Rovers Posted September 8, 2007 Share Posted September 8, 2007 "The trainers have done a great job of getting me back on the practice field and getting me to go through some drills and things like that," he said. "So, we'll see how I feel on Sunday." Jones addressed the injury for the first time Wednesday, saying, "I feel a lot better than I felt the past couple of weeks." Coach Eric Mangini was noncommittal, as usual, regarding Jones' availability for the game against New England. "He's really what he's been," Mangini said. http://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jet...0,7684034.story Jones, I beleive, is still far from being able to play a full game. I've read reports ranging from calling him a game time decision to "he's expected to play." comments. Not exactly encouraging reports. If I had to choose between Jones and Washington tomorrow, I think I'd go with Leon. I don't expect to see the Jets having much success running against the Pats in any case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theeohiostate Posted September 8, 2007 Share Posted September 8, 2007 thanks Rovers, choosing between DeAngelo and Leon as a #RB, just got a little tougher Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiss Cheezhead Posted September 8, 2007 Share Posted September 8, 2007 Wouldn't be surprised to see this end up as just a mindfok from Mangini to Belichick. But it sure is hard to start him in WCOFF. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Holliday Posted September 8, 2007 Share Posted September 8, 2007 Good post Rovers. As someone who has him in a few leagues I think I may put him on the bench this week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rovers Posted September 8, 2007 Author Share Posted September 8, 2007 Wouldn't be surprised to see this end up as just a mindfok from Mangini to Belichick. But it sure is hard to start him in WCOFF. Swiss, if anything, I think Mangini wants the Pats to expect Jones to go, but he isn't ready. I saw him in camp several weeks ago, and I said then on this board I don't see how he'll be ready by week 1. I suspect he could start, and play a couple of downs, and sit on the sidelines after that. That last comment by Jones is what counts.... "So, we'll see how I feel on Sunday." That sounds like a game time decision to me, and like a guy that isn't very confident he can play. You took TJ in WCOFF? Haven't you learned to listen to me when it comes to the Jets? :shakesheadwalksaway: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowboutthemCowboys Posted September 9, 2007 Share Posted September 9, 2007 thanks Rovers, choosing between DeAngelo and Leon as a #RB, just got a little tougher :sigh: I assume I'm gonna have to start Adrian Peterson instead of Jones...right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowboutthemCowboys Posted September 9, 2007 Share Posted September 9, 2007 "The trainers have done a great job of getting me back on the practice field and getting me to go through some drills and things like that," he said. "So, we'll see how I feel on Sunday." Jones addressed the injury for the first time Wednesday, saying, "I feel a lot better than I felt the past couple of weeks." Coach Eric Mangini was noncommittal, as usual, regarding Jones' availability for the game against New England. "He's really what he's been," Mangini said. http://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jet...0,7684034.story Jones, I beleive, is still far from being able to play a full game. I've read reports ranging from calling him a game time decision to "he's expected to play." comments. Not exactly encouraging reports. If I had to choose between Jones and Washington tomorrow, I think I'd go with Leon. I don't expect to see the Jets having much success running against the Pats in any case. Not doubting what you're saying Rovers at all. Just wanted to put this out there.... There are unconfirmed reports that Jets RB Thomas Jones (calf) might be a game-time decision on Sunday... but Jets beat man Rich Cimini just wrote this two hours ago: "Thomas Jones seems to be running well and I fully expect him to play in Sunday’s opener." Jones is listed as questionable. We're not counting on good injury details with Baby Belichick (Mangini) in charge but we made a few calls anyway. Nobody knows anything. If they say they do they’re lying. Let’s wait and see if NFL Network’s Adam Schefter gives us the early scoop during Sunday pre-game warmups. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiss Cheezhead Posted September 9, 2007 Share Posted September 9, 2007 Not doubting what you're saying Rovers at all. Just wanted to put this out there....There are unconfirmed reports that Jets RB Thomas Jones (calf) might be a game-time decision on Sunday... but Jets beat man Rich Cimini just wrote this two hours ago: "Thomas Jones seems to be running well and I fully expect him to play in Sunday’s opener." Jones is listed as questionable. We're not counting on good injury details with Baby Belichick (Mangini) in charge but we made a few calls anyway. Nobody knows anything. If they say they do they’re lying. Let’s wait and see if NFL Network’s Adam Schefter gives us the early scoop during Sunday pre-game warmups. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rovers Posted September 9, 2007 Author Share Posted September 9, 2007 Not doubting what you're saying Rovers at all. Just wanted to put this out there....There are unconfirmed reports that Jets RB Thomas Jones (calf) might be a game-time decision on Sunday... but Jets beat man Rich Cimini just wrote this two hours ago: "Thomas Jones seems to be running well and I fully expect him to play in Sunday’s opener." Jones is listed as questionable. We're not counting on good injury details with Baby Belichick (Mangini) in charge but we made a few calls anyway. Nobody knows anything. If they say they do they’re lying. Let’s wait and see if NFL Network’s Adam Schefter gives us the early scoop during Sunday pre-game warmups. I expect him to play as well... which I said earlier, but I don't expect him to get enough touches or be effective enough to be worthy of a start for FF owners. Washington will get twice as many touches as Jones tomorrow. Stickin my neck out here, because that report is right... no one knows, and this is my opinion. I think Jones has decoy duty tomorrow. I usually get Jets stuff right, and I do sometimes get some help in doing that. I'll just leave it at that.... but, you've been warned! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeductiveNun Posted September 9, 2007 Share Posted September 9, 2007 My only other viable alternative in one league is Jerrious Norwood. What a way to start the season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muggsy Posted September 9, 2007 Share Posted September 9, 2007 9:30 AM SportsCenter, Ed Werder said Jones is expected to play today Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyr0802 Posted September 9, 2007 Share Posted September 9, 2007 Sal on ESPN reports TJ will play today Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skylive5 Posted September 9, 2007 Share Posted September 9, 2007 9:30 AM SportsCenter, Ed Werder said Jones is expected to play today And the NFL Network just stated he would be a GTD. *sigh* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowboutthemCowboys Posted September 9, 2007 Share Posted September 9, 2007 Sal says he had a good week of practice and will play today . He attributes this all to gamemanship at an all time high between Belicheck and Mangini.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HutOne Posted September 9, 2007 Share Posted September 9, 2007 I'm still not going to risk it. I drafted him as my #2 RB but I also have Fred Taylor on my bench. I think I'll play him going against Tenn. If you have another option you might want to consider it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoVikes28 Posted September 9, 2007 Share Posted September 9, 2007 :sigh: I assume I'm gonna have to start Adrian Peterson instead of Jones...right? first time on forum here, but i would start jones. Im a big vikings fan, and i expect peterson to become a great running back in the future. For now, hes got to get the touches and experience first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rovers Posted September 10, 2007 Author Share Posted September 10, 2007 So, how did I do? I said Leon would get twice as many touches as Jones. Wrong. I said Jones would not be a viable FF start. Right. I said Leon would be a better start than Jones. Pretty much a wash, but Leon did better in PPR leagues. Even I said the Jets woukld not be able to run on the Pats in any case. Bingo. Bottom line, the idea was to get folks to rethink starting Jones this week, and on that point, I was right. Less than 50 yards combined rush/rec yards, no TD's. Jones won't do much next week either, but should be a little healthier. He's a bye week RB, and will remain so all year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocknrobn26 Posted September 10, 2007 Share Posted September 10, 2007 So, how did I do? I said Leon would get twice as many touches as Jones. Wrong. I said Jones would not be a viable FF start. Right. I said Leon would be a better start than Jones. Pretty much a wash, but Leon did better in PPR leagues. Even I said the Jets woukld not be able to run on the Pats in any case. Bingo. Bottom line, the idea was to get folks to rethink starting Jones this week, and on that point, I was right. Less than 50 yards combined rush/rec yards, no TD's. Jones won't do much next week either, but should be a little healthier. He's a bye week RB, and will remain so all year. Good analysis! I want TJ back!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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