JetNation Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 New York Jets running back Mike Goodson has served his four game suspension and is eligible to return to the team. The Jets are thin at WR and RB so Goodson’s return is important. Stephen Hill was diagnosed with a concussion and Santonio Holmes is expected to miss a few weeks with a hamstring injury. Since the Jets could possibly be lining up Jeremy Kerley and Clyde Gates as the starting wideouts, running the ball is going to be critical. Bilal Powell is off to a fantastic start this season, with 66 carries for 292 yards and a 4.4 yard average. Depth is an issue behind Powell since Chris Ivory is hurt again, so the timing is right for Goodson’s return. Kristian Dyer from Metro NY has some more information on how Goodson trained for his return. Goodson will simulate a number of drives on this Saturday, trying to replicate the amount of carries and running he will have to do in Week 5 when his suspension is over and he can return to the field. During the week, he worked out five days a week, twice-a-day and watched his diet carefully. But it is this weekend session that has him feeling like he can step on the field and be ready for Monday night at the Falcons. Some things of course he can’t replicate, like the beating he will take from NFL linebackers who will look to level him on any given Sunday. “The most I can do is hit the sleds outside but there’s nothing you can really do to have your body feel like that. I was watching ‘Sports Science’ [on ESPN] the other day and they said that an NFL hit is like a car crash to your body,” Goodson said. “There’s nothing really you can do to make your body feel like that. But you try to hit the sleds, do stuff like that. Try to be physical in the weight room as far as explosion stuff but that’s about it.” Geno Smith is coming off a rough outing so the more the Jets can do to take the pressure off of him on Monday night, the better their chances of winning. Mike Goodson will take the field on Friday night with a pair of fresh legs. With all the other injuries, he will be greeted with open arms by Rex Ryan and Marty Morhinweg. Follow Me: View the full article Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JiFtheOracle Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 How can you welcome someone back thats never been here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smashmouth Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 is he hurt yet ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SickJetFan Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 I watched some of his old collage tape I like that spin move he does hopefully he is not caught mid spin and turned into pretzal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stugotz81 Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Superbowl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizard King Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Week 5 fantasy sleeper! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New York Mick Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Yay, this team is hard to watch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GREENBEAN Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Hey, It can't hurt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peebag Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 If he rushes for 250 yards - Jets win. book it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gastineau Lives Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 He's a good player. The sarcasm is unwarranted and ignorant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freemanm Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 That's awesome. Once again I will be an optimist and say that if the Jets go into ground and pound mode with Powell and Goodson and don't turn the ball over, then they can beat the Falcons. Seriously, I think the Jets D is good enough that if the Jets can score 16 points, they're probably going to win the game, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenseed4 Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 In other news, Chris Ivory turned in a day of practice today. We might be headed toward a full stable. weird. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 In other news, Chris Ivory turned in a day of practice today. We might be headed toward a full stable. weird. He did? They said he was "headed to the bikes" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJ Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 How can you welcome someone back thats never been here? He's been here in spirit ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenseed4 Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 He did? They said he was "headed to the bikes" He didn't practice at all last week, so him actually putting in a limited practice is better than nothing. Besides, Ivory on the bicycle is a normal practice for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetsfan80 Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 He's really fast on Madden. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenseed4 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 He's really fast on Madden. Madden has stationary bikes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedro55 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Madden has stationary bikes? That would actually be funny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSJ Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Lets see if he can become Idzik's first useful signing of the year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shawn306 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Hopefully he doesn't fumble the football 30 times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SayNoToDMC Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Week 5 fantasy sleeper! He's only sleeping cause he's stoned Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slats Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 The Jets could use Goodson this week, but it would be really surprising if he makes any sort of an impact in his first week of contact. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadwayJoe12 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 The Jets could use Goodson this week, but it would be really surprising if he makes any sort of an impact in his first week of contact. Yea, I'd just assume ease him in, instead of having two RBs on the bikes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 The Jets could use Goodson this week, but it would be really surprising if he makes any sort of an impact in his first week of contact. I wouldn't be really surprised if he made an impact. I'd just be surprised if it was a favorable one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slats Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 I wouldn't be really surprised if he made an impact. I'd just be surprised if it was a favorable one. That's actually my concern as well. That he comes in a little jittery and trying too hard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 That's actually my concern as well. That he comes in a little jittery and trying too hard. I'm more worried about "forced into action." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roscoeword Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 this Goodson thread has developed into the funniest thread, if not the most informative. It seems like he is virtual football player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billo83 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Lets see if he can become Idzik's first useful signing of the year. Winslow hasn't been useful? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drums Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 If he rushes for 250 yards - Jets win. book it. Pulls a hamstring in the first quarter. Book it. I'm not even being pessimistic. How many guys miss all of camp, plus four weeks of the season, and don't pull a damn hamstring? I really hope I'm wrong and this guy dominates because god knows we need some damn help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetsfan80 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 I'm more worried about "forced into action." I don't think we're in such a desperate state where we'll give him more than just a handful of touches, at most. Bilal is fine as the starter and Alex Green has looked OK. The only spot where there's a CHANCE he gets forced into action is at kick returner. I'd be worried about him fumbling in that instance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 I don't think we're in such a desperate state where we'll give him more than just a handful of touches, at most. Bilal is fine as the starter and Alex Green has looked OK. The only spot where there's a CHANCE he gets forced into action is at kick returner. I'd be worried about him fumbling in that instance. They supposedly were talking about working him in the slot too. Of course, he's no newer than the other guys so... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stonehands Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 A guy with Goodson's speed and quickness would be a real asset on the turf in Atlanta, even if it is just to get a few token touches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxman Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 They supposedly were talking about working him in the slot too. Of course, he's no newer than the other guys so... I think this is a must. That was something that McKnight could have provided. They must have Goodson graded as a better runner and receiver than McKnight. We will find out soon enough! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sourceworx Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 The Jets could use Goodson this week, but it would be really surprising if he makes any sort of an impact in his first week of contact. I believe he was allowed to practice during his suspension. He should be in decent shape. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 I believe he was allowed to practice during his suspension. He should be in decent shape. I'm pretty sure suspended players are not allowed to practice with the team. They can go to meetings, but that and whatever high school practices he is conducting are a far cry from the NFL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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