Matt39 Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/03/01/report-jets-will-bring-back-ladainian-tomlinson/ Jets G.M. Mike Tannenbaum said in January that LaDainian Tomlinson should be back with the team in 2011, but mentioned that “things could” change. Things won’t change before a work stoppage. ESPNNewYork.com’s Rich Cimini reports the Jets plan to bring back Tomlinson to pair with Shonn Gronne and Joe McKnight for a three-headed running back attack. Cimini notes that Tomlinson’s playoff effort against the Colts helped clinch his roster spot. Things could always change in training camp, if there is a training camp. The team wants to use McKnight more, so Tomlinson’s workload is likely to be reduced. He’s due $2.4 million in 2011. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faba Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 I see this as a good move - rotate the backs and LT is still a good receiver out of the backfield. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serphnx Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 They should save him for 2012. How much further would we have gotten if the defense could tackle and if LT was hitting his stride in the playoffs? I think we can get about 8 weeks from this guy. So his season should start with 4 games left to go in the regular season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetsFanNick12 Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 This is a great move! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoping4ASuperBowl Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 This is a great move! Agreed. Joe McKnight is just not ready to step up yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Dierking Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 Use him as Bruce Harper was used, without the special teams role. Good fit. The Jets need to really hit on the McKnight and Wilson draft choices. Otherwise this team will be set back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crusher Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 I see this as a good move - rotate the backs and LT is still a good receiver out of the backfield. Exactly. Use him very sparingly in that role until we get later in the season. Guy still is great at making that first guy miss after catching the ball in space. Still fun to watch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HessStation Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 It's too bad they don't have enough confidence in McNight yet as Tomlinson is nothing more than an overpaid solid backup Rb w/ good hands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetsFanInDenver Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 Too bad McKnight is not ready. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetNation Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 Several media outlets are reporting that running back LaDainian Tomlinson will be returning to the New York Jets for the 2011 season. This is a smart move by the Jets as LT was a very effective receiver out of the backfield providing a safety valve for Mark Sanchez. In addition Tomlinson did a tremendous job in pass protection, especially in blitz pickups. LaDainian is scheduled to make approximately $2.1 million dollars for the 2011 season. Conner named starter- The New York Daily News is reporting that the New York Jets are prepared to make John Conner the starting fullback. This move makes sense for the Jets as Conner is a tough, physical player that should be able to create some holes in the running game. There is no word on whether or not the Jets will try and bring back veteran fullback Tony Richardson. My guess is that T-Rich’s days are over with the Jets. </img></img> View the full article Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Dierking Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 It's too bad they don't have enough confidence in McNight yet as Tomlinson is nothing more than an overpaid solid backup Rb w/ good hands. A solid back-up with good hands is exactly what this team needs, in lieu of not knowing Mcknight. The jets backfield (not including qb), is not an area that is pressuring the cap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
visajets Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 Did I dream McKnight ran for 156 yards and maybe 2 TDs in an NFL game against the Bills... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetsfan80 Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 Did I dream McKnight ran for 156 yards and maybe 2 TDs in an NFL game against the Bills... The BILLS being the key word in that post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JiFtheOracle Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 I like this...LT totally made me change my opinion of him before he came to the Jets. Plus, he deserves the SB we are winning next season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Dierking Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 Did I dream McKnight ran for 156 yards and maybe 2 TDs in an NFL game against the Bills... The Bills were one of the worst rush defenses and gave up 4.8 yards/ attempt. That is hard to do unless you are lying down. They had the team bus running in that last game, so excuse us if that does not figure as a McKnight milepost game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4HCrew Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 I think this is good for the Jets...LT is still a threat out of the backfield, great in pass protection and a great mentor for the young backs. Also his salary is very reasonable Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madmikeisback Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 LT should be the best scat back in the NFL. Though i have no faith in sh*tty to use him correctly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irish Jet Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 Meh. Another year older... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sperm Edwards Posted March 3, 2011 Share Posted March 3, 2011 He can still be cut if the Jets stumble upon someone unexpectedly. He wasn't due any major bonuses I haven't read anywhere that he cashed any for the 2011 season anyway. If they somehow need that last couple million on this year's cap to lock up someone young (Edwards, Holmes, Harris, etc) long-term, then I'm sure Tannenbaum will view the $2M they save by cutting a 32 year-old RB is going to look like a particularly ripe low-hanging fruit. Doubt it's going to come to that, but it's certainly possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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