Scott Dierking Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 LaDainian Tomlinson told the New York Daily News Wednesday night that he will retire if the Jets release him this offseason. "To be in limbo ... sometimes, I just want to say, ‘You know what? I’m just going to retire,'" said Tomlinson. GM Mike Tannenbaum was noncommittal when asked about LT's return late last week, but did say "I expect him to contribute for another year." Tomlinson promises to be OK with a reduced role. Even at age 32, he'd be the Jets' best option on passing downs. Feb. 3 - 9:39 am et Source: New York Daily News Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jets Voice of Reason Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 I would be okay with him back. He lost the explosiveness late in the season but he still was great catching the ball on checkdowns. If i'm the Jets though I use him sparingly if at all in the early part of the season and then start increasing his role at the end of the season. It also wouldn't hurt if the Jets drafted a back they like. The Jets run the ball so much that it's really not a wasted pick for them. Greene and McKnight still have question marks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyCarl40 Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 Given the fact there are so many other free agents and possible holes on this team, why would you create another one? Bring him back as the 3rd down back and make Greene the starter. Work McKnight in more. Boom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt39 Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 He's still one of the best pass catching backs in the league. I don't see why not to bring him back, as long as Schotty doesn't ram him between the tackles against strong run defenses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JiFtheOracle Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 I would be okay with him back. He lost the explosiveness late in the season but he still was great catching the ball on checkdowns. If i'm the Jets though I use him sparingly if at all in the early part of the season and then start increasing his role at the end of the season. It also wouldn't hurt if the Jets drafted a back they like. The Jets run the ball so much that it's really not a wasted pick for them. Greene and McKnight still have question marks. I think you bring him back. Why wouldnt you? He had value, played well in our 2 playoff wins. He's clearly a leader. Ryan kept TRich around for mostly that reason. I dont see how you cant find room on your roster for LT when you had 2 FB and 4 TE's. He's got to have more value than 3 of those guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RutgersJetFan Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 I think you bring him back. Why wouldnt you? He had value, played well in our 2 playoff wins. He's clearly a leader. Ryan kept TRich around for mostly that reason. I dont see how you cant find room on your roster for LT when you had 2 FB and 4 TE's. He's got to have more value than 3 of those guys. Up is down, down is up, he says hello when he leaves, goodbye when he arrives. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sperm Edwards Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 He's still one of the best pass catching backs in the league. I don't see why not to bring him back, as long as Schotty doesn't ram him between the tackles against strong run defenses. The problem as I see it is that this very thing will still happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt39 Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 The problem as I see it is that this very thing will still happen. I know...me too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JiFtheOracle Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 Up is down, down is up, he says hello when he leaves, goodbye when he arrives. Ha! He won me over. People change their minds in life, it happens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 Given the fact there are so many other free agents and possible holes on this team, why would you create another one? Bring him back as the 3rd down back and make Greene the starter. Work McKnight in more. Boom. That is why Tannenbaum was quoted that way. He is not creating another hole. LT is here unless they get blown away by a draft pick or FA deal. He's an excellent worst case scenario. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vudu Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 I want LT back. It would be so sweet if he goes into the HOF a Jet just to stick it to the Chargers LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LWC611 Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 I want LT back. It would be so sweet if he goes into the HOF a Jet just to stick it to the Chargers LOL If the Jets win a superbowl, he might..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justincredible Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 I'd love to see LT come back with a limited role. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJ Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 as long as Schotty doesn't ram him between the tackles against strong run defenses. That doesn't work? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warfish Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 No complaints from me, as long as he is not the primary back. Greene McKnight L.T. In that order. Even if Rex has to jam a pen in Shottys eye to make it happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flgreen Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 Think he is due 2.3 million. Wouldn’t be surprised to see Mr. T give him the Clemens deal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackout Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 PLEASE BRING HIM BACK!! LT is the best running back of our lifetimes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranger Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 I want LT back. It would be so sweet if he goes into the HOF a Jet just to stick it to the Chargers LOL I don't think anyone goes into the HOF as a member of a specific team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nj devil316 Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 maybe they could use him in a slot receiver role... Still quick enough to separate from a linebacker and has great hands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greeniemeanie Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 I, for one, want LT back. I think his leadership, receiving, and LT electric glide abilities are needed next year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetsfan80 Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 I'd love to see LT come back with a limited role. Problem is you don't bring LT back in a "limited role". For one, he gets paid too much to be a # 3 back, and also, you don't want to put a veteran like him behind McKnight on the depth chart when he's healthy. Doesn't really do much good in the lockerroom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaumerJet Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 I don't think he cares that he may have to return as a 3rd down back. Look at what TMZ caught on Saturday... http://www.tmz.com/videos?autoplay=true&mediaKey=3593b6d6-33b5-446c-b0a8-cf56f6afb030&isShareURL=true Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serphnx Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 LT should not play in the preseason and should barely play the first 8 games of the season. Save him for the playoffs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vudu Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 I don't think anyone goes into the HOF as a member of a specific team. I thought you did. Dont they wear like a particular hat or something? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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