Popular Post KRL Posted August 4, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 4, 2020 That's what Steve McLendon is!!! Every time he speaks he encourages everyone around him and pushes them to be better: https://www.newyorkjets.com/news/jets-dl-steve-mclendon-our-mindset-doesn-t-change Despite an unprecedented offseason and the recent blockbuster trade involving S Jamal Adams, Jets DL Steve McLendon hasn't wavered from his brick-by-brick approach. "We want to stay singularly focused on the task at hand," he said. "Our mindset doesn't change no matter who's in that huddle or wearing a helmet, it doesn't change." McLendon said this offseason has been challenging, but the 34-year-old knows the recipe to prepare his body for an NFL season. In February, he opened up the TEAM MVP gym in Flowery Branch, GA and trained with a number of his teammates including DL Henry Anderson, OLB Jordan Jenkins and TE Chris Herndon. But now that the team is back in Florham Park, McLendon won't allow himself or his teammates to look down the road as they start their strength and conditioning program. "Right now, I'm just focused on the task at hand, getting through today and going into tomorrow," he said. "We can't get too far ahead because we don't even know what next week is going to hold for us. "We're all excited to be back, but we just want to get started and get on the field with each other even though we have to take the necessary steps first. It's always amazing, always a great feeling for everybody to be able to put on that jersey, that helmet one more time and not only just putting it on but doing it together." McLendon, who's entering his 11th season, is also the team's father figure. He took DL then-rookie Folorunso Fatukasi under his wing in 2018 and did the same with 2019 No. 3 overall pick Quinnen Williams last season. Fatukasi was at McLendon's gym opening and McLendon and Williams constantly communicated with one another throughout the offseason. "I just want him to be the best version of himself," McLendon said of Williams, who totaled 31 tackles, 7 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks and 9 quarterback hits in 2019. "It's not my expectations, it's his expectation of himself. I don't put limitations on (any) man. I don't even put limitations on my life, so I just expect him to be the best version of Quinnen Williams that he can be." Defensive line coach Andre Carter said younger players follow McLendon because of his humble beginnings — the Troy product broke into the NFL as an undrafted free agent in 2010 and each training camp is a reminder of that start. "When you're an undrafted free agent, you're scratching and clawing to try to get on the 53-man roster," Carter said. "That will and determination has never left. He always knows where his foundation of becoming an NFL football player began. Also, in general, he's a guy that loves the game. I always tell players that if you love the game and you're committed to it not just from a physical standpoint, but also to improve your psychology and improve your mental game, that's what makes you an elite football player. Mac brings that level of football IQ to the game. If there's something that's misinterpreted on my part as a coach, he's able to take the kids off to the side, the locker room and discuss football. "He's definitely the leader of the team. He's very vocal, but he lives by what he preaches and the younger players follow him." 15 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Butterfield Posted August 4, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 4, 2020 Sounds like a coach in the making. 7 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Barkus Posted August 4, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 4, 2020 McLendon is one of my favorite jets, love hearing him speak. 7 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post T0mShane Posted August 4, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 4, 2020 Remember last year after the Jets beat the Dolphins, there was an article published covering how they won because Jamal Adams was encouraging them from the sidelines and all the players were asked about it and were like, “uh ok”? 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rangerous Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 mcclendon has been a good pickup for the jets. i wasn't so keen early because he was another steelers cast off but he is good and has been solid for his whole time as a jet. 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slats Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 1 minute ago, rangerous said: mcclendon has been a good pickup for the jets. i wasn't so keen early because he was another steelers cast off but he is good and has been solid for his whole time as a jet. Feel the exact same way. I remember thinking he was undersized to play the Nose, but he's been good on the field and fantastic off of it. He's a prototypical future coach. It's these undrafted guys who need every single edge; conditioning, technique, focus, etc. They're the guys who are well equipped to teach. 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJoTownsell1 Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 McClendon is the anti-mosley. 2 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crusher Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 I thought this was a thread about Max. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BROOKLYN JET Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 3 minutes ago, The Crusher said: I thought this was a thread about Max. Scherzer? 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crusher Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 1 minute ago, BROOKLYN JET said: Scherzer? No, man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KRL Posted August 4, 2020 Author Share Posted August 4, 2020 Considering this quote from Mosley about needing to "kind of find that flame again" about football its probably good he opted out: Rich CiminiESPN Staff Writer Jets LB C.J. Mosley, commenting publicly for the first time on his decision to opt out, said he has a young son and didn't want to take any COVID-19 risks. In a Facebook Live event for the Wounded Warrior Project, Mosley called it "probably the biggest football decision I've made in a long time, probably since I picked what college I'm going to." He said he will use the time off to get better physically and mentally and "kind of find that flame again." (Via Newsday) 2 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Lith Posted August 4, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 4, 2020 Love what McLendon brings to this team. Every time he speaks, you relaize how valuable he is for the locker room. He is a true, natural leader. Not once have I ever heard him proclaim himself a leader, it just comes naturally to him. The team needs a guy like this now more than ever. Easy guy to root for. 5 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post slats Posted August 4, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 4, 2020 3 minutes ago, KRL said: Jets LB C.J. Mosley, commenting publicly for the first time on his decision to opt out, said he has a young son and didn't want to take any COVID-19 risks. In a Facebook Live event for the Wounded Warrior Project, Mosley called it "probably the biggest football decision I've made in a long time, probably since I picked what college I'm going to." He said he will use the time off to get better physically and mentally and "kind of find that flame again." (Via Newsday) He has $6M in guarantees coming from the Jets next year, and $8M in 2022. I hope he finds that flame soon. That was an exciting one half of football. 2 2 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freestater Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 5 minutes ago, KRL said: and mentally and "kind of find that flame again." 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetster Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 2 minutes ago, freestater said: Great signing. Another New York Jets free agency masterpiece! STOP SIGNING BIG NAME FREE AGENTS! I don't want Clowney, I don't want Ryan, lets find our own guys to roll with & lets stop drafting Safeties & Dlineman in the 1st round. My goodness! 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T0mShane Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 15 minutes ago, KRL said: kind of find that flame again." Jesus 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
section314 Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 14 minutes ago, Lith said: Love what McLendon brings to this team. Every time he speaks, you relaize how valuable he is for the locker room. He is a true, natural leader. Not once have I ever heard him proclaim himself a leader, it just comes naturally to him. The team needs a guy like this now more than ever. Easy guy to root for. You thinking of anyone specific here?? You are right, players know guys who are the "real goods" in the locker room. They see through BS pretty quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AFJF Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 Been banging the McLendon drum for a couple years now. Wasn't surprised to hear Qvale single him out when we interviewed him. Doesn't get the attention he deserves because you don't get fantasy football points for leadership or dominant play against the run, but that dude needs to be made a coach as soon as he retires. 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetstream23 Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 With Jamal gone there’s now more “air time” available in the locker room. Nobody better than Steve to take it up. He’s to the D what McCown was for Darnold. His true value doesn’t come from what he can do physically, it’s all above the shoulders. We’re lucky to have him. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melly-Mel Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 McClendon is a great player, worker, role model for his teammates. Big fan. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetswin Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 great article, thanks for the link...there is your defensive leader Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenReaper Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 3 hours ago, slats said: He has $6M in guarantees coming from the Jets next year, and $8M in 2022. I hope he finds that flame soon. That was an exciting one half of football. CJ...this is for you... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GREENBEAN Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 5 hours ago, rangerous said: mcclendon has been a good pickup for the jets. i wasn't so keen early because he was another steelers cast off but he is good and has been solid for his whole time as a jet. I wanted him to be cut last year before I knew that both he and shepherd would be kept. I thought polite was a guaranteed spot and one of McClendon and Nathan Shepherd would have to go. Then he was extended. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrcoops Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 McLendon has been a great signing and a terrific Jet. An effective player and a great leader. Really pleased he was re-signed for another year. We need more guys like him on the field and in the locker room. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savage69 Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 3 minutes ago, mrcoops said: McLendon has been a great signing and a great Jet. An effective player and a great leader. Really pleased be was re-signed for another year. We need more guys like him on the field and in the locker room. +1 Class guy who will probably be a great coach someday if he wants it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daddy Wang Doodle Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 3 hours ago, AFJF said: Been banging McLendon for a couple years now. Surprised to hear. He serves you for dominant play against the butt. Dude needs ass, soon as he retires. Say what? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdxgreen Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 Wish we had 10 more players like him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerfish Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 Steve McLendon needs nickname for himself. He also needs to use it as his twitter handle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Hernandez Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 4 hours ago, KRL said: Considering this quote from Mosley about needing to "kind of find that flame again" about football its probably good he opted out: Rich CiminiESPN Staff Writer Jets LB C.J. Mosley, commenting publicly for the first time on his decision to opt out, said he has a young son and didn't want to take any COVID-19 risks. In a Facebook Live event for the Wounded Warrior Project, Mosley called it "probably the biggest football decision I've made in a long time, probably since I picked what college I'm going to." He said he will use the time off to get better physically and mentally and "kind of find that flame again." (Via Newsday) He's carrying that flame in spirit even now that we have Joe Douglas. It was Mac's blowtorch next to large piles of Woodys money. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post GQMartin Posted August 4, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 4, 2020 6 hours ago, Butterfield said: Sounds like a coach in the making. This is very ironic. Before I saw this article today, earlier this AM, I met McLendon, Fatukasi and Franklin-Myers at the local high school track (this is where I typically do my jogs in the summer). McLendon was literally coaching up Fatukasi and Franklin-Myers. A few days prior I met the Kaufusi brothers at the same spot. Couldn't be nicer gents. 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jets723 Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 Agreed. I’m glad we are getting rid of the “Me first” guys and instead establishing a team culture 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetster Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 4 hours ago, T0mShane said: Jesus If I went to work on Sunday, worked for about 12 minutes, got paid 30 million dollars, my flame ? would be completely dowsed. I’d be like, you want me to come to work during a pandemic? Hmm, give me some time to think about it.....uh no. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T0mShane Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 4 hours ago, Jetster said: If I went to work on Sunday, worked for about 12 minutes, got paid 30 million dollars, my flame ? would be completely dowsed. I’d be like, you want me to come to work during a pandemic? Hmm, give me some time to think about it.....uh no. If you gave me $30 million dollars, I’d literally die in the same clothes I was wearing when you handed me that check. I would never find the motivation to change them. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 10 hours ago, KRL said: Considering this quote from Mosley about needing to "kind of find that flame again" about football its probably good he opted out: Rich CiminiESPN Staff Writer Jets LB C.J. Mosley, commenting publicly for the first time on his decision to opt out, said he has a young son and didn't want to take any COVID-19 risks. In a Facebook Live event for the Wounded Warrior Project, Mosley called it "probably the biggest football decision I've made in a long time, probably since I picked what college I'm going to." He said he will use the time off to get better physically and mentally and "kind of find that flame again." (Via Newsday) Everybody is jumping on the find that flame again part, but the bold is the part that struck me. He didn't even mention signing with the Jets. Maccagnan outbid everybody by so much that it was a no-brainer for him. Typical. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
playtowinthegame Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 5 hours ago, KRL said: Considering this quote from Mosley about needing to "kind of find that flame again" about football its probably good he opted out: Rich CiminiESPN Staff Writer Jets LB C.J. Mosley, commenting publicly for the first time on his decision to opt out, said he has a young son and didn't want to take any COVID-19 risks. In a Facebook Live event for the Wounded Warrior Project, Mosley called it "probably the biggest football decision I've made in a long time, probably since I picked what college I'm going to." He said he will use the time off to get better physically and mentally and "kind of find that flame again." (Via Newsday) Just a joke...Not saying C.J. Mosley does crack. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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