flgreen Posted August 12, 2010 Share Posted August 12, 2010 Rex Report: Rookie is pushing T. Rich August, 12, 2010 Aug 123:51PM ETEmail Print Comments By Rich CiminiThe most impressive rookie in camp? Easy: FB John Conner, a fifth-round pick from Kentucky. He's blowing up people every day, and Thursday morning he delivered "his best hit of the year," according to Rex Ryan. On an 'Iso draw,' Conner was isolated on a linebacker (Kenwin Cummings) and "smoked him," Ryan said. Which begs the question: Is Conner (5-11, 245) good enough to push incumbent Tony Richardson out of a roster spot? As Bill Parcells likes to say, the circus doesn't stay in town forever. Richardson is 38, entering his 17th season. Ryan said "it's going to be hard to beat out Tony Richardson," but the coach also admitted, "Is he being pushed by the kid? Absolutely. This guy is turning heads." The Jets also like Jason Davis (5-10, 240), although Ryan admitted that Davis' play has tailed off after an impressive offseason. My opinion: Keep Richardson. Not only is he still a useful player, but he's a rock in the locker room -- and this team needs those kind of guys, especially after dumping Thomas Jones and Alan Faneca. It might be hard to keep two fullbacks, but they should make it a point to keep these two, especially with Conner likely to have a big role on special teams. Other non-Revis Rex-isms: 1. Ryan continued to rave about RB LaDainian Tomlinson. Ryan: "He's got a ton left, and he's got a sizeable chip on his shoulder ... He's looking to have a monster year." Ryan also added, "Does he look like he's through? Absolutely not." 2. Ryan said he's planning to pull back on his involvement in the offense. Late last season, with Mark Sanchez struggling, he decided to get more involved. That led to the celebrated color-coded chart, which he designed to help Sanchez's decision-making. There was another subtle adjustment last season that didn't receive much publicity. Late in the year, Ryan moved QBs coach Matt Cavanaugh from the press box to the sideline, allowing him to work face-to-face with Sanchez. That arrangement, Ryan said, will remain the same. 3. Ryan didn't want to answer any questions related to Revis, but he couldn't help himself. Referring to the "Hard Knocks" scene in which GM Mike Tannenbaum falls on his rear while trying to field a punt during a light moment at camp, Ryan cracked, "I'm not going to make the obvious comment, but I bet some people are watching it over and over." Some people named Schwartz and Feinsod, perhaps? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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bitonti Posted August 12, 2010 Share Posted August 12, 2010 using a 5th round pick on a FB is pretty high for that position... i dont see how Rich makes this team on 'locker room leadership' alone. He doesn't even play ST. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Banner Posted August 12, 2010 Share Posted August 12, 2010 2. Ryan said he's planning to pull back on his involvement in the offense. Late last season, with Mark Sanchez struggling, he decided to get more involved. That led to the celebrated color-coded chart, which he designed to help Sanchez's decision-making. There was another subtle adjustment last season that didn't receive much publicity. Late in the year, Ryan moved QBs coach Matt Cavanaugh from the press box to the sideline, allowing him to work face-to-face with Sanchez. That arrangement, Ryan said, will remain the same. This is going to hurt. Schotty is so bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slats Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 My opinion: Keep Richardson. Not only is he still a useful player, but he's a rock in the locker room -- and this team needs those kind of guys, especially after dumping Thomas Jones and Alan Faneca. It might be hard to keep two fullbacks, but they should make it a point to keep these two, especially with Conner likely to have a big role on special teams. Figure at the RB/FB position, Greene, LT, Conner, and McKnight have roster spots. That would realistically leave TRich, Woodhead, and Washington battling for a fifth spot. So it's basically Woodhead's versatility (some WR, specials) vs. TRich's starting ability and locker room presence. I think they like both guys, but there's a glut at WR and one of the rookie TE's has also been looking good in camp. Some tough battles going on at the bottom of the roster. Good problem to have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Banner Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 The Jets also like Jason Davis (5-10, 240), although Ryan admitted that Davis' play has tailed off after an impressive offseason. Watch Hard Knocks, its because he used up all his energy banging his wife. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJ Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 This is going to hurt. Schotty is so bad. Shotty should be exposed this year. Be he good Shotty or bad Shotty. The line and zone blocking schemes should be solid and theres more than enough receiver depth. We'll see what happens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SenorGato Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Connor really is the sh*t. It wouldn't surprise me at all if he ended up starting this season. Also...LT's not finished. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RutgersJetFan Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 #2 makes sense considering Cavanaugh is Schott's successor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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