, 2012 a PRO's PRO Nick Mangold and Nick Casale BOTH nice addition to JN good job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZachEY Posted January 29, 2012 Share Posted January 29, 2012 We’re going to fix it. YES! Next year is a new year and we’re going to fix it. YES! JN: Next weekend of course is the Super Bowl and it is a Jets fan’s worst nightmare in New England vs the Giants. Who do you want to win and why? NM: Neither, I hope it ends in a tie. I probably won’t even watch it. YES! (The non-sarcastic version this time) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larz Posted January 29, 2012 Share Posted January 29, 2012 a question about sporano or googs would have been nice . a little to "TMZ" for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KSJets Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 I'll be perfectly honest... I don't drink an ounce of alcohol, mainly for personal reasons. This is how much I love Mangold: I would be willing to throw that stance out the window to sit down and have a beer with this guy. Definitely my favorite player on the team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxman Posted January 30, 2012 Author Share Posted January 30, 2012 a question about sporano or googs would have been nice . a little to "TMZ" for me It was on the list, they only gave Nick a few minutes...we have to take what they give us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxman Posted January 30, 2012 Author Share Posted January 30, 2012 a PRO's PRO Nick Mangold and Nick Casale BOTH nice addition to JN good job Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sg3 Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 You're welcome Max and thanks for providing the best Jet message board on the planet by far Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTM Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 How can anyone not love this guy? JN: The biggest issue seemed to be the relationship between Santonio Holmes and Mark Sanchez. Do you think that relationship can be fixed and do you feel that Mark is the QB of the future? NM: Yeah. Mark is our guy. We have faith that Mark will be our QB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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