Blackout Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 who was the better back? John Clayton chose Bettis doesn't the Shock smiley look just like Clayton btw: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
green_blood Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
124 Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 John Clayton chose Bettis? Okay, so then the obvious correct answer is Martin. Just look at the stats. Its Martin all the way. Even all the great JN posters here who always love to dispute his lack of 1,500+ seasons and his YPC and such, Curtis owns Bettis in all of those catagories. Doesn't hurt that Curtis is also 4th all time and Bettis is 5th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BwanaZulia Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 It was easy: Curtis: A Jet Bettis: Some other team. A: Curtis BZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
124 Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 Bettis: 13 seasons Martin: 11 seasons Bettis: 3,479 attemps - 13,662 yards - 3.9 YPC - 91 TD Martin: 3,518 attemps - 14,101 yards - 4.0 YPC - 90 TD Passing Game: Bettis: 200 receptions - 1,449 yards - 7.2 YPR - 3 TD Martin: 484 receptions - 3,329 yards - 6.9 YPR - 10 TD 1,500+ yard seasons: Bettis: 1 Martin: 2 1,000+ yard seasons: Bettis: 8 Martin: 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BwanaZulia Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 Rushing titles: Better: 0 Martin: 1 BZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
124 Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 Rushing titles: Better: 0 Martin: 1 BZ Yes. That too. There is no question that Curtis was a better back than Bettis. Of "Big Three", Marshall Faulk was the best just because he was a double threat with both his running ability and receiving skills. Curtis and Marshall are 1st ballot. Jerome? I guess we'll have to see, but I believe he would be eligible to go in before Curtis and Marshall since they both didn't retire, even they both didn't play in the '06 season, until this offseason. If all three are eligible at once, someone will get left out most likely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drago Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 Yes. That too. There is no question that Curtis was a better back than Bettis. Of "Big Three", Marshall Faulk was the best just because he was a double threat with both his running ability and receiving skills. Curtis and Marshall are 1st ballot. Jerome? I guess we'll have to see, but I believe he would be eligible to go in before Curtis and Marshall since they both didn't retire, even they both didn't play in the '06 season, until this offseason. If all three are eligible at once, someone will get left out most likely. You should also mention the bus had 3 TD's on three carries totaling 2 yards in 04. I'm sure he had more games just like that...damned TD vulture. Bus sucks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BwanaZulia Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 Super Bowl Rings: Bettis: 1 Martin: 0 BZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackout Posted August 3, 2007 Author Share Posted August 3, 2007 keep in mind Curtis is a perfect 2/2 with 2 passing TDs and a perfect QB rating Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BwanaZulia Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 Also Curtis won OROY at NE right? BZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
green_blood Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 And Curtis had a gun pointed to his head, but Gregory Peck saved him. True story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackout Posted August 3, 2007 Author Share Posted August 3, 2007 And Curtis had a gun pointed to his head, but Gregory Peck saved him. True story. elaborate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetophile Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 It's a stupid comparison. That's like asking me, "Who is the better driver? Me, or the lazy and morbidly obese lady on her shopping scooter in the Supermarket?" I've never driven one of those scooters, but I'm sure I could ram her head on, knock her out of her seat, and make her get up through necessity. Next think you know, people will be throwing money at me as she runs screaming through the store, "It's a miracle! I can walk!" EDIT: And I wasn't calling you stupid, blackout. Not my thing. Just seems like apples and oranges to me on a hot, stifling, and grumpy day. The Summer bites. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perrone_Jets Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 Curtins its much better then Betts!!! The number say too much Yeah! Betts have 1 ring of SB, but he have 1 (ONE) FUMBLE in that game, i think the Curtis isn't do that if was he! I guess not! Curtis have two things, i think the Betts doesn't! 1st: speed and cut moves. 2nd: strenght!!! Betts is bigger and strong, but he dont have the same speed of Martin!!! Its this i think why the Curtis Martin are better then Betts!!! Don't you guys?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shawn306 Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 They are pretty much one in the same except for the fact that Bettis is about 50 lbs heavier. Both are HOF'ers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perrone_Jets Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 I rest my case! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drago Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 Curtins its much better then Betts!!! The number say too much Yeah! Betts have 1 ring of SB, but he have 1 (ONE) FUMBLE in that game, i think the Curtis isn't do that if was he! I guess not! Curtis have two things, i think the Betts doesn't! 1st: speed and cut moves. 2nd: strenght!!! Betts is bigger and strong, but he dont have the same speed of Martin!!! Its this i think why the Curtis Martin are better then Betts!!! Don't you guys?? i seriously tried to read that. i mean i tried really hard, and i have absolutly no idea what it says. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L.I.MikeBleedsGreen Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 i seriously tried to read that. i mean i tried really hard, and i have absolutly no idea what it says. cut him some slack drago he is from brazil and stated before he is learning the Language and how the Message board works Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackout Posted August 3, 2007 Author Share Posted August 3, 2007 i seriously tried to read that. i mean i tried really hard, and i have absolutly no idea what it says. its still better than marko's posts. and this guy is legit too, just from Brazil so he's got a little language barrier. no problem tho, i can understand him. Jetnation is not restricted to the US except i hope we don't have any dirty Canadians posting here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawngnome o-line Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 You should also mention the bus had 3 TD's on three carries totaling 2 yards in 04. I'm sure he had more games just like that...damned TD vulture. Bus sucks. It was actually a much more insane stat than that. It was 3td's on 5 carries for 1 yard. Figure that one out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boozer76 Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 Curtis has the better stats in just about every category and is one of my favorite all time Jets. But ask yourselves this: Your life depends on your team driving down the field and scoring a TD, which RB would you prefer on your team? I'm taking Bettis-he had alot more impact on individual games than Curtis ever did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drago Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 cut him some slack drago he is from brazil and stated before he is learning the Language and how the Message board works alright alright, i'm sorry, i didn't catch that. If you want me to start typing in Portuguese to make an arse out of myself i will. Sorry man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drago Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 It was actually a much more insane stat than that. It was 3td's on 5 carries for 1 yard. Figure that one out. was that the same game i'm talking about? i think it was, pretty lame if you ask me, the guy is on the inch line and they give it to bus, but parker was the one to get them down there...whatever... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L.I.MikeBleedsGreen Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 alright alright, i'm sorry, i didn't catch that. If you want me to start typing in Portuguese to make an arse out of myself i will. Sorry man. no need to say sorry ,I thought it was funny as hell ,but the guy is from Brazil,and to be honest I tried to and counldn't read it either LOL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Troll Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 Jerome Bettis is the most over-rated RB of my lifetime. It's Martin, and it is not remotely close. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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