BroadwayJoe12 Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 The Jets are interested in bringing back free agent LB David Bowens, but only at the right price. The Jets released Bowens in February to avoid paying him a roster bonus and $2 million salary. There is reportedly some organizational concern that Bowens "can't run anymore," but new coach Rex Ryan likes his attitude. http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/player_main.aspx?sport=NFL&id=1285 Could definitely help out our LB depth. I liked the versatility bowens brought in, and it often seemed as he was the only LB getting consistent pressure when he was brought in a few of his packages. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeWillie Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 The Jets are interested in bringing back free agent LB David Bowens, but only at the right price. The Jets released Bowens in February to avoid paying him a roster bonus and $2 million salary. There is reportedly some organizational concern that Bowens "can't run anymore," but new coach Rex Ryan likes his attitude. http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/player_main.aspx?sport=NFL&id=1285 Could definitely help out our LB depth. I liked the versatility bowens brought in, and it often seemed as he was the only LB getting consistent pressure when he was brought in a few of his packages. Special teams, as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustInFudge Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Im all about Bowens for depth. He is versatile and he is smart. If we are coming with Pace/Bowens and Thomas/Gholston, I think we should be in good depth shape on the outside. Not to mention he can play on the inside as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
war ensemble Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Good depth, versatility, can play Special Teams. I'd go for it if the price is right. Just don't put him in coverage... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slats Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Good depth, versatility, can play Special Teams. I'd go for it if the price is right. Just don't put him in coverage... +1 And I'd think at this stage the price would be right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jets1Fan Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Wouldn't you rather bring in Barton to provide LB depth. I guess it does depend on what number both are separately seeking. But to me, I wouldn't have an older Bowens playing coverage LB, if anything he would be brought in to stop the run, which Barton did a much better job of accomplishing this past year. I mean does anyone know the price difference between the two and then the correlation between their ages, and then I would be willing to bet that Barton is a better fit altogether at backup ILB... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeWillie Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Wouldn't you rather bring in Barton to provide LB depth. I guess it does depend on what number both are separately seeking. But to me, I wouldn't have an older Bowens playing coverage LB, if anything he would be brought in to stop the run, which Barton did a much better job of accomplishing this past year. I mean does anyone know the price difference between the two and then the correlation between their ages, and then I would be willing to bet that Barton is a better fit altogether at backup ILB... I think you answered your own question ... all about the bucks. Bowens probably commands much less. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jets1Fan Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 I think you answered your own question ... all about the bucks. Bowens probably commands much less. I guess, I mean I do like his presence in the locker room, but I just think it's time to move forward. Also, anyone know WHY WE AREN'T PURSUING PEPPERS?!?!?! (too much money??) Anyone know what we approximately have to spend?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadwayJoe12 Posted March 2, 2009 Author Share Posted March 2, 2009 I guess, I mean I do like his presence in the locker room, but I just think it's time to move forward. Also, anyone know WHY WE AREN'T PURSUING PEPPERS?!?!?! (too much money??) Anyone know what we approximately have to spend?? He would not only cost too many picks, which we need to use on other holes on our team, but he would break the bank on playing a position he has never played before. He is an absolute stud in the 43, i'm sure he could play well as a 34 OLB, but I wouldn't risk all that on him. Also, we already have 3 players to fill the 2 positions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleedin Green Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Wouldn't you rather bring in Barton to provide LB depth. I guess it does depend on what number both are separately seeking. But to me, I wouldn't have an older Bowens playing coverage LB, if anything he would be brought in to stop the run, which Barton did a much better job of accomplishing this past year. I mean does anyone know the price difference between the two and then the correlation between their ages, and then I would be willing to bet that Barton is a better fit altogether at backup ILB... Barton probably thinks he can latch on in the second phase of FA as a middle range paid player who can walk into or at least compete for a starting spot. And that probably is the case. He had a pretty respectable year for the Jets playing in a defense that he isn't necessarily best suited for, and I think there's a number of teams out there where Barton could be considered an upgrade. Bowens is a backup LB period, everyone knows that, including him. I don't see Barton accepting that role until its clearly obvious that no other team sees him as anything but a backup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai Jet Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Good depth, versatility, can play Special Teams. I'd go for it if the price is right. Just don't put him in coverage... I'm all for it too, but again as others have said, at the right price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norway'sWaddlingMarmaloof Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Not a bad re-sign for depth but I'd rather get Mosley back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 124 just busted a nut. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talisaynon Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Not a bad re-sign for depth but I'd rather get Mosley back. Amen. Can we please re-sign Mosley. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bachelors3 Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Westhoff will have a big say in whether we re-sign Bowens and I think he will say yes. He was invaluable on Special Teams and an OK backup LB. At the right prce, he's a Jet again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
124 Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 He was our best back-up LB who can play BOTH ILB & OLB, not to mention some DE as well. Would be great to have him back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetsrule128 Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 just got word he is heading to cleveland for a vist Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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