flgreen Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 Marty Mornhinweg on Jets receiver Stephen Hill: 'He has looked just excellent so far' Dom Cosentino/NJ.com By Dom Cosentino/NJ.com Follow on Twitter on May 29, 2014 at 4:57 PM, updated May 29, 2014 at 5:28 PM Offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg thinks the Jets' offense is "light years" ahead of where it was at this time last year, and wide receiver Stephen Hill may be one reason why. Hill was a much-ballyhooed second-round draft choice in 2012. But injuries and some wildly inconsistent play limited his effectiveness in his first two seasons. Last week, Hill said the knee swelling that landed him on injured reserve at the end of last season was all gone. He's been taking part in the Jets' offseason program, and he looked a lot like his old self during organized team activities on Wednesday. (Please don't read to much into that, however: It was one practice on one day in a long offseason. That Hill was present, accounted for, and able to move without grimacing tells you all you need to know about the injury problems that plagued his first two seasons.) Mornhinweg was the Eagles' offensive coordinator at the time the Jets drafted Hill. The Eagles didn't need to select a wideout then, but during a conference call with Jets season-ticket holders Thursday, Mornhinweg said he liked Hill at Georgia Tech because of his size (6-foot-4, 215 pounds) and speed. That said, Mornhinweg admitted Hill was "pretty raw" coming out of college, so he figured it might take some time for Hill to adapt to the pro game. Might that time be now? Maybe. Mornhinweg suggested it's possible, but it is worth noting that it's still only May 29, and the Jets haven't yet practiced in full pads this offseason, let alone had any contact. So take this with a grain of salt, given where we are on the calendar. Just know that Mornhinweg said it in response to a fan's question about Hill and what Mornhinweg sees for him this season. "He has looked just excellent in these offseason practices so far," Mornhinweg said. "He still has room to progress, so he's got some work. But I've been excited about season thus far up to date in this offseason." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetsFanInDenver Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 Too bad we are going to cut him or so i read. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbatesman Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 Mornhinweg's homeyness is very endearing. He reminds me of my grandma. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dundunit Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 Did I read this last year too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RutgersJetFan Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 Mornhinweg's homeyness is very endearing. He reminds me of my grandma. I feel like even outside of football, his solution to every problem in life involves him using some form of shotgun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgb Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 he looked great getting off the bus, checking into the dorm, and in the chow line. this is gonna be his year! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetlife33 Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 Yada yada, whatever. Second or third day of OTA's give me a break. Wait till day five when his "balky" knees act up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larz Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 wait a minute I was told in March the only way the team gets better is if you bring in guys form other teams and spend a lot of money what is this ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Mornhinweg's homeyness is very endearing. He reminds me of my grandma. I've read this post three times and all that I think of is: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Integrity28 Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Stephen Hill is not the monster you want him to be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irish Jet Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 The hero the Jets deserve, but not the one we need right now. In 2014 the DARK HILL will RISE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TnT Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Oh please Oh please Oh please Oh please Oh please Oh please Oh please Oh please Oh please Oh please Oh please! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newyorkgiants10 Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 After alshon was taking in the 2nd round i was really hoping hill would fall to the giants and was extremely bummed when he didnt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustInFudge Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 I totally could see the light turning on for Hill. He was playing well before he got injured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RutgersJetFan Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 I totally could see the light turning on for Hill. He was playing well before he got injured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustInFudge Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 I totally could see the light turning on for Hill. He was playing well before he got injured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyCarl40 Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 What did Marty say about Sanchez last season? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Integrity28 Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 What is the official body language report? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SenorGato Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetknowledge Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Last year would've been a great season for him but he couldn't stay healthy. I believe this year he could leave his stamp on the opposition and demand respect. But hes always hurt thoe! Hope he has a healthy year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kay_gee Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 we're due for a "Kyle Wilson has really improved this offseason" article too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYJetsVets91 Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 I totally could see the light turning on for Hill. He was playing well before he got injured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnJ Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 we're due for a "Kyle Wilson has really improved this offseason" article too. We'll get Manoosh right on that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbatesman Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Have you guys ever looked at Vlad Ducasse's combine numbers? When he finally puts it all together, watch out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetlife33 Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 There's only so many times we can see the same exact 1 good highlight of Hill last year lol. He needs to stay healthy, don't trust his knees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetlife33 Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 There's only so many times we can see the same exact 1 good highlight of Hill last year lol. He needs to stay healthy, don't trust his knees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZachEY Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 If you extrapolate his good day at OTAs, watch out!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SenorGato Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 There's only so many times we can see the same exact 1 good highlight of Hill last year lol. He needs to stay healthy, don't trust his knees. Hill is going to benefit from the emergence of one, Geno Smith. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnJ Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 If you extrapolate his good day at OTAs, watch out!!!! Science! According to my calculations, the additions of Decker, CJ, and Jace Amaro will equal Hill playing a role in the offense and adding to the total sum of said offense in a positive way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artemusclyde Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Hill is going to benefit from the emergence of one, Geno Smith. Hill's screwed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clementi49 Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 We all knew he would be a project. Why do people bash someone that's 23 years old and didn't instantly become a superstar the second he got into the league at 21 years old? Same thing with Geno. He didn't become Russel Wilson overnight his first year so let's move on immediately? Give the players a chance to succeed. Stop running them all out of town before their careers even get going. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizard King Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 SO psyched that Stephen is catching the ball so far this year! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizard King Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Mornhinweg's homeyness is very endearing. He reminds me of my grandma. This cracked me up. This immediately flashed in my mind Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoFlaJets Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Too bad we are going to cut him or so i read. Doubtful, no team holds onto their draft mistakes longer than the New York Jets. Hate him as we all do, but nobody is quicker to $hitcan his draft busts faster than Belickick up there in New England. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sperm Edwards Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 I'm expecting nothing. Bringing in Decker, Ford, showing interest in DeSean Jackson, and then drafting 3 more WRs in the draft says the Jets were expecting nothing from him as well. It would be pretty awesome if he was able to put it together. He was drafted to be a #1 WR that needed to be double-teamed, with size/speed that can't be taught. Also he was a willing and capable blocker (in contrast to Holmes). He was also drafted as a project (Tannenbaum leaving the team with no other credible options pushed him into a role he was clearly unready for), and was therefore over-drafted. Ideally he'd have been subbed in & out with a limited list of plays that he was able to digest. Also ideally he'd have been healthy. We'll see. Most of what I've seen from him is a function of his speed (not even his height). But there are lots of fast guys. Jacoby Ford is one of them. So I'm expecting nothing but like anyone would be thrilled if the light has gone on. This would, of course, presume he possessed a light to be turned on in the first place. But year 3 isn't far-fetched for a guy to start to get it. Especially when, despite a couple of easy drops on him, he's had so little help at QB in years 1-2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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